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Uva-Ursi

Uva-Ursi (Bearberry) supplement

What is Uva-Ursi?

Uva-Ursi is made from the leaves of the Uva-ursi plant, also known as Arctostaphylos uva-ursi. This plant is native to Europe, Asia and North America. The leaves of the Uva-ursi plant contain compounds known as arbutin and hydroquinone, which are believed to have health benefits.

What does Uva-Ursi do?

Uva-Ursi contributes to the normal functioning of the urinary tract*. This is due to its arbutin and hydroquinone content.

In addition, Uva-ursi supplements may have antioxidant properties due to the presence of phenolic compounds. Antioxidants can help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals.

Uva-Ursi (Bearberry) is good for*:

People who buy Uva-Ursi (Bearberry) also use nettle extract.

* EC approval health claim(s) pending.

Written by: Wouter Olthof
Reviewed by: Peter Smeets

Updated:February 17, 2023

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