Introduction
There are many natural herbs and supplements available to treat a bladder infection instead of taking a prescription medication. Herbal products and supplements are safe and readily available at the local health food store. Treatment using a herbal and supplements program can include using herbs that bestow acidifying properties, antiseptics, anti-inflammatories and urinary tract blends and tonics.
Types
Bearberry
A popular herbal treatment for bladder infections is bearberry. Bearberry is easy to find and comes in a capsule and supplement form. The bearberry plant is a century’s old remedy for bladder infections and is extremely effective. The recommended dosage is nine 500 mg capsules every day until the infection is gone.
Goldenrod
Goldenrod tea is another effective treatment for bladder infections. This tea is considered by many medical practitioners as the safest herbal treatment and supplement available. The tea is made by adding one teaspoon of dried goldenrod to one cup of water. Boil the goldenrod water for 15 minutes, then strain and drink the tea while it is hot. It is recommended that a bladder infection sufferer drinks three cups daily or until the infection is gone.
Corn Silk
Corn silk tea is new in the treatment and prevention of bladder infections. This tea is made by adding one teaspoon of dried corn silk to one cup of water. Boil the corn silk water for 10 minutes, then strain and drink the tea while it is hot. Drinking three cups a day will bring pain relief and will treat the infection. Continue this treatment until the infection is gone.
Cranberries
Cranberries and supplements have been used for centuries in the treatment of bladder and urinary tract infections. Cranberry juice acidifies urine, which eliminates the ability of bacteria to stick to the lining of the bladder. To reduce urinary tract issues and treat a bladder infection, take four capsules of cranberry extract daily or drink 16 ounces of cranberry juice daily.
Horsetail
Horsetail tablets and supplements prevent bacteria from attaching to the bladder wall. It also increases urination, which helps flush out bacteria. Another component of horsetail is its antibiotic properties that destroy cellular elements of bacteria. The recommended dosage is one tablet taken three times a day
Garlic
Garlic and supplements with garlic contain a natural antibiotic called allicin. Allicin works by demolishing the cellular elements of bacteria. Adding garlic to food and supplements will aid in the treatment and prevention of bladder infections.
Echinacea
Echinacea is a strong herb that increases immune system cells that fight off disease. Macrophage is found in Echinacea and is necessary in ridding the body of urinary tract bacteria, which cause bladder infections. The recommended dosage of Echinacea is two tablespoons twice daily until the infection is gone.
Tips and comments
- Herbs and supplements can be purchased online or at a local health food store.
- Continue any treatment plan until the infection is gone.
- Seek help from a physician if herbal remedies do not work.
- Discontinue using any treatment if an allergic reaction is observed.
