How to treat a urinary tract infection (UTI) at home

According to the everyday HEALTH website,  downing antibiotics to cure mild or symptoms of urinary infection is NOT the only way to get rid of it.

Although this some remedies can be obtained over the counter or are already in your cupboards, it’s important to seek medical advice.

Here are a few tips listed by everyday HEALTH:

• Drinks lots of water: Drinking lot’s of water can help rid away the bacteria that’s causing the infection.
• If you are probably wondering how much water you should be drinking,  they say drink according to how much your body can take.

• Get rid of bladder irritants from your diet: Alcohol and spicy foods can hinder your healing process. Things to avoid include: Caffeine, spicy foods, nicotine, carbonated drinks and artificial sweeteners. Remember, healthY food is the way to go.

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• Get plenty of Vitamin C: Large amounts of vitamin C are very important as they can make urine more acidic. Vitamic C-rich foods include oranges, strawberries, pineapples, kholrabi and mango.

• Soothe the pain with heat:  everyday HEALTH says inflammation and irritation from UTIs cause burning, pressure, and pain around your pubic area, but applying a heating pad can help soothe the pain.

• Lead a healthier life: Living a healthier life doesn’t mean going to gym almost everyday like myself, but it does mean getting rid of unhealthy habits like smoking, and excessive drinking. And ladies – remember to ALWAYS wipe carefully from front to back when using the loo.

• Emptying your bladder can help a lot: After drinking lots of water, going to the bathroom often to empty your bladder will help you get rid some of the bacteria that is actually causing the infection. Go ahead, empty it!

For more tips on how to treat UTIs check out everyday HEALTH.