holistic hound - fundamentals - genitourinary

Ingredients Saw Palmetto: Strengthens and nourishes the smooth muscle tissue of the urinary tract Yarrow: Bacteriostatic agent for treatment of chronic or acute cystitis Juniper: Astringent and antimicrobial with a particular affinity with genitourinary system; It is also a mild diuretic, good treatment for cystitis, that increases urine production and waste elimination. It can also improve kidney function (Glomerular filtration Rate) using terpineol compounds. Uva Ursi: Contains hydroquinones which are chemical compounds that are active against a wide range of pathogens, often implicated in urinary tract infections. It also works as an astringent, antimicrobial and diuretic Plantain: Another herb with a particular affinity for the urinary tract. It can be very soothing to the tract by producing mucilage, whilst still providing astringent, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial actions, from its aucubin and saponin constituents. Goldenseal: Antimicrobial herbs, that can also help to boost the action of echinacea, helps to reduce inflammation, and has an affinity with lower urinary tract CornSilk: Mucilage producing herb which soothes and protects internal mucous membranes. It is also diuretic and an astringent, can help tackle chronic inflammation of any portion of urinary tract or kidneys, without causing added irritation to the kidneys Echinacea: Supports the lymph system to eliminate waste materials. It has an affinity with urinary tract. Furthermore, as an immunostimulant and antimicrobial it can useful for treating bacterial or fungal infections of the bladder and urethra.