Cystitis: what are the foods to prefer and which ones to avoid

Cystitis. Can it be prevented and combated with food? And if so what are the foods to prefer and which ones to avoid? let's discover the suitable diet to fight this infection

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Cystitis. It can be prevented and fight with nutrition? And in case what are they which foods to prefer and which ones to avoid? We have already talked about what cystitis is and the most common symptoms that can appear if you suffer from this infection, but now we want to focus on the possibility of promoting healing by consuming some foods and drinks rather than others.

Beyond the natural remedies for cystitis, it also exists a recommended diet to combat this urinary tract infection in its acute phase but also in prevention, especially if the problem has been recurring for some time.

It is a diet rich in water and liquids in general, as well as fresh food such as fruits and vegetables and low in simple sugars or other substances that tend to increase inflammation.

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CYSTITIS, THE RECOMMENDED FOODS

Acqua

In case of cystitis it is first necessary to increase the water intake. If you normally drink about 1 and a half liters of water a day, it is necessary when the urinary tract is inflamed reach at least 2 liters (better 3) in this way the bacteria that are causing the problem are diluted and more easily excreted through the urine. If you can't drink enough water, you can also help with some diuretic teas, green tea, fruit-flavored water or fruit and vegetable extracts.

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Cystitis: what are the foods to prefer and which ones to avoid

Blueberries

All fruit is always recommended but in particular blueberries have proved to be excellent allies of the body that has to fight cystitis. These small fruits, in fact, have a great anti-inflammatory power and in particular cranberries they are ideal against inflammation of the urinary tract because they prevent bacteria from adhering to the mucosal walls and therefore prevent them from reproducing.

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Vegetables of all kinds

Vegetables are also particularly recommended in case of cystitis especially the one rich in water such as salad, cucumbers, chard, celery and carrots. It is also very important to eat it as raw as possible or to choose light cooking methods such as steam cooking.

Whole grains

When you suffer from cystitis, but in reality almost always, it is better to prefer the consumption of whole grains. The refined ones, in fact, with which white pasta, white bread, etc. are made. contribute to turn up inflammation in our body.

Probiotic foods

In case of cystitis it can be of great help to take probiotic foods that can help the intestine to strengthen its functions and in this way therefore also support the immune system which are also present in this organ. Not only yogurt but also fermented foods such as sauerkraut, kefir and miso.

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CYSTITIS, THE FOODS TO AVOID

Coffee and alcohol

Very exciting substances such as coffee and alcohol are particularly not recommended in case of cystitis as they contribute to inflame the urinary tract already proven by bacterial infection. Therefore to be avoided as much as possible at least in the acute phase of the disease.

Chocolate and sweets

Alas even chocolate is a contributing food irritate and inflame. Therefore, it should be avoided when the first symptoms of cystitis appear. Simple sugars as well as refined carbohydrates worsen the symptoms of cystitis as bacteria and even fungi are greedy for these substances. Therefore, desserts, bread and white pasta, etc. should be avoided.

Cheeses, sausages and other very fatty foods

Cheeses and high-fat foods are the result of difficult digestion and are therefore not recommended not only in case of cystitis but whenever the body is already tried by some problem.

Spicy spices

Chilli and pepper in the first place are to be avoided when you suffer from cystitis, in this case they can increase the burning sensation and the degree of inflammation of the urinary tract.

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