Benefit of Arbutus



1.Antiseptic-The arbutus  are mainly appreciated for their  antiseptic properties against the urinary tract, it is also a mild diuretic. With the strawberry tree infusion, significant benefits can be obtained in case of cystitis and bladder inflammation.

2.Counteracts Diarrhea-It has properties anti diarrheal and astringent. the  strawberry trees contain pectin which, together with the tannins contained a good amount especially in the leaves, make them ideal for preparing an herbal tea of ​​fruits and leaves that brings benefits in case of diarrhea.

3.Circulatory System-The strawberry tree brings benefits to the circulatory system, not surprisingly in Morocco the leaves of this plant are traditionally used to prepare an herbal tea that lowers blood pressure.

To counteract circulatory disorders it is useful to take a decoction made with 20 grams of strawberry tree leaves combined with as many bramble leaves that are then boiled for 5 minutes in a small pan of water. At the end the mixture is left to rest for 10 minutes after which it is filtered and two cups are drunk a day.

4.Anti-Inflammatory-Thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties, a strawberry-tree herbal tea can also be used to treat cold symptoms.

5.Skin Spots-The arbutin contained in the leaves and minimally also in the fruits, has the property of lightening the spots of the skin. In this regard, special creams are created to lighten the spots on the skin that precisely contain Arbutin.

6.Antioxidants-A study carried out in Turkey states that the extracts of methanol and ethanol from the leaves possess good antioxidant properties.

7.Decoction-A decoction prepared with 7 grams of crushed leaves in a cup of boiling water and left to infuse for 15 minutes causes an euphoric state similar to that of a light hangover. Good mood is assured. Don’t overdo the intake of strawberry trees in those that can cause constipation.