Urinary Tract
Bearberry Recommended
UTI infusion
$3.00 for 10 individual tea bags
A urinary tract infection is a dreadful thing-anybody who has ever suffered from one can testify to how debilitating they can be. They occur when bacteria gets into the urethra and multiplies, or an obstruction occurs. The next time you find yourself unable to go properly, try this special blend of time tested herbs. Bearberry has blended traditional herbs use for Urinary Tract Health including Agrimony, Cinnamon, Dandelion Root, Horsetail, Juniper Berries, and Uva ursi, to help get things back to normal.
Agrimony can make some people's skin extra sensitive to sunlight and more likely to burn.
Not for use in pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner.
Agrimony might lower blood sugar levels. People with diabetes should monitor their blood glucose levels closely.
Individuals with chronic kidney disease should consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before using.
General: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.
Information provided is based on historical and traditional use of herbs and is for educational purposes only
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
herbal Infusions
Urinary Tract Infection
Bearberry leaf (Actostaphylos uva-ursi) 2 parts
Goldenseal root (Hydrastis canadensis) 2 parts
Horsetail 1 (Equisetum arvense) 1 part
Juniper Berry (Juniperus communis) 3 berries
Brew using 5 Tablespoons of herbs. Add 1 quart of hot water, cover, and steep at least 1 hour.
Drink 2 quarts daily.
essential oils
Clove Essential Oil
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The health benefits of clove oil can be attributed to its antimicrobial, anti fungal, antiseptic, antiviral, aphrodisiac and stimulating properties. The oil is used for treating a variety of health disorders including toothaches, indigestion, cough, asthma, headache, stress and blood impurities. The most important and common use of clove oil is in dental care. Several toothpastes, mouth wash and oral care medications contain clove oil as an important ingredient. Due to its antiseptic properties, clove oil is useful for wound, cuts, scabies, athlete’s foot, fungal infections, bruises, prickly heat, scabies, and other types of injuries. It can also be used for treating insect bites and stings. Clove oil is very strong in nature and should always be used in diluted form, and furthermore, it should not be used by people with unusually sensitive skin.
Oregano Essential Oil
USDA Certified Organic
1 ounces (30 ml)
.5 ounce (15 ml)
Herby, woody, yet slightly spicy, Oregano Essential Oil's main effect seems to be on the digestive system, soothing the stomach and calming intestinal spasms. It may combat acidity, stomach gas, and encourage appetite. Perfect for diffusion, bath, steam inhalation, compress, and massage. Oregano is an upright perennial herb, growing to about thirty-two inches with a straight stem covered in hair. The leaves are dark green and oval in shape, and it has a profusion of pink flowers clustered at the top of the branches. Its name is actually derived from the Greek phrase, 'joy of the mountains'. Just married couples were crowned with wreaths of Oregano, and it was placed on graves to give peace to departed spirits.
Origin: Morocco
Processing Method: Steam Distilled
Description / Color / Consistency: A thin, dark grey liquid.
Aromatic Summary / Note / Strength of Aroma: A middle note with a strong aroma, Oregano Essential Oil has a powerful, spicy, camphorous scent.
Blends With: Lavender, Rosemary, Bergamot, Chamomile, Cypress, Cedarwood, Tea Tree and Eucalyptus.
Cautions: Dilute before use; May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.
All New Bearberry Essential essential oils are for external use only unless otherwise indicated. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individuals who are pregnant, under a physicians care or with existing medical conditions should not use this product without consulting with their health care provider.
Cinnamon Essential Oil
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The health benefits of cinnamon can be attributed to its antibacterial, anti fungal, antimicrobial, astringent and anti clotting properties. Cinnamon is rich in essential minerals such as manganese, iron and calcium, while also having a high content of fiber. Cinnamon boosts the activity of the brain and makes it a good brain tonic. It helps to remove nervous tension and memory loss. Research at the Wheeling Jesuit University in the United States has proved that the scent of cinnamon has the ability to boost brain activity. Cinnamon helps to improve the circulation of blood due to the presence of a blood thinning compound within cinnamon. This blood circulation helps to significantly reduce pain. Good blood circulation also ensures oxygen supply to the body’s cells, which leads to higher metabolic activity. Cinnamon is also an anti-inflammatory substance, so it helps in removing stiffness of the muscles and joints. Cinnamon is also recommended for arthritis, and it is known to help in removing headaches that are caused by colds.
Eucalyptus Essential Oil
15 ml (1/2 Ounce)
30 ml (1 Ounce)
100% Pure Organic Eucalyptus Essential Oil
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Eucalyptus essential oil has antiseptic qualities and is used for healing wounds, ulcers, burns, cuts, abrasions, and sores. Eucalyptus oil is antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and decongestant in nature. Eucalyptus is also effective in treating a number of respiratory problems including the common cold, cough, runny nose, sore throat, asthma, nasal congestion, bronchitis, and sinusitis.
herbs
Bearberry Leaf
Arctostaphylos uva ursi
Also known as Kinnikinnick, Bear’s-grape, Crowberry, Foxberry, Hog Cranberry, Mealberry, and Wild Cranberry
History: The Bearberry plant is a green leafed shrub with bright red berries that grows in the cooler environments of Britain, North America, Europe, and Asia. Although the berries are edible, it is the leaf of the Bearberry that is valued as a medicinal herb. Bearberry Leaf is used extensively by many Native American tribes, such as the Cheyenne who would brew the leaves into a tea.
Modern Uses: soothing tea, astringent, water retention, bladder infections, kidney infections, inflammatory diseases, urethritis, cystisis,
The Commission E approved the use of uva ursi for inflammatory disorders of the efferent urinary tract.
The British Herbal Compendium lists its use for mild infections of the urinary tract (Bradley, 1992). The French marketing authorization for phytomedicines allows its use to promote the renal elimination of water and as an adjuvant to diuresis treatments in benign urinary tract infections. The German Standard License for uva ursi medicinal tea indicates its use as support in the therapy of catarrhs of the bladder and kidney. ESCOP lists uva ursi for uncomplicated infections of the lower urinary tract, such as cystitis
Active Ingredients: glycosides including arbutin and ericolin, Tannins, flavonoids, resin
Actions: Tonic, anti-microbial, anti-lithic, anti-catarrhal, demulcent, astringent, diuretic
Complementary Herbs: Couchgrass, Yarrow
Warning: This dried herb should not be used if you are pregnant, irritated digestive conditions or if acidic urine is present.
Bearberry Leaf, Wild, Hand Picked
Arctostaphylos uva ursi
Also known as Kinnikinnick and wild cranberry
Information: This Bearberry was hand picked in the wilds of Montana, on the eastern slope of the continental divide. Special care was taken to ensure the harvest only the best Bearberry , less than 5% was harvested out of any 10 meter square area. This ensures that a healthy crop of Wild Bearberry will be provided for you.
History: The Bearberry plant is a green leafed shrub with bright red berries that grows in the cooler environments of Britain, North America, Europe, and Asia. Although the berries are edible, it is the leaf of the Bearberry that is valued as a medicinal herb. Bearberry Leaf is used extensively by many Native American tribes, such as the Cheyenne who would brew the leaves into a tea.
Modern Uses: The Commission E approved the use of uva ursi for inflammatory disorders of the efferent urinary tract.
The British Herbal Compendium lists its use for mild infections of the urinary tract. The French marketing authorization for phytomedicines allows its use to promote the renal elimination of water and as an adjuvant to diuresis treatments in benign urinary tract infections. The German Standard License for uva ursi medicinal tea indicates its use as support in the therapy of catarrhs of the bladder and kidney. ESCOP lists uva ursi for uncomplicated infections of the lower urinary tract, such as cystitis.
Active Ingredients: Glycosides including arbutin and ericolin, Tannins, flavonoids, resin
Actions: Tonic, anti-microbial, anti-lithic, anti-catarrhal, demulcent, astringent, diuretic
Complementary Herbs: Couchgrass, Yarrow
Warning: This dried herb should not be used if you are pregnant, irritated digestive conditions or if acidic urine is present.
Golden-seal Root
Hydrastis canadensis
Also known as Eyeroot, Ground Rasberry, Indian Dye, Yellow Indian Paint, Yellow Puccoon, and Yellowroot
History: Native to the Eastern Woodlands of the U.S. and Canada, Goldenseal Leaf is one of the Native American herbs with a long history. Goldenseal leaf was used by both the Iroquoian and Algonquian-speaking Indians of present-day Ontario, Quebec, New York, and New England as one of their primary medicinal herbs. Traditionally, Goldenseal Leaf was used as a laxative. Dried Goldenseal Leaf was ground into a powder and administered.
Warning: Not to be used during pregnancy.
ModernUses: Dyspepsia, gastric catarrh, loss of appetite, liver troubles, constipation, sickness and vomiting.
Warning: Goldenseal is a uterine muscle stimulant and should be avoided during pregnancy.
Active Ingredients: isoquinoline alkaloids (berberine, canadine, and hydrastine)
Actions: Anti-Bacterial, Anti Parasitic, anti fungal, anti inflammatory, Astringent, laxative, tonic, anti-catarrhal, oxytocic, alterative, cholagogue, emmenagogue, expectorant, hepatic, pectoral, vulnerary
Complementary Herbs: Mullein, chamomile, meadowsweet,
Golden-seal Leaf
Hydrastis canadensis
Also known as Eyeroot, Ground Rasberry, Indian Dye, Yellow Indian Paint, Yellow Puccoon, and Yellowroot
History: Native to the Eastern Woodlands of the U.S. and Canada, Goldenseal Leaf is one of the Native American herbs with a long history. Goldenseal leaf was used by both the Iroquoian and Algonquian-speaking Indians of present-day Ontario, Quebec, New York, and New England as one of their primary medicinal herbs. Traditionally, Goldenseal Leaf was used as a laxative. Dried Goldenseal Leaf was ground into a powder and administered.
Warning: Goldenseal is a uterine muscle stimulant and should be avoided during pregnancy.
Uses: dyspepsia, gastric catarrh, loss of appetite, liver troubles. As a tonic, it is of extreme value in cases of habitual constipation, given as a powder, combined with any aromatic. It is an efficient remedy for sickness and vomiting.
Active Ingredients: isoquinoline alkaloids (berberine, canadine, and hydrastine)
Actions: Anti-Bacterial, Anti Parasitic, anti fungal, anti inflammatory, Astringent, laxative, tonic, anti-catarrhal, oxytocic, alterative, cholagogue, emmenagogue, expectorant, hepatic, pectoral, vulnerary
Complementary Herbs: Mullein, chamomile, meadowsweet,
Dandelion Root
Taraxacum officinale
Also known as Pissabed, Priest’s Crown, and Telltime
$3.00 per Ounce
History: The Dandelion flower is a well known obnoxious weed that can be found around the globe from North America to Asia. While most people hate the plant, Dandelions are quite useful. Due to its usefulness, early American colonists purposely brought Dandelions to North America, where Natives quickly adopted the pant. The Mohegan tribe used Dandelion leaves as a tonic, while other tribes used it as heartburn relief. Dandelion flowers and greens were also used as a food source by Natives and early settlers.
Modern Uses: The Commission E approved the internal use of dandelion root with herb for disturbances in bile flow, stimulation of diuresis, loss of appetite, and dyspepsia. The British Herbal Compendium indicates its use for hepato-biliary disorders, dyspepsia, lack of appetite, and rheumatic conditions. ESCOP indicates its use for restoration of hepatic and biliary function, dyspepsia, and loss of appetite. The German Standard License for dandelion decoction indicates its use for biliary disorders, gastrointestinal complaints such as a feeling of distension and flatulence, digestive complaints, and to stimulate diuresis.
Active Ingredients: Taraxacin, acrystalline, gluten, choline, potassium
Actions: Diuretic, tonic, aperient, stimulant, Anti-rheumatic, laxative, hepatic
Complementary Herbs: Ginger, Lemon Balm, Licorice Root, Cinnamon, Senna, Caraway, Juniper Berries
Burdock Root
Arctium lappa L.
$3.00 per Ounce
History:Burdock is a vigorous weed that has spread across the earth. Over the past 3,000 years, Burdock plant has a built a reputation as a powerful tonic with the ability to stimulate vigorous health. Nearly all Native American tribes used Burdock as a wellness boast. Native Indians and early Americans took Burdock to increase urine flow, kill germs, reduce fever, and purify blood. It is also used to treat colds, cancer, anorexia nervosa, gastrointestinal (GI) complaints, joint pain (rheumatism), gout, bladder infections, high blood pressure, arteriosclerosis, complications of syphilis, liver disease and skin conditions, including acne and psoriasis. Today, healers across the globe use Burdock to increase well being.
Uses: blood purifiers, skin diseases, eczema,
Active Ingredients: Inulin, mucilage, sugar, a bitter, crystalline glucoside - Lappin-a little resin, fixed Tannins
Actions: antibiotic, antifungal, diaphoretic, diuretic, Alterative and antipyretic
Goldenrod
Solidago virgaurea
Also known as Blue Mountain Tea and Sweet Goldenrod
History: Goldenrod Herb is a wildflower native to North America. Native American medicine men used the leaves for intestinal disorders and urinary infections and the flowers for colic. The Chippewa, who would boil the plant to produce syrup for treating colds, knew it as gizisomukiki, or sun medicine. Goldenrod was also used as a poultice cure toothaches and to soothe burns and boils. The Cherokee used Goldenrod to heal bruises, insect stings, and saddle sores from riding horses. Later, American revolutionists used the dried leaves of the Goldenrod to make a Liberty tea.
Modern Uses: The Commission E approved goldenrod herb as irrigation therapy for inflammatory diseases of the lower urinary tract, urinary calculi and kidney gravel, and as prophylaxis for urinary calculi and kidney gravel.
The German Standard License for goldenrod herb tea indicates its use to increase the amount of urine in inflammation of the kidneys and bladder. ESCOP indicates its use for irrigation of the urinary tract, especially in cases of inflammation and renal gravel, and as an adjuvant in the treatment of bacterial infections of the urinary tract.
Active Ingredients: Saponins, Bitter principle, tannins, flavonoids
Actions: vulnerary, aromatic, stimulant, carminative, astringent, diuretic anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-catarrhal
Complementary Herbs: Echinacea, Poke Root, Wild Indigo
Goldenrod, Wild, Hand Picked
Solidago virgaurea
Information: This Wild Goldenrod was hand picked in the wilds of Montana, on the eastern slope of the continental divide. Special care was taken to ensure the harvest only the best Wild Goldenrod, less than 25% was harvested out of any 100 meter square area. This ensures that a healthy crop of Wild Goldenrod will be provided for you.
History: In terms of respiratory ailments, Goldenrod Herb is a super herb. Historically, Native American medicine men have used different parts of the plant for different ailments. For instance, the the leaves were used for intestinal disorders and urinary infections and the flowers were used to treat colic. The Chippewa Indians would boil the plant to make a syrup for treating colds. They would also make different types of poultices from the leaves and roots. One kind of poultice that was placed in the mouth would help a toothache and another would be used to soothe burns and boils. The Cherokee used Goldenrod to make a tea that, when applied, would soothe bruises and, when boiled down salve could soothe insect stings.
Modern Uses: The Commission E approved goldenrod herb as irrigation therapy for inflammatory diseases of the lower urinary tract, urinary calculi and kidney gravel, and as prophylaxis for urinary calculi and kidney gravel.
The German Standard License for goldenrod herb tea indicates its use to increase the amount of urine in inflammation of the kidneys and bladder. ESCOP indicates its use for irrigation of the urinary tract, especially in cases of inflammation and renal gravel, and as an adjuvant in the treatment of bacterial infections of the urinary tract.
Active Ingredients: Saponins, Bitter principle, tannins, flavonoids
Actions: vulnerary, aromatic, stimulant, carminative, astringent, diuretic anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, anti-catarrhal
Complementary Herbs: Echinacea, Poke Root, Wild Indigo
Horsetail
Equisetum arvense
Also known as Shavegrass, Candock, Paddock Pipes, Bottle Brush, Horsetail Fern, Field Horsetail, Common Horsetail, and Giant Horsetail
History: Horsetail is cousins with a similar plant that grew over 270 million years ago. Today, it is considered a weed, but has a vast history as a herbal remedy. Both the ancient Romans and Greeks times used Horsetail to stop bleeding, heal ulcers and wounds, and treat tuberculosis, and kidney problems. Early Cherokee Healers used horsetail to keep hair looking young on to keep the kidneys clear. Horsetail can also be used to strengthen bones due to its high content of silicon.
Modern Uses: kidney stones, dropsy, incontinence, bed wetting, enlarged prostate.
The Commission E approved internal use of horsetail herb in irrigation therapy for post-traumatic and static edema and for bacterial infections and inflammation of the lower urinary tract and renal gravel. Externally, horsetail is indicated as supportive to poorly healing wounds.
The German Standard License horsetail tea monograph allows the same indications for use as those reported in the Commission E monograph. In France, it is indicated for use to promote renal and digestive elimination functions and as an adjuvant in slimming diets. The British Herbal Compendium indicates its internal use for inflammation or mild infections of the genito-urinary tract and external use for poorly healing wounds
Active Ingredients: silicic acid, saponin, flavone glycosides, nicotine, palustrine
Actions: Diuretic and astringent
Complementary Herbs: Hydrangea
Marshmallow Root
Althaea officinalis
Also known as Althea, Sweetweed, and Mortification Root
$3.50 per Ounce
History: The Marshmallow plant has been used for centuries in Europe as both a medicinal herb and a food. In the Middle Ages, Marshmallow was used to make a dessert called pate de guimauve, which is similar to today’s marshmallows. Although, today’s marshmallows have no resemblance to its ancestor. Medicinally, the Marshmallow plant was used as a soothing remedy for irritated tissues and coughing. The puritans brought Marshmallow to American and taught the local Indians of its medicinal value.
Modern Uses: pain, inflammation of the mucous membranes, dry cough, inflammation of the lining of the stomach, diarrhea, stomach ulcers, constipation, urinary tract inflammation, and stones in the urinary tract, abscesses, skin ulcers, burns, insect bites.
Marshmallow root is applied to the skin as an ingredient in ointments for chapped skin as well as for pain and swelling of the feet and hands due to exposure to the cold
The Commission E approved the internal use of marshmallow root for irritation of the oral and pharyngeal mucosa and associated dry cough, and for mild inflammation of the gastric mucosa.
The British Herbal Compendium indicates its use internally for gastroenteritis, peptic and duodenal ulceration, common and ulcerative colitis, and enteritis. Topically: as a mouthwash or gargle for inflammation of the mouth and pharynx; as a poultice or ointment/cream in furunculosis, eczema and dermatitis. ESCOP lists its use for dry cough and irritations of the oral, pharyngeal, or gastric mucosa. The German Standard License for marshmallow root tea approves its use for soothing of irritation from mucosal inflammations in the mouth and pharynx, upper respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal tract.
Active Ingredients: mucilage, pectin, tannin, asparagine
Actions: Demulcent diuretic, emollient, vulnerary