2015-11-03
Joybynature.com Team
Nov
03

 

Urinary tract infection is typically the infection of the urinary path and bladder and is one of the most common infection in women and girls. But even men can contract UTI.  Although common, it is not something that can be taken lightly. The infection can be extremely painful, cause stinging and burning while urinating and can cause very high fever. If not treated in early stages, the infection can spread to the kidneys and blood stream.

Let’s understand how UTIs happen. Contrary to the belief that UTIs are contracted from external sources, the infection is caused by bacteria inside the body. In majority of cases, the infection is caused by e-coli bacteria, which is found in our digestive tract. Due to poor hygiene or low intake of fluids, the bacteria can enter the urinary tract and cause infection. In some cases, these infections can happen due to obstructions in the urinary tract and bladder or kidney stones.

UTIs are usually treated with antibiotics, but such infections have a tendency to recur and the body may even become resistant to antibiotics. it becomes important to take preventive measure to prevent recurrence. Also, UTI is very common in pregnant women and since they are advised not to take antibiotics, home remedies are the safest cure.

Here is a list of some easy remedies which can prevent UTI:

  1. Drink ample amount of fluids

The cheapest and easiest way to cure and prevent UTI is to drink ample amount of fluids. Drinking water helps in flushing toxins from the system and prevents the growth of bacteria. The more water you drink, more frequently the system gets cleansed and the bacterial colony is flushed out.

However, one must avoid soft drinks and fruits juices as they can cause irritation and make the infection worse.

  1. Coconut water and coconut oil

Coconut Oil contains medium chain fatty acids which have strong antibacterial and antiviral properties and can clear out the infection causing microorganisms. Another benefit of coconut oil as opposed to antibiotic medication is that it doesn’t kill the good bacteria in the body and doesn’t cause any adverse side effects. One should consume at least 3 tablespoons of coconut oil to clear out the infection.

Coconut water also has excellent cleansing and healing properties. Drinking at least 2 glasses of coconut water can provide relief from burning sensation and flush out the infection faster.

For people with a history of UTI, coconut oil and water consumption is a must to prevent recurrence.

  1. Barley water

Barley has a gentle cooling effect on the body. Consumption of Barley water brings down the temperature and effectively washes out the infection from the bladder.

To make barley water, boil three tablespoons of barley in water and simmer for few minutes. Cool and drink at least 4 -5 glasses per day.

  1. Cranberry Juice

Cranberry juice contains active compounds which are not broken down in the digestive system . These active compounds specifically target the bad bacteria and prevent them from latching on to the system and growing further.

There are studies which have proven that drinking Cranberry juice can cure UTI within few hours.

  1. Prunes

Constipation is an important contributor is occurrence of UTI. It reduces the size of the bladder hence creating favorable conditions for development of bacterial colony. Therefore it is very important to find a long term cure for constipation to keep UTI at bay.

 

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  1. Vitamin C

Acidity in urine makes it difficult for bacteria to survive. Therefore, by increasing the acidity, one can potentially cure UTI. Vitamin C supplements help in achieving the required acidity and keep the tract infection free.

These simple remedies combined with regular exercise, fiber rich diet and emptying of bladder at regular intervals will keep you free from infections.

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