Question 1

how are cranberry juice and urinary infections linked?

Accepted Answer

Cranberry juice: It can alter the molecular structure on the bacteria, which prevents them from adhering to the surface of the bladder & urinary tract. It also changes the ph of the bladder making it more acidic.

Question 2

how does cranberry juice help in the case of urinary infections?

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Let me try : Some studies show that certain antioxidants in cranberries change the bacteria so that they can't stick to the urinary tract. Another idea is that cranberries create a teflon-like slippery coating on the urinary tract walls that prevents e. Coli from getting a good grip.

Question 3

for past few weeks on and off i have been getting water infections. no pain when going to loo but i'm going more often. tried cranberry juice. ?

Accepted Answer

EXAM: See your DR, get a UA done and find out if it is UTI or something else causing the problem

Question 4

help please! is cranberry juice good for infections?

Accepted Answer

Preventing UTI: Cranberry juice contains proanthocyanidins which interfere with bacteria adhhering to bladder lining. This significantly reduces the risk of bacteria causing a urinary infection because they are eliminated with urination. Acidic affect of cranberry juice may help to to overcome an estrablished uti, but is by no means a cure or substitute for antibiotics in spite of claims by some non-physicians.

Question 5

what do you advise if i was wondering if cranberry juice can cause a urnie infection?

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Cranberry Juice/UTI: The answer is controversial.  There is some data to suggest that cranberry juice acts to decrease the ability of certain bacteria to adhere to the lining of the urinary tract.  Some urologists suggest it, others dont.

Question 6

is cranberry juice good for a yeast infection?

Accepted Answer

That is used as: A preventive for a urinary tract infection. Cranberry juice contains a lot of sugar which may feed the yeast.

Question 7

can cranberry juice cocktail help urinary infections?

Accepted Answer

Some say it does: A lot people say it help prevent the urinary tract infection.

Question 8

does cranberry juice really help with bladder infections?  why?  thanks

Accepted Answer

Yes: It has to do some chemicals in cranberry juice basicay being a natural antibiotic for common bacteria causing UTI's. maybe it gets concentrated in the urine as its excreted by the body. Hope this helps!

Question 9

i suffer from urinary infections. how much cranberry juice should i drink?

Accepted Answer

No magic amount: There's no agreement on an ideal quantity.  In general, increasing fluid intake is a good idea.  Try to stick to unsweetened juices to minimize unwanted calories.

Question 10

cranberry juice for bladder infection?

Accepted Answer

Get antibiotic: Cranberry juice may help in preventing infection, but if you have one, see your doctor for an antibiotic to prevent the infection from spreading to your kidney.

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