Take Uva Ursi
Bearberries or uva ursi is an interesting medicinal plant that takes its name from bears loving the berries it has on its branches. The shrub thrives all across Europe, North America, and Asia. However, the focus of the remedy is not the berries but the leaves of the plant. As an ancient herbal remedy, people often dried the leaves and drank the resulting beverage as tea. Scientists studied the leaf for years and determined it has very potent anti-bacterial properties. Thanks to the substance arbutin, which is very effective against E.Coli, the bacteria that causes bladder infections and UTIs. People often use uva ursi mixed in with other UTI treatments.
However, drinking uva ursi tea can have problems. Doctors recommend that people do not drink it for more than one or two weeks. The problem is that long-term use can cause liver and kidney damage. The daily dose for bearberries is around 200 to 830 mg which is the safe limit. People might consult with their doctor before trying this treatment.
