Bearberry 250 gr

Arctostaphylos uva-ursi

Properties and usage:

Antiseptic and urinary system cleanser.

Effects on the organism:

The bearberry strengthens a weak stomach, liberates the liver, cleanses the intestins, clears the kidneys, heals the lungs, helps to quell coughs. It decongests the bladder, the kidneys and the urethra canal.

In the event of burning cystitis, urine retention, incontinence, the bearberry abates suffering, clarifies and augments the urine quantity. It helps with incontinence, and to expel stones. Due to the tanins it contains, it helps in the healing process of the tubercles.

Experiments have proven that bearberry extracts have antibacterial properties. This seems even more effective on alcaline urine. Bearberry is more efficient when linked to a dietary regime.

Caution: not recommended during pregnancy, breast feeding or during a kidney infection. Also, not to be used for more than 7 to 10 consecutive days. The infusion can cause nausea which can be avoided by adding mint leaves.

Principal constituents: hydroquinones (leaves), tanins, phenolic glucosites and flavonoids.