Will drinking cranberry juice get rid of a urinary track infections? How much is needed?
363144
yes, drink about 2 to 3 cups a day
642934
Well it's has been shown to be beneficial to the urinary tract. I guess all of the plumbing is connected. It will help if you have a urinary tract infection, but you should never take infections lightly, if you feel burning or discomfort when you urinate, you should see your doctor. Some conditions if left untreated by a medical professional can lead to more damage or illness. \n\nI believe the acidic content helps to clear ecoli bacteria from the urinary tract is what you will find if you read about it on an herbal remedy web page. They also sell cranberry concentrate in the herbal section of your department store. It does help, but it's not a substitute for a medical evaluation or treatment if you are already feeling ill. \n\nGood luck!
824429
Cranberry juice does not really do alot believe me.I have on going water infections,i was told to drink 3 glasses aday by my gp,when i got referred to the urology dept and saw the consultant he said that cranberry juice does not really do nothing at all just drink plenty off water to flush it all through.I have been drinking cranberry for 2 years now and i still have problems.You need to see your gp and see if he will put you on a course of anti-biotics this will treat the infection.If you still have on going problems he should refer you.Good Luck
1003194
They're pretty helpful.  They make your urine more acidic so bacteria cannot adhere to the walls of your urinary tract.  Take a bunch at a time (4 or 5) when you feel like a UTI might be coming on, and they'll probably ward off the infection.  Good luck.
1156248
acidophilus (spelling might be wrong) it's actually a bacteria that helps to replenish your normal flora so it can fight the yeast infection.  Cranberry Juice helps, just because it helps to make the area a deadly pH for yeast... but there's aways vagisil to help with the itching and burning while you wait... but the natural way will take longer than the MD way and it's not always guaranteed to work the first time... the key is prevention.
285720
Cure? .. well maybe not, but I drink this horrible tasting herb, called Uva Ursi. You can buy it in tea form at Whole Foods or hopefully any natural grocery store. Also try setting a ridiculous goal for yourself - like drinking a big glass of water on the hour, every hour. Yeah, having to pee all the time sucks - but so do infections! Did you tell your doctor that the anitbiotics weren't working? You might have a resistant strain of something, maybe they can just prescribe something different for you, without you having to actually go back to their office. \nGood luck....
156970
Drink cranberry juice or take cranberry supplements (you can find them with the vitamins).\n\nIf you want the cranberry juice, it can be any flavor (like cran-apple or cran-raspberry).  I usually buy 64 oz and drink it in one day.
16083
Cranberry juice works very well.  Drink lots of cranberry juice.  Not cranberry blend, but cranberry juice.
915665
It sounds like a urinary tract infection.  You should be checked by a doctor to be safe.  In the mean time, make sure you drink plenty of fluids.  Cranberry juice is especially good for your urinary system.  Good luck
757801
The most common cause of UTI are bacteria from the bowel that live on the skin near the rectum or in the vagina which can spread and enter the urinary tract through the urethra. \n\nOnce these bacteria enter the urethra they travel upwards causing infection in the bladder and sometimes other parts of the urinary tract. \n\nSexual intercourse is a common cause of urinary tract infections because the female anatomy can make women more prone to urinary tract infections. During sexual intercourse bacteria in the vaginal area is sometimes massaged into the urethra by the motion of the penis.\n\nAnother cause of bladder infections or UTI is waiting too long to urinate. The bladder is a muscle that stretches to hold urine and contracts when the urine is released. Waiting very long past the time you first feel the need to urinate causes the bladder to stretch beyond its capacity which over time can weaken the bladder muscle. When the bladder is weakened it may not empty completely and some urine is left in the bladder which may increase the risk of urinary tract infection or bladder infection. \n\nAntibiotics cure typical bladder infections. Drinking cranberry juice or taking cranberry pills can reduce your chances of getting a bladder infection or help cure it if you already have one.
950333
Yes they actually do help. I have had UTI's since I was 13...I am 21 now so I know exactly how it is, I would usually have them at least once a month.....the only thing that will really completly get rid of it will be antibiotics. But the cranberry tablets deffinently help prevent it. At the stores like CVS and Walgreens they also have a UTI medicine that causes it not to hurt anymore....turns your urine like a dark orange color but it really works
898320
Cranberry is very good for all bladder complaints. Either in fruit juice form or fresh/frozen.\n\nAvoid acidic foods like citrus and Rhubarb.
1117866
Sounds like a urinary tract infection. Drink lots of water and cranberry juice.
207288
That is a bummer you have to worry about that. I smoke and never have a problem with testing. I own and operate my own business. \n\nBut to your question....Drink lots of water and cranberry juice. Jog every night untill that day comes. There is shit out there to clean your pee but have no idea if it will work or waste your money. My mom always told me to drink about 1/4 cup of vinager and lots of water the night before your test!\n\nGood luck! I'll smoke it up for you! lol
776509
Lots of cranberry juice, water, eat blueberries (actually better for a UTI than cranberries).  \n\nSeriously though, you need an antibiotic.  AZO is meant as temporary relief until you can get to a doctor.  If left untreated, you could cause severe damage to yourself.
306438
You could have a UTI (urinary tract infection.) It's very common with women and will go away with some antibiotics. Also, drink lots of water and cranberry juice. If that's what it is, drinking cranberry juice especially will help prevent them in the future.
539220
There is no way to cure a UTI without antibiotics.  Cranberry juice can help flush it out, but it will not cure it.  Also drinking plenty of fluids can help, and there is AZO which is over the counter to treat any discomfort you may have, but this can only be used for a maximum of 2 days.  You really need to see a doctor for an exam and treatment.