Asphodelus albus vs Cranberry

Perennial of Mediterranean grasslands with white flower spikes, used in traditional medicine since antiquity.

Cranberry is a North American native fruit widely recognized for its role in urinary tract health. It contains proanthocyanidins (PACs) that prevent bacteria from adhering to urinary tract walls. Cranberry is one of the best-studied botanicals for UTI prevention and is recommended by many healthcare practitioners.

saponins, flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids

Proanthocyanidins (PACs), Quercetin, Myricetin, Hippuric acid, Vitamin C

Ancient Greek plant associated with the dead and used medicinally, Used across Mediterranean for digestive diuretic and skin conditions

Urinary tract health, Scurvy prevention, Wound healing, Stomach ailments, Liver problems

Diuretic action, Digestive support, Wound healing, Traditional skin herb

Urinary tract infection prevention, Recurrent UTI management, Helicobacter pylori reduction, Cardiovascular health, Antioxidant supplementation

Tea from roots: 3-5g per cup 2x/day

500mg cranberry extract 1-2 times daily, or 240-300ml unsweetened juice daily

Pregnancy in high doses

Kidney stones (oxalate type), Aspirin allergy (contains salicylic acid)

Mild gastrointestinal effects

GI upset at high doses, Diarrhea, Kidney stone risk (high doses), Blood sugar elevation (sweetened products)