Cranberries and UTI
By hereandthere
@hereandthere (45651)
Philippines
September 18, 2017 10:07am CST
Lately, I noticed that when I get the urge to pee, it's more of a nuisance since there isn't much expelled.
Maybe it's a bout of UTI (urinary tract infection) so I bought some cranberry pills at the drugstore.
I've been taking it after meals once or twice a day for a few days now, and have noticed that each trip to the toilet takes longer now, so that's a relief.
I only bought one blister pack (10 pills). Don't know yet if I'll buy more after this.
For those who've had UTI (urinary tract infection), what works for you?
P.S. Here's some info I found about cranberries from the World's Healthiest Foods website in case you're interested:
"Recent research has shown that it's not the acidity of the cranberries, but the unusual nature of their proanthocyanidins (PACs) that is related to prevention of UTIs. The special structure of these PACs (involving A-type linkages between their components) acts as a barrier to bacteria that might otherwise latch on to the urinary tract lining."
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25 responses
@CinnamonGrl (7083)
• Santa Fe, New Mexico
18 Sep 17
I used to get a lot of bladder infections, and the cranberry thing just never worked for me. But I understand it does for some people. Good luck! Those infections are so uncomfortable.
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
18 Sep 17
i do plan to go to the doctor if it persists. what worked for you?
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
18 Sep 17
@CinnamonGrl i just want to delay the antibiotics a bit. so you don't get bladder infections anymore?
@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
18 Sep 17
yes, i'm a water drinker. no problem with that. i never liked buko juice, though.
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
19 Sep 17
@JustBhem when it comes to buko, i only like buko pie, buko ice candy and buko ice drop with monggo. when i see buko in fruit salad, i take them out. hehe.
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@JustBhem (70555)
• Davao, Philippines
18 Sep 17
@hereandthere
But it helps to clean all the toxins in your body. If you want to start your water treatment be sure not to take soft drinks and salty foods.
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@SIMPLYD (90722)
• Philippines
22 Sep 17
@hereandthere I will take note of that. 
it's been more than a decade since I last experienced having UTI. Maybe it's because I drink more than 8 glasses of water a day and keep urinating.
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
22 Sep 17
you can buy them from mercury or watson's. they have branded and generic.
@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
19 Sep 17
can you buy antibiotics without a prescription?
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
19 Sep 17
@LadyDuck yes, it's the same here.
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@LadyDuck (458230)
• Switzerland
19 Sep 17
@hereandthere No, you need a prescription from your doctor.
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
18 Sep 17
i had a nephew that had a urinary tract infection when he was young.
@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
18 Sep 17
@amadeo women do tend to get it more we have shorter urethras, so i was also surprised when my sister-in-law told me about it.
@amadeo (111948)
• United States
18 Sep 17
@hereandthere okay and thank you.Was not sure though never had this problem.
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@Courtlynn (66921)
• United States
18 Sep 17
I've gotten pills prescribed by my doctor when I've had a few.
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
18 Sep 17
the doctor usually prescribes antibiotics, but i'm trying to hold on a bit
@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
18 Sep 17
@Courtlynn maybe later this week after i've used up all the cranberry pills. i drink lots of water, too.
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@Courtlynn (66921)
• United States
18 Sep 17
@hereandthere well hope you get rid of it soon either way. But if its been days and still have it id say get to the doctor.
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@TiarasOceanView (70035)
• United States
18 Sep 17
OH so glad this helps you friend..
I have to take prescription medicine for my condition..but it works.
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
18 Sep 17
it seems to improve a bit (less toilet trips!) but i might still go after all the cranberry pills are gone.
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@TiarasOceanView (70035)
• United States
18 Sep 17
@hereandthere Yes you may need a few more.
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@Letranknight2015 (51532)
• Philippines
15 Oct 17
I don't know about that but for the moment I've been drinking water a lot more often than before, it helps.
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
18 Sep 17
it seems to be one of those superfoods. i will still go to the doctor if it doesn't clear up.
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@JudyEv (325854)
• Rockingham, Australia
19 Sep 17
@hereandthere That's a good idea.
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@ridingbet (66857)
• Philippines
20 Sep 17
i had difficulty in voiding last week, so i increase my water intake. i could take antibiotics but i have no prescription from my doctor.
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
20 Sep 17
i do drink water. i might go to the doctor after i use up all the cranberry pills.
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@ridingbet (66857)
• Philippines
21 Sep 17
@hereandthere water is still the best therapy for urinary tract infections.
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
28 Sep 17
yes, i'm a water drinker, too. i love that dish. so simple to make.
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@responsiveme (22926)
• India
19 Sep 17
though I know of the health benefits of cranberries they aren't available here. For UTI i heard the docs advice to drink lots of water.
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@almostoveryou (4221)
• Philippines
29 Sep 17
I consume a huge bottle of cranberry juice, drink lots of water, and eat plenty of yogurt. I get relief usually after a day on this regimen, but i continue the juice for at least 3 days. I also avoid drinking anything hot, especially coffee, as it seems to worsen the cramps.
When i was a kid, my mama would give me pure coconut juice from the market (no sugar added) or boil corn hair (?) And have me drink the infused water. They did work.
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
30 Sep 17
i know buko juice is good, and there's a stand here with sacks of coconuts, but i never liked buko except buko pie, buko ice candy and buko ice drop. hehe. i've always been a water drinker and buy yogurt once in a while. i don't get cramps, though. your regimen is worth following.
@almostoveryou (4221)
• Philippines
1 Oct 17
@hereandthere I also avoid wearing skimpy clothes like tight pants or shorts and try to wear air-cool clothes made of cotton. If you do not have cramps, perhaps what you have is urinary incontinence and not UTI. I hope you feel better soon.
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@hereandthere (45651)
• Philippines
20 Sep 17
i notice that nuts fill you up that you can forego dinner.
thanks for the head's up!
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@KrauseHome (36448)
• United States
22 Sep 17
I have actually heard especially for Diabetics or people who suffer from a lot of UTI's that Cranberry juice and the pills is a Good thing to keep on hand and use. I know from time to time I drink the juice especially the Pomegranite Cranberry juice. But I do have the pills on hand if I really need them.
@Macarrosel (7498)
• Philippines
18 Sep 17
Do we need doctor's prescription in buying such pills? I had UTI before but my doctor prescribed some other medicines.
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@MissNikki (5237)
• Maple Ridge, British Columbia
22 Sep 17
From what I have heard, cranberry is good for UTI's. Hope you feel better soon 
