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Vol. #15  Urinary Tract Infections               July 2007
 

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) include Cystitis (bladder infection), urethritis (urethra infection), and kidney problems. These bacterial infections are typically more common in women but can also be seen in men, possibly as a sign of a more serious underlying condition. Symptoms of a UTI include persistent discomfort and urge to urinate, painful urination, cloudy urine, and at times there may be blood in the urine. They are commonly thought to be caused by sexual contact but infections can occur quite easily, particularly in women. Increased susceptibility can at times be attributed to stress, a weakened immune system, antibiotic use, and other factors. In the case of recurrent infections, there are a few lifestyle changes that are recommended, such as reduced consumption of foods that enhance acidity in the body, such as sugar, alcohol, coffee, refined and processed foods, etc. 

Recommended:

Colloidal silver: A natural antibiotic, it destroys bacteria, viruses and fungi.

Garlic (new chapter): Natural antibiotic that enhances the immune system.

Vitamin C: Acidifies the urine and inhibits growth of bacteria

Prebiotics: Needed to restore and strengthen intestinal flora, strengthens natural defenses

Calcium: Helps with bladder irritability

Magnesium: supports the body under stress

Cranberry: inhibits bacterial growth in the urine and prevent bacteria from sticking to the lining of the urinary tract and bladder.

Stress-X: infections appear as the result of stress on the body, so minimizing the stress response minimizes the risk of getting an infection and also blunts the discomfort.