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Botanical Name: Arctostaphylos uva ursi
Origin: Albania
Common Names: Bearberry, Hog cranberry, Kinnikinnick, Mountain Cranberry, Red bearberry, upland cranberry, wild cranberry, bear's grape
Common Uses: Of great
value in diseases of the bladder and kidneys, strengthening and
imparting tone to the urinary passages. Used in inflammatory diseases of
the urinary tract, urethritis, cystisis, etc.
Qualities & Properties: Astringent, antiseptic
Warning: Not to be used during
pregnancy. Contraindicated in kidney disorders, irritated digestive
conditions, and with acidic urine or in conjunction with remedies which
produce acidic urine; not for prolonged use without consulting a
practitioner.
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