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Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)

D-Mannose 

 

D-Mannose is an extract of certain plants, including cranberries.  It is believed to help get rid of urinary tract infections.  D-Mannose may be slightly more difficult to find in stores, so one product to try which has D-Mannose is NOW D-Mannose Healthy Urinary Tract. 

 

 

 

Goldenseal 

 

Goldenseal is a popular herb that contains a substance called berberine that can help fight UTIs.  It is better known as a strong immune system booster.  Like cranberry extract, it discourages bacteria from sticking to the lining of your urinary tract. This makes it easier for your body to heal from a UTI.  Some good brands to try are Solaray Goldenseal Capsules or Nature's Way Goldenseal Herb Capsules

 

 

 

Echinacea 

 

Echinacea is an herb that boosts immune function and also has antiseptic properties.  Because of this, it is often recommended for infections.  Before antibiotic use became widespread, Echinacea was a popular treatment for all sorts of infections.  Research indicates the above-ground portion of the Echinacea purpurea plant is best for fighting infections.     

 

It is very important to pay attention to quality when choosing an Echinacea supplement.  Tests by ConsumerLab.com on Echinacea supplements found that only 4 out of 11 brands tested contained what was listed on their labels.  According to their tests, these 2 passed muster:

 

Herbal Authority Echinacea

Nutrilite Triple Guard Echinacea

 

 

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