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Cystitis is the de facto term used by medical professionals around the world to describe inflammation within your bladder. In most cases, this inflammation is the direct result of an infection \u2014 usually bacterial rather than fungal or viral. When the cause is of bacterial nature then cystitis is referred to as UTI which is an abbreviation for \u201curinary tract infection.\u201d These infections of your bladder can be just as annoying as they are painful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, if left untreated, the infection may end up spreading to other areas such as your kidneys. If they reach the kidneys then the \u201cannoying infection\u201d could become a serious threat to your health. Using various drugs may also lead to cystitis. Regardless of what the cause may be, there are some things you can do to alleviate the inflammation. Here are eight natural and effective remedies for your cystitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Stay hydrated<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The easiest way to avoid cystitis is by keeping yourself hydrated. When you drink a lot of liquids, you\u2019ll instantly lower your risk of developing a urinary tract infection<\/a>. Why is this the case? Well, drinking more fluids will lead to increased urination. The more you pee, the less time bacteria will have to build up within your urinary tract.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various studies have shown that those who drink fewer fluids and as a result pee less are at a far higher risk of developing a urinary tract infection and thus cystitis. This is why many patients who use catheters over a long period of time develop cystitis as they don\u2019t get to pee. It might sound simple, but drinking more water, while very simple, could actually serve as not only a remedy but also a preventative measure against cystitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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2. Vitamin C<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Getting more vitamin C<\/a> in your diet could also lower your odds of developing a urinary tract infection and cystitis. This is due to the fact that the more vitamin C you have in your system, the more acidic your urine is going to be. When your urine becomes more acidic then it will become more effective at killing various bacteria that would otherwise cause an inflammatory infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There have even been studies that show the effects of vitamin C on individual patients. One woman who was pregnant took vitamin C in the dosage of 100 milligrams each day. At the end of the study, the researchers found that vitamin C she ingested protected her from urinary tract infections, cutting her odds of developing one in half. As you can see, eating more oranges could be the best way to prevent cystitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3. Unsweetened cranberry juice<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cranberry juice<\/a> has long been revered for the health benefits that it brings to your table (pun intended.) It\u2019s worth noting that, before we move forward with the data here, we are referring to unsweetened varieties of cranberry juice specifically. When it comes to urinary tract infections and cystitis, few juices are more highly recommended than cranberry juice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you ingest high dosages of cranberry, it will make it nearly impossible for the infection-causing bacteria to adhere to your urinary tract. This lack of adhesion ensures that no infection will develop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One study monitored a control group who ingested no cranberry products and compared their health to a separate group who drank 240 ml of cranberry juice each day for a total period of 24 weeks. They found that the control group had far higher odds of developing urinary tract infections and cystitis in comparison to the group who drank the cranberries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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4. Take a probiotic<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ve likely already heard all about the health benefits of probiotics. We assure you, it\u2019s not hyperbole. In fact, the impact that probiotics <\/a>can have is truly astounding. After all, your immune function is highly reliant on the status of your microbiome and the levels of good bacteria in your gut. When you use probiotics, they help to raise the \u201cgood bacteria\u201d population in your microbiome thus staving off infections that could cause cystitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Various studies have confirmed the fact that probiotics can provide a significant immune boost to your body. Kombucha, yogurt, kimchi, and other fermented foods can also provide these probiotics. One study wanted to see how probiotics matched up against antibiotics in the race to prevent urinary tract infections and other variations of cystitis. After running various tests, they found that antibiotics were more effective at treating these infections when paired up with probiotics. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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5. D-Mannose<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

D-Mannose may sound like the name of a professional wrestler from the 80s but it\u2019s actually a healthy variety of sugar <\/a>that you can find in various foods. One place that you can find it is in cranberry. As we already covered, cranberries and juices made from them can be both an effective treatment and a great preventative measure when it comes to cystitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That being the case, why not extract the sugar from it and use that very compound to treat cystitis? Well, that\u2019s exactly what various companies have done. While the studies on D-Mannose remains relatively limited, the data we have so far shows a strong link between D-Mannose consumption and a reduction in the frequency of cystitis cases. It\u2019s hard to call any variety of sugar healthy, but D-Mannose is certainly a great way to prevent inflammatory responses within your bladder and that\u2019s good enough for us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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6. Bearberry leaf<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Bearberry leaf<\/a> has actually been in use for centuries dating back to ancient civilizations. That being said, with the advent of modern medicine, it fell out of use for decades. Thankfully, it\u2019s back and here to help those suffering from cystitis. You might also know bearberry leaf from its other name \u2014 uva-ursi. Clearly the former is favored over the latter because it\u2019s easier to pronounce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regardless of what you\u2019d like to call it, studies have shown that bearberry leaf can be very effective when it comes to preventing urinary tract infections and cases of cystitis. Others have also suggested that the bearberry leaf should be combined with ingredients like dandelion roots and other natural herbs to boost its efficacy. Whether you take it in a medley or on its own, you\u2019re sure to notice the benefits immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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7. Cranberry extract<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Much like cranberry juice, the extract can help you prevent the development of urinary tract infections and cystitis<\/a>. As we covered in the section above, cranberry juice can avoid such cases by ensuring that bacteria are unable to adhere to your urinary tract. Cranberry extract functions in the very same way. Some have compared cranberries to slip and slides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They ensure that the bacteria never get a foothold and thus can\u2019t try to cause harm to your body. The inflammatory response in your bladder only occurs when bacteria starts to build up in the urinary tract, but it can\u2019t do that if it never has the chance to bind to it in the first place. Cranberries work in the same way that oil slicks did in all those old spy movies \u2014 removing friction to incapacitate the enemy before it causes harm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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8. Garlic extract<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Ever since the earliest periods of human civilization garlic has been used as an effective means of killing off bacteria<\/a>. It can actually also kill viruses just as easily make it the go-to remedy before the advent of modern medicine. Millenia later doctors were able to confirm in their laboratory that this delicious vegetable does actually hold antiviral and antibacterial properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I guess the Romans, while rather barbaric in their taste in entertainment, actually knew a thing or two when it comes to medicine. Seeing as garlic has a potent ability to kill off bacteria, it is the perfect cure and vaccine against cystitis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

After all, how can a urinary tract infection occur if the garlic is killing off the bacteria long before it has the chance to multiply? By reducing the levels of bad bacteria in your urinary tract, garlic can ensure that cystitis will be a thing of the past for you. It\u2019s also rather tasty making this a win-win situation.
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