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For frequent urinary tract infection helps salt compresses and hip shaking

Anyone who has ever experienced cystitis knows that it is a very unpleasant and painful disease. Burning, frequent urge to urinate and pain in the lower abdomen can torment for several days. Doctors often prescribe antibiotics, but in milder or early stages, proven home methods can also help.

How to recognize cystitis?

Typical symptoms include frequent urination, burning or stinging during urination, lower abdominal pain and a feeling of incomplete emptying. In some cases, blood in the urine or a high temperature may also occur.

Infection often occurs after catching a cold, swimming in a pool or due to an inappropriate diet (excess sugar, dairy products or spicy foods). Psychological influences, especially stress, are also common.

What helps with cystitis?

1. Cranberries in any form

Cranberries are a classic – they prevent bacteria from sticking to the walls of the bladder. You can use them as juice, tablets, tinctures and dried fruits.

2. Garlic – a natural antibiotic

Garlic contains substances that destroy even the most resistant bacteria. Just include one clove in your diet every day.

3. Drink from baking soda

Dissolve a teaspoon of baking soda in a glass of water and drink twice a day. Baking soda reduces the acidity of urine and relieves burning.

4. Bearberry extract

A powerful herbal remedy containing arbutin stops the growth of bacteria. Take for a maximum of 3 days and if the condition does not improve, see a doctor.

5. “Shaking hips” after urination

After emptying your bladder, stand up and move your hips from side to side for 20 seconds. This helps to release residual urine that would otherwise promote infection.

6. Salt compress for the kidneys or lower abdomen

Wrap heated salt in a cotton bag and towel and apply to the kidney or lower abdomen area. The heat relieves pain and promotes regeneration.

When to see a doctor?

If symptoms worsen, fever, blood in the urine appear, or the infection recurs more frequently, definitely do not delay seeing a doctor.

Recipe for golden milk

Ingredients:

• 1 teaspoon fresh turmeric or ½ teaspoon ground turmeric
• 250 ml milk of your choice (cow's or plant-based)
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 pinch of cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil or butter (ghee)
• Honey for sweetening (optional)

directions:

1. Heat the milk over low heat.
2. If you are using fresh turmeric, mix it in a little water first, then add it to the milk.
3. Add the cinnamon and cayenne pepper. Let it simmer briefly (be careful not to let the milk boil).
4. Stir in the coconut oil or ghee.

Once cooled, season with honey if you want a sweeter version.

When to drink golden milk?

It is most often recommended at night before bed - it helps relax and regenerate the body. You can also drink it in the morning as needed, but not more than once a day.

Start with smaller doses to see how your body reacts.

Things to watch out for

• Turmeric can be irritating to sensitive stomachs – start with caution.
• Use only high-quality, unfiltered turmeric.
• If you have a chronic condition, allergies or are taking medication, consult your doctor before using golden milk.
• Do not exceed the recommended dosage.

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