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Uva Ursi
Overview
Uva Ursi cleanses and supports the urinary system and helps soothe urinary tract tissues.
Naturally astringent and rich in phenols, uva ursi leaf has long been linked to the urinary system and kidney health.
Uva ursi leaves have traditionally been used to help ease irritation of the urinary tract, increase urine output, and maintain healthy urinary function.
Uva ursi, also called fox plum, bearberry or bear’s grape, has been used medicinally since the 2nd century. Native Americans used uva ursi as a remedy for urinary tract complaints.
Uva ursi is a popular over-the-counter remedy in the UK for mild urinary tract irritation.
Benefits
- Supports the urinary system & kidney health.
- Provides soothing support for urinary tissues.
- May promote urine flow.
- Acts as a urinary tract cleanser.
- Featuring sustainably sourced, wild-crafted uva ursi.
How It Works
Uva ursi has natural diuretic properties that help flush out fluids from the body, reducing swelling and lowering the presence of foreign invaders in the urinary tract.
Active compounds in uva ursi leaves appear to be reponsible for the herb's ability to promote urine flow and soothe irritated urinary tract tissues.
Arbutin, the primary active ingredient in uva ursi, combats harmful microorganisms in the urinary system and promotes a healthy inflammatory response.
Uva ursi also provides urinary astringent actions that help shrink and tighten mucous membranes in the body, such as those lining the kidneys, bladder and urinary tract.
Plus, uva ursi helps support healthy microbial balance in the bladder and urinary tract.
Uva ursi leaves are often used by midwives in sitz baths and perineal rinses for postpartum perineal care to reduce swelling, tighten perineal tissues, and promote healing following childbirth.
Ingredients
Uva ursi leaf.
Quality
Our Uva ursi grows primarily in eastern and southern Europe. Local residents go into the hills to collect the leaves in December and January when arbutin, an active constituent, is at the highest levels. These folks respresent the latest generation in a long line of wild-crafters who have been harvesting this plant to provide maximum sustainability for future use.
Recommended Use
Take 1 capsule with a meal twice daily.
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