Home LifestyleBladder Infection Symptoms: 7 Effective Remedies to Provide Relief at Home
If you frequently suffer from mild urinary infections, there are a few home remedies that may help provide relief from the burning sensations and discomfort. Bladder infections are the most common type of urinary tract infection (UTI) and can cause symptoms such as the sudden urge to urinate, pain while urinating, and abdominal cramping. While antibiotics are commonly used to treat bladder infections, they can have adverse effects on gut bacteria. It is recommended to combine medical treatments with home remedies, and seek treatment from a healthcare professional.
For mild or early-stage infections, or for individuals prone to frequent urinary infections, natural remedies may offer relief. Here are 7 effective bladder infection remedies:
1. Cherries: Eating one cup of fresh cherries every 2 hours can help ease the burning sensation in the urine.
2. Garlic: Garlic has antibacterial properties. Eating 4-5 cloves of raw garlic, chopped fine and consumed with warm water, or making garlic pickle in lime juice and eating 4-5 cloves daily for a week may provide relief.
3. Baking soda: Taking half a teaspoon of baking soda mixed with water for 3 to 4 days in the morning before breakfast can help reduce burning sensations and provide a soothing effect.
4. Water: Drinking large amounts of fluids helps dilute toxins in the urine and flushes the system. Drink one liter of water on an empty stomach in the morning and another 6-8 glasses during the day to prevent recurrence of the problem.
5. Avoid alcohol: Alcohol is a diuretic and can promote dehydration, increasing the chances of further infection and recurrence. Individuals prone to frequent urinary bladder infections should avoid alcohol intake.
6. Diet: At the onset of the symptoms of bladder infection, avoid consuming any type of protein for a few days. Stick to a diet of fruits and vegetables to relieve the burden on digestion and help the body fight off the infection and detoxify.
7. Herbal tea: Make a tea at home using lemon rind and cinnamon. Boil one teaspoon each of grated lemon rind and cinnamon powder in a liter of water for 5 minutes. Strain and drink while hot.
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