4 Ways to Improve Bladder Health to Prevent Cystitis and UTIs
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are an uncomfortable and often recurring issue for women.
UTIs occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract and multiply, leading to symptoms including frequent urination, a burning sensation during urination, and discomfort in the abdominal area.
Cystitis, an inflammation of the bladder, is one of the most common UTI symptoms.
It affects women of all ages. In young, sexually active women (typically in their 20s and 30s), cystitis is often caused by the introduction of bacteria into the urinary tract during sexual activity.
In postmenopausal women, the prevalence of cystitis increases due to hormonal changes that thin the vaginal and urethral tissues, making them more susceptible to infection. It is prevalent in older women due to factors including age-related changes in the urinary tract, bladder weakness, but also weakened immunity and hormonal changes.
Maintaining bladder health is a good way to help prevent urinary tract infections.
Here’s four easy bladder health tips:
Keep hydrated to help flush bacteria and toxins from the bladder. Drinking plenty of water dilutes urine which reduces the concentration of potentially harmful substances.
Maintain good hygiene around the genital area. Simple actions such as wiping from front to back after using the bathroom, helps prevent the spread of bacteria that can cause UTIs.
Make good bladder habits part of your daily health regime. For example, holding urine in for long periods can increase the risk of UTIs as it allows bacteria to multiply in the bladder.
Avoid tight-fitting clothing, especially synthetic fabrics. These can trap moisture and promote bacterial growth in the genital area (one of the issues associated with wearing incontinence pads).
You can also relieve and reduce UTI and Cystitis symptoms with herbal UT Cleanse. This is our comprehensive herbal formula.
UT Cleanse supports overall urinary health. It is formulated to address any microbial infection; support and soothe the epithelial membranes of the urinary tract; improve bladder detrusor muscle compliance for effective flushing and complete bladder emptying to resolve the residual urine that is a breeding ground for bacteria.
UT Cleanse supports the collagen and connective tissue underpinning the pelvic floor muscles for strong urinary sphincter control. This addresses the bladder accidents and urinary incontinence that can allow bacteria to thrive in the external urinary area and encourage the development of UTIs.
UT Cleanse has a powerful fourfold action: Flush, cleanse, calm and soothe.
Flush: Assists in cleansing and flushing the urinary tract to help eliminate pathogens The clinically researched level of PACS (proanthocyanidins) derived from cranberry, helps reduce the occurrence, frequency and irritation of medically-diagnosed cystitis.
Cleanse: Dandelion, marshmallow and cornsilk have a natural diuretic action to support natural kidney and bladder cleansing and flushing of the urinary tract. This allows for complete emptying of the bladder helping reduce the likelihood of developing urinary tract infections.
Soothe: Marshmallow is a powerful demulcent to soothe irritated tissues and maintain the mucous membrane health of the urinary tract. Cornsilk has an anti-inflammatory action to soothe irritated urinary tissue and relieve any burning sensation.
Calm: The herbs in UT Cleanse have an astringent effect to tighten and firm urinary membranes (preventing bacteria from adhering) while the demulcent effect calms irritated urinary membranes. More about UT Cleanse