Cranberry to the rescue
In case of UTI, you will have to consult your doctor who may prescribe a course of antibiotics or other methods depending on the severity. There are also several home remedies that you can rely on to ease the discomfort and at the same time prevent the risk of contracting UTI which is quite an infectious disease. According to a study conducted by the Boston University in the United States, drinking a 240 ml glass of cranberry juice per day may help women keep urinary tract infection at bay.
The study also suggests that cranberries can aid in decreasing the worldwide use of antibiotics. Cranberries contain many unique elements and compounds including Type-A PACs that prevents bacteria from sticking and causing infections. According to the American Urological Association, up to 60 per cent of all women suffer a UTI in their lifetime and up to 25 percent experience a recurrence within six months. Apart from cranberry juice, you must drink to lots of water to ensure that you are flushing out all the toxins from your body that can promote bacterial growth.
