Wild Strawberry vs Ribes uva-crispa

European woodland herb whose leaves, roots, and fruit are used in traditional medicine for diarrhea, gout, kidney stones, and as a gentle tonic and astringent.

European fruit shrub; berries and leaves used in traditional medicine for digestive and inflammatory conditions.

tannins, ellagic acid, flavonoids, vitamin C

anthocyanins, citric acid, malic acid, quercetin, kaempferol, vitamin C

Treat diarrhea, Gout management, Kidney stones prevention, General tonic

digestive disorders, liver support, anti-inflammatory, urinary conditions

Astringent, Diuretic, Antioxidant, Anti-inflammatory

antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, digestive aid, diuretic

3-5g dried leaves as tea or fruit freely

3-5g leaf tea or 100-200g fresh fruit daily

No significant contraindications at food doses

iron deficiency with excessive tannin intake

Rare strawberry allergy

generally very safe