Meadowsweet flower tops contain salicylates, compounds that resemble aspirin. People have used the herb for centuries to ease occasional joint soreness and calm the stomach. You can take it as a tea, tincture, or extract, often right before or after a meal. Some reach for it during times of tension.
**Caution:** The salicylates in meadowsweet mean anyone with an aspirin allergy, asthma, or a bleeding disorder should avoid it. The herb can interact with blood thinning and antiplatelet drugs like warfarin. Do not use it while pregnant or breastfeeding. Speak with a healthcare professional before taking it.