phenolic glycosides Arbutin, ursolic acid and phytoncides.Foxberries are widely used in northern Europe, notably in Scandinavia. Scandinavian people like foxberries and use them for food as a source of vitamins and essential nutrients. But it is important to know that foxberry leaves are of great value too. They have antimicrobial, cholagogic, astringent and anti-inflammatory effects. Leaves preparations help strengthen capillaries and stimulate host defenses. Foxberry leaves contain Vitamins, flavonoids, tannins, acids and other nutrients. Leaves preparations are often used as a supportive therapy during recovery periods. And finally this herb stimulates nitrogen metabolism.