Overcoming a Weak Bladder, UTIs & Cystitis Most women will have suffered at least once from incontinence caused by a variety of reasons and most commonly because of a urinary tract infection (UTI), cystitis or overactive bladder. Bladder control issues can leap from moderate (or nonexistent) to severe with the onset of menopause, especially for women who never experienced childbirth. Incontinence may not be entirely avoidable particularly as we get older, but it is certainly treatable, and there are very effective natural alternatives, both to prevent and to find relief from female bladder problems. What is female urinary incontinence?
A sudden urge to go, leaking urine and frequent urination are all forms of urinary incontinence, which is generally defined as a lack of bladder control. While there are many causes, the most basic is a gradual weakening of the pelvic nerves, organs and muscles that are meant to work together to control urination. A lot can change in the course of a lifetime. Inner pelvic muscles stretch and atrophy with age, pregnancy, gravity and trauma. Muscles lose their elasticity from lack of use and loss of oestrogen. Organs actually move around, often pressing on the bladder itself. In some cases the bladder or urethra becomes damaged or chronically inflamed and malfunctions. Scarring from surgery, injury or infection may disrupt the natural alignment of the organs inside the pelvic area. Are there safe natural options?
Yes there are a range of herbs specifically to prevent, negate or eliminate the various types of bladder problems mentioned above. Uri Aid is a formulation of those proven most effective for women. The combination works to tone up the bladder sphincter and the bladder itself and quite quickly begins to reverse bladder leakage problems. It also tones up reproductive system ligaments and other connective tissue in cases of uterine prolapse, which is involved in pressure induced incontinence. Finally there are specialist herbs that overcome irritations and infections in the bladder and urinary tract. Bearberry is used to treat urinary tract infections, cystitis (bladder inflammation), and kidney stones. The hydroquinone derivative, arbutin, is the chief active compound in bear berry. It is absorbed in the stomach and converted into a substance with antimicrobial, astringent, and disinfectant properties. During urination, as it passes out of the body, it acts on the mucus membranes of the urinary tract to soothe irritation, reduce inflammation, and fight infection. Buchu acts directly upon the urinary tract, stimulating the kidneys, and increasing both the watery and solid constituents by its tonic and restorative influence. It is a urinary antiseptic and possesses diuretic properties. It relieves irritation of the bladder and urethra, and is valuable in catarrh of the bladder, pyelitis and gonorrhea. In chronic cases of irritable bladder it has long been used, especially if caused by persistent excess of uric acid. Urtica dioica is a mild diuretic, parts of which are used extensively to treat urinary tract conditions such as bladder infections. Red Raspberry is loaded with calcium, iron, phosphorus and potassium, and brimming with vitamins B, C and E, is a storehouse of nutrients. It is a highly regarded as a female tonic due to the high content of fragrine, an alkaloid which strengthens the entire pelvic region, most especially the uterus and ovaries. Gravel root is a good diuretic and helps prevent kidney stones and bladder/kidney infections. This herb's properties help to reduce swelling while providing a mild tonic/stimulant for the whole body. Dandelion Root has many great health benefits and is a good all round tonic for all organs in the body. It reduces fluid retention and detoxifies the gallbladder, spleen, bladder, kidney, liver, stomach, and pancreas. It improves and enriches blood flow to benefit tissues and reduce blood toxicity, and infection. Also anti-cancerous, treats high blood pressure by reducing fluid retention, removes waste products from the liver and gallbladder, benefits constipation and gout, dissolves gallstones, and removes toxins in urine. Manganese is a mineral needed for healthy bones, cartilage and skin, and deficiency of which can be at the root of your pelvic weakness. Cranberry is well known for helping to overcome urinary tract infections and the concentrated extract in this formulation would require you to eat approx two cupfuls of berries alone! Triticum is a useful remedy in the treatment of urinary infections such as cystitis, urethritis and prostatitis. Its demulcent properties soothe irritation and inflammation. A magic product that by promoting the release of fluids from the tissues, overcomes infections and reduces any need for the urgent need to urinate. |
