M
en are more
likely to die
from cirrhosis,
Parkinson’s disease,
colon cancer, and
physical injuries.
But certain serious
conditions are known
to target women
exponentially more
often than men. Here
are six of the most
common.1
URINARY TRACT
INFECTIONS
The main reason women get more UTIs?
Simple anatomy. Because the urethra—
the duct through which urine passes
from the body—is shorter in women and
closer to the anus, it’s easier for bacteria
to migrate into the urinary tract and
cause infections. Birth control methods,
such as diaphragms or spermicides, and
irritating feminine products can also
contribute to the problem. To protect
against UTIs, wipe from front to back
after using the bathroom, empty
your bladder as soon as possible after
intercourse, and drink plenty of water—
several studies have linked low urine
output with increased risk of UTIs.Supplemental support:
k CRANBERRIES, in juice or capsules, are
rich in proanthocyanidins, which may
prevent bacteria, especially E. coli,
from adhering to urinary tract cells.
k GOLDENSEAL, a potent antimicrobial
herb, also helps keep bacteria away
from the bladder wall.
k VITAMIN C increases the acidity of
the urine, which helps kill bacteria.
According to a study published in
Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica
Scandinavica, 100 mg of vitamin C per
day (along with iron and folic acid)
signifi cantly reduced UTI risk among
pregnant women. Drinking hibiscus
tea (rich in vitamin C) is also a good
idea—a 2016 study looked at hibiscus
tea for UTIs and kidney infl ammation
and found it to be eff ective.
k PROBIOTICS balance the urogenital fl ora
and can signifi cantly reduce the risk of
recurrent UTIs.
k D-MANNOSE, a type of sugar sold in
powdered form, has been shown to
help inhibit E. coli from sticking to
the bladder wall.TRY:
Kyo-Dophilus
Cran+ Probiotics
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