Tag Archive for 'Urinary tract infection'

In the systematic review of 18 randomized clinical trials, interventions of increased water intake (or decreased intake in one study) were associated with statistically significant greater weight loss and fewer nephrolithiasis events; single studies suggested benefits related to migraine prevention, urinary tract infection, diabetes control, and hypotension but did not reach statistical significance. Image credit: Günter.

Drinking Plenty of Water Can Provide Number of Health Benefits, New Review Says

Nov 28, 2024 by News Staff

Drinking enough water can help with weight loss and prevent kidney stones, as well as migraines, urinary tract infections and low blood pressure, according...

People who drink cranberry juice are 54% less likely to develop urinary tract infections. Image credit: The Loves of Eirlys.

Drinking Cranberry Juice Reduces Risk of Urinary Tract Infections, New Study Suggests

Jul 23, 2024 by News Staff

While increased liquids reduce the rate of urinary tract infections (UTIs) compared with no treatment, cranberry in liquid form provides even better clinical...

Cranberries contain proanthocyanidins, which inhibit the adherence of Escherichia coli to the urothelial cells lining the bladder. Image credit: David Mark.

Cranberry Product Consumption Reduces Risk of Symptomatic UTIs in Women

Apr 20, 2023 by Enrico de Lazaro

Cranberries — as cranberry juice, tablets or capsules — have been used for many years to prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs). They contain...