alternative to help preventing UTI's

[Cherie K]

ok since we can't have cranberries and such is there anything else that will help you from getting urinary tract infections? I go a long time without one but when I do get one it's so hard to get rid of.
I would just rather stop them from even starting if I could. :help:

[ICNDonna]

Blueberries are supposed to be good and many ICers can eat them with no problem.

Donna

[traceann]

Yup, I've heard the same thing - blueberries can work well too. :)

[Cherie K]

Thank you so much ladies. :smile tee

I will try some and see if I can handle them or not.

[karen10]

I've read that D'Mannose is supposed to help, but don't know much about it personally. You can search on this forum for previous posts about it.

[Katrina]

Blueberries, D-mannose, garlic, and oregano oil I put at the top. some others:• UvaUrsi,motherwort, marshmellow root.

as always research and talk to your doctor to be sure it is right for you before trying.

[jerrycath]

i have to use a catheters and the best way to avoid UTI's is to not wash and reuse catheters. Once they are open, it is IMPOSSIBLE to re-sterilze them. if you dont use catheters, then you should try liquid chlorophyll. Bacteria can only grow in a acidic environment. things like soda, sugar, ect., can make your urinary system acidic. The chlorophyll changes your system from acidic to alkaline. i have been UTI free for over 7 months because of it.

[VickiB]

A couple other thoughts that seem to work for me,..

Loose fitting clothing, cotton underwear, almost obsessive bathroom hygiene, and always urinate following sex!

I hate UTIs!

Vicki