A study published on the website Healthline, about the effectiveness of cranberry in treating urinary tract infections, because it is a bacterial infection, especially among women, as it spreads among 50% of women, compared to 12% of men, and that up to 30% of girls suffer from recurrent urinary tract infections, which can It can greatly affect their health, so many people may resort to natural remedies to prevent and treat UTIs.
Cranberry juice supplements are the most popular natural remedy for UTIs, as they contain compounds such as phenolic acids and flavonoids, which may help treat and prevent UTIs. These compounds may interfere with bacteria’s ability to attach to the lining of the urinary tract, reduce inflammation, and modify gut bacteria, decreasing bacteria found in “reservoirs” in the bladder and digestive tract that can lead to urinary tract infections.
The report notes that cranberry juice supplementation may reduce the risk of recurring UTIs by 26%, with results from other studies also indicating that cranberry products, including cranberry juice, may help prevent UTIs, particularly Among women with a history of UTIs who have had gynecological surgeries in which a catheter was placed in the urethra to empty the bladder, cranberry supplements are a more concentrated source of active compounds thought to be beneficial in treating UTIs..
The report showed that women who had a history or repeated UTIs daily, for 24 weeks, had a 43% lower risk of UTIs when they took a high dose.
