Though research is minimal, for centuries, people have been using the uva ursi plant for many medical reasons, including kidney and bladder stones, thanks in part to its diuretic properties. Indigenous peoples used it to treat urinary infections long before antibiotics were invented. As with any herb, talk to your doctor before taking uva ursi for kidney stones, as it could interact poorly with existing health conditions or medications.

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