50g (1.76oz)
Medicinal Name: Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Common names: Bearberry
Properties: diuretic, astringent, antibacterial, antiseptic, demulcent
Treatment: UTI, bladder infection, cystitis, urethritis
Description:
Uva-ursi is one of the best natural urinary antiseptics. It has been used extensively in herbal medicine to disinfect and astringe the urinary tract in cases of acute and chronic cystitis and urethritis. However, it is not a suitable remedy if there is a simultaneous infection of the kidneys.
Experiments have shown that uva-ursi extracts have an antibacterial effect. This action is thought to be stronger in alkaline urine—thus the efficacy of uva-ursi is likely to increase if it is taken in combination with a vegetable-based diet.
Preparation:
Infusion- pour a cup of boiling water onto 1–3 tsp of the dried herb and leave to infuse for 10–15 minutes
Caution: Do not take during pregnancy or with kidney disease. Unsuitable for children under 12. It is generally advisable to take uva-ursi for no more than 7–10 days at a time.
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