Depending on the severity of a urinary tract infection, you may be able to cure it at home and save a trip to the doctor. Those who have had a UTI will undoubtedly recognize the symptoms immediately if an infection develops.
Instructions
1. Cut caffeine completely from your diet. Have acetaminophen handy for any caffeine withdrawal headaches. Caffeine is a huge problem for UTIs. Don't take any Excedrin or headache medicines that contain caffeine. Check the ingredient lists beforehand.
2. Drink at least 10 glasses or bottles of water during the day. You will urinate more often, so be prepared. Typically with these infections you feel the urge to go constantly anyway. Urinating more often reduces the burning sensation that comes along with feeling like you have to "go" but nothing comes out.
3. Drink 100 percent pure cranberry juice and/or pomegranate juice. Drink a minimum of 4 full glasses throughout the day. Make sure you have the 100 percent juice, not the juice cocktails.
4. Take Echinacea vitamins, according to the directions on the bottle. Echinacea is a powerful vitamin that helps build one's immune system. Many holistic doctors and those who prefer alternative treatments believe Echinacea is nature's antiobiotic.
5. Sleep as much as you can. Whenever your body has an infection, works hard at fighting it. This can make your body tired. By getting plenty of rest, you can keep your immune system working hard to fight the infection.
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