Supplement Resource
- Supplement Name:
- Uva Ursi
(Arctostaphylos uva-ursi)
AKA: Bearberry
- Category:
- Herbs
- Parts Used:
- Leaves
- Origin:
- Colder northern climates in both the Americas and Europe.
- Active Constituents:
- Arbutin (a glycoside)
- Historical/Traditional/Modern Uses:
- Historically used for urinary infections and weight loss.
- Side Effects/Precautions:
- May cause nausea. Avoid acidic forming foods during use. Not for use in pregnant or lactating women. Not for use by young children except under medical supervision.
- HerbalFitness.com Products containing Uva Ursi:
- Cranberry Complex
- Wisdom and Life Kidney/Bladder Formula
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