TREATMENT DATABASE

A member of the Ericaceae family, uva ursi (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) has been used for more than 100 years as a urinary tract antiseptic. Once in the urinary tract, the chemical (arbutin) found in uva ursi is transformed into an antiseptic agent, hydroquinone. This herb also contains diuretic chemicals (ursolic acid) and astringents. However, uva ursi is effective against urinary tract infections only if the urine is alkaline; therefore, citrus fruits (including tomatoes), vitamin C, and acidic foods should be avoided immediately before and after taking it. Uva ursi is also used as an anti-Candida treatment and as an anti-bacterial.

Treatment rating for Uva Ursi