There are many home remedies for UTI (Urinary tract infections) these days, and some of them are really effective in many cases. Here we will present you some of these.
Urinary tract infections (UTI) are the most common diseases of the urinary system, and mostly affect women. Depending on the cause, can be very persistent so usually a long-term treatment is required.
Unfortunately, there isn’t a one hundred percent protection against urinary tract infections, but there are natural home remedies for UTI, that alleviate the symptoms and treat the infection when it already exists.
Plants such as cranberry, parsley, birch, have many healing properties, but their effect is most prized when urinary infections come in question.
1. Cranberries
Cranberries are very effective and powerful in treatment of many types of infections, though these red berries became a hit when scientists discovered their beneficial effect on inflammation of the UTI, caused by E. coli.
The bacteria adhere to the walls of the urinary tract, but the effects of cranberry prevents them attach to the walls, so it’s much easier for the body to expel them through the urine.
Preparation: In 0.5 l of water cook 30g of cranberry. Drink three times a day, one cup of hot tea, after every meal.
You can also check some of the many health benefits of cranberries here on the following link: Cranberries – The health leader among fruits
2. Parsley
Parsley tea is excellent for detoxification and removal of excess fluid from the body, and though, it is one of the best home remedies for UTI.
Preparation: Put one to two teaspoons of root or dried leaves of parsley in a cup of boiling water, drink the tea while it is still warm. Drink three cups a day, after your meals.
3. Birch tea
Preparation: Place a handful of dried leaves of birch in a cup of boiling water, let it stand for ten minutes, then strain. Drink four cups a day between meals. After the tea, drink one glass of water.
Check this excellent article about the birch sap and its healing powers here on this link: Birch Sap – Natural Cure for Kidney Stones
4. Bearberry tea
Known as bearberry tea among people (Arctostaphylos uva ursi), mainly used as a medicament for the treatment of urinary infections. Although, the mechanism of its effects are still unknown, it has been shown to prevent the spread of bacteria and reduces inflammation. Because of its diuretic action, it helps in expelling the bacteria from the body.
Preparation: Pour one tablespoon of dried leaves with 250 ml. boiling water, let it stand for 15 minutes then strain. Drink on cup of this tea, three times a day, without any sugar addition.
very useful informations. Thanks.
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Venkatachalam