Some people are eager for “natural ways” to cure their ailments, including a urinary tract infection (UTI). The truth is, you’re unlikely to get rid of a UTI by eating or drinking something specific. Often, antibiotics are necessary to get rid of the bacteria and help you feel better.
That said, there are some foods and drinks that may worsen UTI symptoms, and some that may help you feel a little better. Learn what to eat and drink to help your UTI recovery, according to Stacia Woodcock, PharmD, Pharmacy Editor at GoodRx.
Stacia Woodcock, PharmD, is a pharmacy editor for GoodRx. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from the University of Kentucky and is licensed in New York and Massachusetts.
References
Bono, M. J., et al. (2022). Urinary tract infection. StatPearls.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2024). Urinary tract infection basics.
MedlinePlus. (2022). Urinary tract infection - adults.
National Association for Continence. (n.d.). Bladder irritants and your diet.
National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (2017). Eating, diet, & nutrition for bladder infection in adults.
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