Sunday 23 October 2016

7 Home Remedies for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Symptoms


1. Get Your Fill of Water
One of the first things to do when you have a urinary tract infection is drink plenty of water. That’s because drinking water can help flush away the bacteria that's causing your infection.

2. Load Up on Vitamin C for a Healthy Urinary Tract
Getting plenty of foods high in vitamin C is important, because large amounts of vitamin C make urine more acidic. This inhibits the growth of bacteria. If you have an active UTI, taking vitamin C supplements may help.

3. Soothe UTI Pain with Heat
Inflammation and irritation from UTIs cause burning, pressure, and pain around your pubic area, applying a heating pad can help soothe the area. Keep the heat setting low, don’t apply it directly to the skin, and limit your use to 15 minutes at a time to avoid burns.

4. Cut Bladder Irritants from Your Diet
When you have a UTI, caffeine, alcohol, spicy food, nicotine, carbonated drinks, and artificial sweeteners can irritate your bladder further, making it harder for your body to heal. Focus on healthy foods, such as high-fiber carbohydrates, which are good for your digestive

5. Go Ahead, Empty Your Bladder Again
Every time you empty your bladder — even if it’s just a small amount — you rid it of some of the bacteria causing the infection.

6. Consider Herbal Remedies
You may find some relief from taking the herb uva ursi (bearberry leaf), which is used as a treatment for lower urinary tract infections.  It should be taken only for short periods of time — five days or less — as it could cause liver damage.

7. Change to Healthier Habits
Lifestyle changes matter because they can help you recover from a UTI and might prevent another infection,
  • Quit smoking
  • Wear loose cotton clothing and underwear
  • Wipe yourself clean from front to back
  • Choose only fragrance-free personal hygiene products

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