Uva Ursi

Uva Ursi (fruit) aka “Bear’s Grape”

• Medicinally used since the 2nd Century
• Contains compounds arbutin and hydroquinone that help reduce inflammation 🍀 
• Helps to suppress urinary tract infections. 💦 Souce: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29970072/
• Found to be safe for human consumption contrary to outdated assumptions. Source: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24296864/

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• Uva Ursi is often used to support urinary tract health due to its antiseptic properties.
• It is believed to help reduce inflammation and swelling in the body.
• Uva Ursi is also used as a natural diuretic, which may help with bloating and water retention.
• This herb is sometimes used topically to help with skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis.
• Studies have shown that Uva Ursi contains compounds that can help fight against bacteria, viruses, and fungi in the body.

Sources:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6177719/

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320880

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/uva-ursi#bottom-line