Serbian Juniper vs Cranberry

Juniper widespread across Balkans and Southeastern Europe used for urinary, digestive, and antimicrobial conditions.

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.

alpha-pinene, sabinene, terpinen-4-ol, cadinine

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

urinary disinfectant in Serbian folk medicine, digestive stimulant, arthritic joint treatment

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

urinary antiseptic, diuretic, antimicrobial

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

1-2g dried berries as tea or 2-4ml tincture

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

kidney inflammation, pregnancy - uterine stimulant

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

kidney irritation with prolonged use

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