Treating a urinary tract infection
Here are a few remedies that may help get rid of a urinary tract infection (UTI.):
Shatavari Root (Asparagus Racemosus) – this particular Herb is a relative of asparagus and helps keep the urinary tract system in check. This root carries with it phytoestrogens, which offer moisture and rejuvenating properties for the kidneys and urinary tract. Shatavari keeps the immune system functioning properly and actually makes it stronger over time. Studies have also shown this root reduces stress, which has been proven to be very beneficial to the reproductive system, as well as reduce uncomfortable symptoms of menopause. These factors make this particular root very beneficial in fighting a urinary tract infection. Asian women start taking Shatavari around puberty and continue a daily intake for life. In that part of the world, menopausal symptoms are basically unheard of and they have the lowest percentage of urinary tract infections in the world.
American Cranberry also helps in both the prevention and treatment of a UTI. Cranberry helps to fight bacterium that forms on cell membranes. It inhibits bacteria from attaching itself altogether. For an active infection, take higher doses of Cranberry pills followed by 100 percent Cranberry Juice – no sugar added. Drinking pure Cranberry Juice daily will prevent regularly occurring urinary tract infections. Cranberry also prevents kidney stone formation as well as aid in fighting gum disease.
Goldenseal – (Hydrastis Canadensis) and uva-ursi (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) – both contain antibacterial properties. Drink one or more of these in tea form to prevent infection and take tablet forms along with the teas while treating the infection. Check for herbs that should only be taken for months at a time. Some herbs can cause negative effects on body tissue if taken for long amounts of time. Let your body rest from certain herbs. Goldenseal is one of these.
Here are some wonderful products I highly recommend in the treatment of urinary tract infections:
Life-time Cranberry Concentrate – this contains high levels of Cranberry and asparagus – both known in keeping the urinary tract healthy
UT Answer – this is my favorite – it contains high concentrated levels of Cranberry and has no alcohol. I would recommend these products during an active infection. You can drink Cranberry Juice every day as a preventative measure. This might be cheaper in the long run.
Some other tips on preventing a UTI:
Avoid bubble baths, especially in young girls. If you or your kids simply can’t live without a bath, make sure the tub is disinfected properly with environmentally safe and/or natural cleaning products and just fill the tub with plain water. You can add a touch of Baking Soda or Epsom Salt for an added refreshing and skin smoothing touch.
Shower daily and wear clean 100 percent cotton underwear only. Avoid T-Backs and tight jeans. Wear comfortable, breathable, natural fibrous clothing.
Wash with allergy tested, sensitive skin soaps. Avoid liquid soaps. Avoid fragranced soaps, shower gels, sprays and powders. Natural soap and water daily is all you need. I do not recommend douching AT ALL! This will throw off your PH levels in the vaginal tract and can actually lead to even more infections. Just make sure that everything and anything that enters the vagina is natural – this concept has always helped me stay healthy when it comes to my female parts.
Avoid colored toilet paper. Use white, chemical free paper and always wipe from front to back after urinating. The number one reason for getting a UTI is E-Coli matter entering the urinary tract.
Make sure every bit of urine comes out before you wipe. It might take an extra minute, but it’s certainly well worth it. When urine seeps onto your underwear throughout the day, this causes a sea of bacterium that flows right up the tract. It might get more difficult to void as you get older, so, take your time and relax your bladder muscles as your urinating.
Wash up after intercourse and avoid sex gels.
Also, be careful with some of the external birth control gels and products out there. A lot of them tend to cause allergic reactions that may very well lead to infection.
After you swim, slip into dry clean underwear. You’ll also prevent a yeast infection by practicing this.
A urinary tract infection, or UTI can also occur after certain medical procedures, so…keep extra clean throughout this time.
Just think natural, clean and simple, and you should be ok.
Later,g