Bladder Infections
A bladder infection is an inflammation of the bladder caused by bacteria. The condition is also sometimes referred to as cystitis, although cystitis can have causes other than infection. Microbes may enter the bladder via the urethra, especially when stress, contraceptives, and poor diet have lowered the body's resistance to infection. To prevent and treat bladder infections, drink plenty of water to flush out the system. Unsweetened cranberry juice may help prevent bacteria from sticking in the urinary tract. Certain lifestyle changes also can help prevent cystitis: avoid foaming bath products, vaginal deodorants, and scented soaps. Do not wear tight, synthetic underwear.
Recommended vitamins:
Recommended vitamins:
- Multivitamin / mineral / antioxidant formula
- Vitamin A -- counteracts infection
- Vitamin B-3 -- helps reduce pain
- Vitamin B-6 -- needed to form antibodies to fight infection
- Pantothenic acid -- reduces inflammation
- Vitamin C -- a natural diuretic that reduces the symptoms and length of infection
- Vitamin E -- helps to clean out the system
- Copper -- needed for a healthy immune system
- Selenium -- helps to control inflammation
- Zinc -- needed to produce antibodies to fight infection
- Omega-3 fish oils -- have pain-relieving properties
- Omega-6 oils -- have anti-inflammatory agents
- Acidophilus -- restores friendly intestinal bacteria destroyed if taking antibiotics to treat infection
- Alfalfa
- Barberry
- Bioflavonoids -- improve the action of Vitamin C
- Cinnamon
- Cranberry extract
- Garlic: 500 mg daily
- Uva ursi
- Mackerel, sardines, and salmon
- Cranberry juice
- Fresh fruit (not citrus)
- Green, leafy vegetables
- Shellfish
- Live yogurt
- Garlic
- Tea, coffee, alcohol, tomatoes, strawberries, and spinach
- Animal fats and fried foods, which block the formation of anti-inflammatory prostaglandins
- Chocolate
- Beans
- Refined carbohydrates and sugar
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