Natural remedy to prevent and treat Cystitis, UTI and Bladder Infections - Safe for children

Urinary tract infection (UTI) usually occurs when bacteria enter the opening of the urethra and multiply in the urinary tract. The urinary tract includes the two kidneys, ureters (tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder), the bladder itself, and urethra (tube that carries urine from the bladder to the urethral opening).

The special connection of the ureters at the bladder help prevent urine from backing up into the kidneys, and the flow of urine through the urethra helps to eliminate bacteria. Men, women, and children can develop UTIs.

Urinary tract infections usually develop first in the lower urinary tract (urethra, bladder) and, if not treated, progress to the upper urinary tract (ureters, kidneys). Bladder infection (Cystitis) is by far the most common UTI. Infection of the urethra is called Urethritis.

The urinary system is especially designed to guard against infection. Normally urine is sterile and the flow of urine from the bladder usually helps to wash bacteria out of the body. A healthy immune system also plays a vital role in the prevention of all infections, including UTI's.

• Diarrhea
• Excessive crying that cannot be resolved by typical measures (e.g., feeding, holding)
• Loss of appetite
• Fever
• Nausea and vomiting

Older children may experience the following symptoms with UTI:

• Flank or lower back pain (with a kidney infection)
• Frequent urination
• Inability to produce more than a small amount of urine at a time
• Incontinence
• Pain in the abdomen or pelvic area
• Painful urination (dysuria)
• Urine that is cloudy or has an unusual smell

Although antibiotics certainly have their place, there are three main problems with antibiotic use for urinary tract infections:

1. Due to the frequency of antibiotic use for UTI's and other infections, bacteria are developing a resistance to the antibiotics, making them less and less effective. The 'smarter' the antibiotics become, the 'smarter' are the bacteria, which mutate to avoid the effects of the antibiotics.

2. Frequent use of antibiotics will also affect immune system functioning. As we have seen above, a healthy immune system is important in the prevention of UTI's. This means that the antibiotics that are used to cure a UTI, may make another infection more likely in the near future.

3. Some antibiotics can discolour the enamel of children's teeth and may also contribute to the development of thrush or systemic candida.

Using the knowledge and experience of experts in the field of natural and indigenous medicine, Feelgood Health has developed UTI-Clear - a unique formula containing a total of seven therapeutic herbs, especially selected to relieve the symptoms of UTI and promote the health of the urinary system.

• Agothosma betulina (buchu) is a urinary antiseptic and possesses diuretic properties. Buchu has been used by the natives of the Western Cape of Southern Africa for many centuries. Early Dutch settlers used buchu to make a brandy tincture and Boegoebrandewyn (buchu brandy) is still used today to treat many disorders.
• Arctostaphylos uva-ursi has been shown to kill bacteria in the urine.
• Achillea millifolium contains alkamides and volatile oils rich in sesquiterpene lactones which act as an anti-inflammatory.
• Melissa officinalis (lemon balm) is indigenous to the Eastern Mediterranean region but is widespread throughout Africa. It is often used as a general nervous system restorative, digestive calminative and to reduce blood pressure. It acts as an anti-viral and its active ingredients include volatile oil (including citronella), tannins, flavinoids, tocopherols and choline.
• Avena sativa is used as a restorative and nutritive tonic and as a diuretic.
• Hypericum perforatum is used for viral and bacterial infections.
• Echinacea angustifolia increases body resistance to infection and has a powerful antiseptic action.
• Vaccinium myrtillus (billberry) contains anthocyanosides, a potent bioflavonoid complex with antioxidant properties.

Directions:

Children: Dilute 1 drop per age year of the child in a little water or juice. Continue for 5 - 7 days.
Adults: Take 15 drops in a little water or juice 3 times per day.

• Encourage your child to drink plenty of water daily. Remember that urine flushes out bacteria from the urinary tract and therefore prevents infection. Sufficient water every day is necessary for regular urination.
• Cranberry juice has also been shown to act as a urinary antiseptic and to promote bladder health.
• Avoid the use of scented soaps to wash girl children's vaginas.
• Cotton underwear is the best choice.
• Teach girl children to wipe themselves from front to back after a bowel movement.