Uva Ursi Herb Uses, Benefits, Cures, Side Effects, Nutrients

It may cause mild Nausea, Dizziness.
Avoid during Pregnancy and Breast Feeding.
Avoid if a Kidney disease exists.
Not recommended for children under 12.

Uva Ursi is a small shrub.
It is perennial.
It grows in a subtropical climate.
It grows up to 20 Cm.
Best used for Urinary Tract Infection.

Note . It promotes the functioning of a healthy Kidney, but aggravates an existing Kidney disease. Therefore do not take Uva Ursi if you are suffering from any Kidney problem.

Uva Ursi is a medicinal plant. It is beneficial for Bladder and Kidney problems. The leaves of the plant are used to make medicine. The teas and leaves are used as an Antiseptic and Diuretic for Urinary Tract disorders. It treats Kidney Infections, Inflammation of Urinary Tract and Painful Urination.
A tincture of leaves is used to treat Cystitis, Urethritis and Urinary Tract Inflammations.
It treats Chronic Diarrhea. It is a muscle relaxant. It soothes, strengthens and tightens the inflamed muscles.
It neutralizes acidity in the Urine. It increases Urine flow. It reduces bloating and water retention. It is good for Weight loss.
Uva Ursi is Astringent in nature. It aids the treatment of Bed Wetting problem. Externally, it is used for cuts and scrapes. It is applied externally for tissue repairing.
Methods of Administration. How to take
Tincture. The best and the most potent method of consuming Uva Ursi is to Tincture it.
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Decoction: Make a tea.
Put l/2 teaspoonful of the powder of dried leaves in a cup of water. Boil it. Simmer for 10 minutes. Drink three times a day.