Bearberry ( Arctostaphylos uva-ursi ) is a plant widespread in northern Europe, Asia and North America, belonging to the Ericaceae family. With anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, bearberry also has a diuretic, antimicrobial and calming action. Let's discover the characteristics and side effects of the bearberry .
Bearberry: characteristics and properties
Bearberry is a small shrub with evergreen leathery leaves, rosy and pendulous flowers, and small and red fruits with a not very pleasant taste.
Bearberry leaves are used against infections of the urogenital tract due to the double action against inflammation and infection.
Rich in arbutin, bearberry can fight bacteria in urine, such as Proteus vulgaris or Klebsiella pneumoniae. It also performs an antibacterial action against staphylococci and Escherichia coli, and is useful against cystitis .
Side effects of bearberry
Bearberry can have side effects such as :
- nausea,
- He retched,
- irritation of the gastric mucosa.
It is not recommended to take it if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, and to consult a doctor before taking it.
