Information and facts on Bladder Infection - Cystitis

 

Bladder infection is normally caused by some type of bacteria which causes "cystitis", inflammation of the bladder. As much as 85% of the urinary tract infections are caused by the bacteria called  Escherichia coli. In women the bacteria can occur by fecal or vaginal secretions moving up through the urethra, and cystitis does occur more often in women than men. In men bladder problems may signal a more serious problem like prostatitis. Bladder infections symptoms include a  urgent feeling to empty the bladder, urination maybe painful, urine has strong odor, urine maybe cloudy, and there may be blood in the urine.

Bladder infections are often indicated by an urgent need to empty the bladder. Urination is very often both frequent and painful; even after the person's bladder has been emptied, there may be a feeling of the need to urinate again. The urine normally has a strong, unpleasant odor, and may appear cloudy. Children suffering from bladder infections often will complain of lower abdominal pain and a painful burning sensation while they are urinating. Another indication of infection is blood in the urine. While cystitis itself is usually more of an inconvenience than a severe health problem, however it can lead to kidney infection and related problems if it is left untreated. The risk of developing a bladder infection can be increased by several factors, including pregnancy, sexual intercourse, the use of a diaphragm, and systemic disorders such as diabetes and obesity. The risk of cystitis is also increased if there is a structural abnormality or obstruction of the urinary tract resulting in restriction of the free flow of urine, or if past infections have resulted in a narrowing of the urethra. Prevention of bladder infection includes dietary and nutritional changes as well as good colon and intestinal health maintenance to prevent toxins and other things from becoming a infection risk.

Other Changes To Make

• drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled or filtered water a day

• eat 50% raw fruits and vegetables (organic is best)

• nuts, seeds, and whole grains are good

• juice is good (make your own with a juice machine)

• do not worry as much about calories as eating the right foods

• carrot and celery sticks are good to use as a snack

• a colon cleansing can be very helpful - (do several times each year)

• do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks

• do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...

• use stress relief like going for walks in the park (or the 10/90 rule - see Stress)

• brown rice is good to eat

• avoid red meat and animal fats

• reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others

• fast a few days a month

• get at least 8 hours of sleep 

• exercise light to moderate amounts

• avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet

• do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke

• do not skip meals - just eat better and not as much at each meal

• do not chew gum - it can cause you to feel hungry

• do not watch too much TV try reading a book or something else

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