Nowfoods CRANBERRY MAXIMUM STRENGTH 90 VCAPS Urinary System

The Vegetarian Formula Cranberry, Maximum Strength Healthy Urinary Tract Standardized Extract With Uva Ursi & Grape Seed Extracts Washes Away Undesirable Particles, has become an essential ingredient for promoting a healthy urinary tract. The Maximum Strength Standardized Cranberry Extract of NOW is naturally rich in powerful compounds called proanthocyanidins (proanthocyanidins) (OPC's).

These Proanthocyanidins are potent antioxidants that appear to be able to reduce bacterial adherence to epithelial cells of the bladder. Some experts believe that the quinic acid is found abundant in cranberry may help prevent the development of lithiasis of the kidney.

Each serving provides 1000 mg extract Cranberry, reduced to a minimum of 6% Quinic acid and 3% OPC. For additional support, are included, also, 300 mg Uva Ursi, scientifically proven to destabilize the membranes of unwanted particles, and 45 mg of distillate-rich grape seed (Grape Seed Extract), an antioxidant high in OPC's.

The Uva Ursi contains chemicals, primarily hydroquinone and its derivatives, which make it useful for maintaining a healthy urinary tract and is used to treat infections such as cystitis, urethritis and nephritis. It also contains diuretic chemicals, including ursolic acid, a powerful astringent. In addition to its antiseptic and astringent actions, the Uva Ursi may help in the removal of bacteria through urination. Has been used to reduce the accumulation of uric acid and relieve the pain of bladder stones.

90 Vegetable Capsules