Bladder Infections are also known as Cystitis or urinary tract infection; a bacterial infection that occurs anywhere along the urinary tract. Bladder infection symptoms include painful urination, urgency to urinate, lower stomach pain, cloudy or slightly smelly urine. Natural Bladder Infection Remedies containing herbs with Antibacterial, Diuretic and Anti-inflammatory properties can help get rid of bladder infection faster than home remedies.
Do not self-diagnose. It is important to see your doctor for professional diagnosis. It is very important to see a doctor immediately if there is blood in the urine.
Home Remedies for Bladder Infections
Bacteria love sugar, for this reason and because it also lowers immunity, it should be avoided.
Chocolate, citrus, carbonation, and caffeine can irritate the lining of the bladder and make it easier for bacteria to adhere, therefore these foods should be avoided. Citrus increases acidity in the urine making it even more painful to urinate.
Also, drink lots of water to flush out the infection threw urination.
Apply heat to bladder area to help with cramps.
Herbs for bladder infection
Buchu contain active chemicals which kill germs and also promote urine flow.
Celery; used to kill bacteria in the urinary tract, as a digestive aid and for regulating bowel movements. It also helps promote relaxation and sleep.
Couch Grass; anti-inflammatory used to reduce swelling in the bladder.
Dandelion; used for digestive health. It also increases urine production and bowel movements.
Horsetail has an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects, used for fluid retention and urinary tract infections
Juniper; used for digestion problems. It decreases inflammation and gas, fights bacteria and increase urination.
Bearberry; also called Uva Ursi. Specifically used for urinary tract disorders, including infections of the kidney, bladder, and urethra; swelling (inflammation) of the urinary tract; increased urination; painful urination; and urine that contains excess uric acid or other acids. It possesses a compound called arbutin, which the body converts into a bacteria-killing substance
Cornsilk contains proteins, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and fibre. Traditionally used for bladder infections, inflammation of the urinary system.
Three-leafed Caper; has an antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties.
Spectrum Herbal Urinary Tract Infection Relief, a Natural Bladder Infection Remedy containing the above herbs traditionally known and used to treat the bladder for various conditions.
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