Cowberry vs Cowberry Leaf

Circumpolar berry of Northern Europe and Russia used as urinary antiseptic and for immune support, rich in arbutin and anthocyanins.

Leaves of lingonberry used in Scandinavian and Russian folk medicine as urinary antiseptic, distinct from the nutritive berries.

arbutin, hydroquinone, anthocyanins, quercetin, catechins

arbutin, hyperoside, quercetin, epicatechin, ursolic acid

Urinary tract infections in Scandinavian and Russian folk medicine, Kidney support, Scurvy and vitamin deficiency historically, Sore throat and mouth infections

Urinary tract infections in Scandinavian and Russian folk medicine, Kidney support, Rheumatic conditions, Gout

Urinary antiseptic, Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial

Urinary antiseptic, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant, Antigout

Fresh berries 50-100g daily; juice 200ml daily; standardized arbutin extracts

2-3g dried leaf tea 3x daily; 2-3ml tincture 3x daily

Kidney disease with high arbutin content, Pregnancy in large medicinal doses

Kidney disease, Pregnancy, Prolonged use beyond 1 week

Generally safe as food

Greening of skin with long-term use, Liver effects