Herbs that can be used for Urinary Tract Infection

What is Urinary Tract Infection?

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection in any part of the urinary system, i.e. kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra. It commonly occurs due to the entry of bacteria from the skin, rectum, vagina into the urethra. The infection usually remains confined to the bladder (cystitis) but can spread towards the kidneys (pyelonephritis) and cause severe complications and pain.

Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infection

Urinary tract infection does not pose any prominent signs and symptoms but when it is usually accompanied by:

Strong urge to urinate
Cloudy urine appearance
Burning sensation while urinating
Blood-tinged urine
Strong-smelling urine
Pelvic pain in women
Passing small amounts of urine in several sittings

3 Herbs Recommended for Urinary Tract Infection

Dandelion

Dandelion root is time and time again used for the treatment of recurrent urinary tract infections, especially in women. Its beforehand use can prevent the risk of developing any urinary tract infection. It promotes healthy blood flow that induces urination by provoking the kidneys to enhance the glomerular filtration rate that ultimately helps in flushing out excessive toxin build-up. Use Dandelion Root Tincture, doctored according to your needs, up to 3 times a day in water or tea for reducing the chances of contracting UTIs.

Yarrow

Yarrow is used as a urinary tract antiseptic, majorly indicated for the treatment of infection in the bladder (cystitis). Use Yarrow Tincture to cure urinary tract infections, restore the tone of the bladder, ease the spasms of the bladder, confront incontinence, and support the treatment of bladder cancer. Its antimicrobial action knocks down the infective bladder bacteria and reduces the risk of recurrent infection by strengthening the walls of the bladder.