Tannins present in some of the berries account for this acrid taste; cooking destroys the tannins and improves the flavor. Bearberry is reported to contain mainly hydroquinone derivatives, tannins, flavonoids, triterpenes and phenolcarboxylic acid.
Bearberry is used for conditions of fluid retention and for septic care of the urinary tract. Traditionally, the astringent leaves have been used in the treatment of bladder infections and afflictions of the urinary tract.
Taking as much as fresh and organic bearberry juice as possible will help in reducing the kidney infection and preventing the kidneys from getting damaged as well.
Bearberry may protect the uterus and strengthen heart muscle. It is not recommended for pregnant or lactating women or for children.
Bearberry has been called by several names, including foxberry, bear’s grape, crowberry, hogberry and uva-ursi.
Bearberry and health benefits
