Entering summer, the rate of urinary tract infections in women is 50 times higher than that of men, so female counterparts need to take protective measures to stay away from symptoms such as frequent urination, urgency, and pain. Here are some protective measures provided by the author, please continue reading.
Developing good habits to prevent urinary tract infections
1. Drink enough water
It is very important to consume 1500 to 2000 milliliters of water per day to ensure sufficient urine volume.
2. Wear loose cotton underwear
It is recommended to wear breathable and highly absorbent underwear, with pure cotton fabric being the best. At the same time, be careful not to wear underwear that is too small or too tight, as tight underwear can easily cause infections in the urinary or reproductive system.
3. Don't hold urine
It is best to urinate every two to three hours to avoid bacterial growth in the urinary tract. When feeling the urge to urinate, do not delay going to the toilet.
4. Pay attention to personal hygiene
Take frequent showers, change underwear regularly, pay attention to hygiene during sexual activity, and wipe clean from the vulva to the anus after defecating.
5. Avoid prolonged sitting
The bad habit of sitting for a long time can keep the external genitalia in a damp and hot state for a long time, accelerating bacterial growth.
6. Drink fruit juice or yogurt
Research has shown that women who regularly consume cranberry juice or yogurt can reduce the occurrence of urinary tract infections. In addition, consuming dairy products containing lactobacillus at least three times a week also helps women avoid urinary tract infections.
Symptoms of urinary tract infections
The most common symptoms of urinary tract infections in women are frequent urination, urgency, and pain during urination.
Solutions for urinary tract infections
Women with urinary tract infections should pay attention to drinking plenty of water and tea, urinate frequently, and avoid sexual activity during treatment. Avoid eating spicy, irritating, and cold foods. Choose mainly cotton and breathable underwear in daily life.
Food remedies for urinary tract infections
1. Winter melon soup
Ingredients: Winter melon as needed.
Instructions: Cook the winter melon and drink the soup, 3-5 times a day.
2. Immortal porridge
Ingredients: 100 grams of glutinous rice, 60 grams of Chinese yam, 15 grams of chives, white sugar as needed.
Instructions: Peel and slice the Chinese yam, cook the chives, glutinous rice, and Chinese yam in a pot to make porridge. When it is 60% cooked, add the Chinese yam slices and continue cooking until the porridge thickens. Add white sugar to taste. Eat on an empty stomach in the morning and evening, and drink a little hot yellow wine after eating for better effects.
Nutritional effects: Strengthen the spleen and kidneys, promote urination.
3. Mung bean porridge
Ingredients: 50 grams of mung beans, 50 grams of glutinous rice, white sugar as needed.
Instructions: Wash the mung beans and soak them in water for 8 hours. Boil them on high heat and then simmer until the mung beans burst. Add glutinous rice and continue cooking until soft. Add white sugar. Eat twice a day, one bowl each time, as breakfast and afternoon snack. Can be served cold in summer.
Nutritional effects: Diuretic.
4. Fresh lettuce salad
Ingredients: 250 grams of fresh lettuce, salt, and yellow wine as needed.
Instructions: Peel and wash the fresh lettuce, shred it, add salt and yellow wine, and mix well before eating.
Nutritional effects: Clears heat, cools blood, promotes urination, suitable for difficulty in urination and hematuria.
