Bladder infection

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.

Nutrient / Supplement	Helpful notes
Multi-vitamin Mineral supplement	contains vitamin E, vitamin B , vitamin C, garlic, copper, and zinc which are all helpful in both the treatment and prevention of bladder infection. These nutrients are required for general good health and well being.
Garlic	the herb Garlic also helps boost the immune system and is a natural antibiotic..
Bioflavonoids	bioflavonoids produce an antibacterial effect by the acidification of the urine
vitamin C	works with bioflavonoids to strengthen immune function
Frankincense resin	calms the body and has properties to cleanse the urinary system and it works well with the herb shepherd's purse.
Watercress	herb very good for kidney, liver, and bladder health.
Shepherd's Purse	this herb is good for blood flow issues as well as various forms of infection.
B vitamins	needed for good digestion and healthy nervous system
vitamin E	fights infectious bacteria and strengthens the body's immune system
Zinc	needed for body tissue repair and immune system
Copper	needed to help work with zinc

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All Information on this web page & pages linked to it are provided by GBS International training pack 1995/2002;
Dr. Mark Crapo nutritional seminars; The Herb Encyclopedia & Sara St.Louis RN, CIC, NP, MPA