Bladder infection arises from stagnant urine in the bladder, blood that is too sweet, or auto-immune disorders like interstitial cystitis. Infections are generally a sign of 'sweet, toxicity, heat, and stagnation.'

Sweetness of the blood feeds the bacteria, often e. coli from the intestines.

Toxicity in the blood irritates the bladder and urinary membranes, making them vulnerable to infection. Keeping the bowels clean is thus a significant tool for eliminating UTI. An outbreak of acne, gas or bloating may be an early warning sign that the system is becoming toxic. These early warning signs may be a cue to avoid dairy, wheat and other heavy, rich foods. Use cleansing herbs and laxatives to help with this kind of UTI.

Cross-infection - Vaginal dysbiosis, pH levels, sexual activity, and poor personal hygiene can lead to infections of the urinary tract. E. coli from the intestines can seed the infection of the urinary tract. Antimicrobials, probiotics, immune stimulants and balancing pH can help.

Bacterial vaginosis can be a significant factor causing UTI. Women who experience UTI after intercourse should drink a glass of water before and after sex. BV and UTI may increase around menopause, as the depletion of estrogen thins mucus membranes. In this case topical estrogen creams and shatavari ghee can help.

Heat in the blood (inflammation) irritates membranes, making them prone to infection. Liver irritating foods like spinach or tomatoes may also increase irritating 'choleric' heat in the blood (bilirubin). Generally, UTI's occur in Kapha / Pitta females with excess of earth element. UTI's are rare in males - and require a doctor's visit to examine underlying pathology.

An antimicrobial diuretic like uva ursi, together with mannose (a sugar in cranberries) may resolve a UTI. See a doctor if there is no improvement within 48 hours, or you see blood in the urine, or have a fever, or mid-back pain.

Stagnation - Any obstructive cause to urination, such as urine retention, prostate enlargement, kidney stones, inflammatory swelling of ureter, etc) can cause stagnation of urine.

Prevailing wisdom suggests 'flushing' the infection by drinking lots of fluids. But this can further irritate tissues. Instead, a constant trickle of antimicrobial herbs, by moderate drinking of soothing antimicrobial diuretics, may be preferred.

Inflammation / Irritation - Irritation arising from any of the above causes, as well as kidney stones, can lead to infection. Anti-inflammatories, soothing demulcents, restoratives, and vulneraries can help.

Hyperglycemia predisposes to yeast / fungi overgrowth, causing UTI. Causes of hyperglycemia include excess sugar consumption and diabetes.

When symptoms of a UTI are present, but the urine culture is sterile, it may be interstitial cystitis, an auto-immune condition. Food allergens are often overlooked as another cause of UTI. "Whenever I eat food I'm allergic to, my kidneys ache," note John Immel, founder of Joyful Belly.

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Everything you eat has an effect on your body, which Ayurveda categorizes in a simple and easy way, using biocharacteristics (gunas). Biocharacteristics are qualities (like cold and hot) that describe the effect a food or herb has on your body. Cooling foods like cucumber, decrease metabolism. Heating foods like chili pepper, stimulate your body and increase metabolism. For 'Bladder / Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)', you should select foods with the following biocharacteristics. Individual results will vary, based on your body type and the root cause of your imbalance.

Bowel Health:

General Laxative

GENERAL-LAXATIVE

Promotes a bowel movement. General laxative is an umbrella term that refers to several different types of laxatives.

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Cleanse & Detox:

Internal Detoxicant

INTERNAL-DETOXICANT

Liquefies, dissolves, decongests or dislodges internal stagnant toxins. Decongests the lymphatic system.

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Mind, Stress & Sleep:

Analgesic

ANALGESIC

Pain reliever, reduces pain without eliminating sensation. Also known as anodyne.

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Immune System:

Anti Inflammatory

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY

Reduces inflammation in the body. Different herbs and carriers target different body systems.

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Antimicrobial

ANTIMICROBIAL

An agent that kills microorganisms or inhibits their growth. Antimicrobial is an umbrella term that can be broken down into specific categories of target microorganism, such as anti-bacterials, fungals, and virals.

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Kidney & Urinary:

Diuretic

DIURETIC

Herbs that promote urine formation, thereby flushing the kidneys and urinary tract while eliminating any excess water retention. As diuretics reduce water retention, they are often used to reduce blood pressure.

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Urinary Tonic

URINARY-TONIC

An herb that tonifies and strengthens the urinary system. These can be helpful for urinary incontinence or improving function after a urinary tract infection. They can also strengthen the bladder to ward off a urinary tract infection.

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Weight Loss:

Lowers Blood Sugar

LOWERS-BLOOD-SUGAR

An herb that lowers blood sugar.

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Strength, Muscle Health:

Muscle Tonic

MUSCLE-TONIC

Herbs that strengthen and tone muscle tissue. Helpful for people recovering from long term illness and debility, or after a sprain.

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Other:

Cleanse And Detox

Subtaste:

Crunchy

CRUNCHY

Makes an audible noise when you eat them. Can provide fun texture variation.

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BLADDER / URINARY TRACT INFECTION (UTI) IS IN STAGE OF DISEASE #3 - ATTACKING TISSUE

If you have symptoms in this category it means that your imbalances are becoming stronger and weakening your body's resistance. Most people have a weakness in one or more organs. These areas of weakness are the 'weak link in the chain.' They are first to succumb when an imbalance reaches a tipping point. Repairing imbalances in this category often represent your last opportunity to prevent disease. At any moment, these imbalances could overwhelm weakened tissue and develop into a disease. You may feel pain or discomfort in the weakened area. At this stage you will need to support the weakened tissue with specialized foods and herbs for the weakened tissue. (See all disease stages on JB)

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