Uva Ursi

Uva Ursi is also called bearberry and has been traditionally used to treat urinary infections or UTI’s and ease symptoms. 
Uva Ursi has plant actions that are: diuretic, urinary antiseptic, astringent and anti-inflammatory properties. 
One of Uva Ursi’s naturally potent healing plant chemicals is called arbutin. Arbutin has is a urinary antiseptic that is powerfully effective against stubborn bacterias such as E coli and Staph.
The antiseptic and anti-inflammatory effects of Uva Ursi is what reduces pain and inflammation in the bladder or urinary tract. Uva Ursi’s astringent effects can also help prevent harmful bacteria from growing, supporting a healthy bacterial balance.
The diuretic actions of Uva Ursi help cleanse and purify the urinary tract and removes bacteria through urination. 
Uva ursi is not recommended for children or if you are pregnant, nursing or if you have any intestinal, liver or kidney disease.