White oak bark is good for so many things. Use as a tea for arthritis, diarrhea, colds, fever, cough, and bronchitis. Native Americans used it for mouth sores, chapped skin ,coughs, and asthma. Steep 1 tablespoon bark in about 1 pint boiled water and let simmer for 15 minutes. It has a strong astringent taste. Read online about how the tannins in the bark are excellent for your skin, hair, and scalp. The bark can also be ground up into a powder. I like to use it that way. If anyone would like the powder I can grind it for you. Check online for many many different uses for white oak bark. It's amazing how you can use the white oak for construction of walls, floors, boats, cabinets, etc and can also have wonderful health benefits also.