What food to eat during UTIS

New Delhi: An infection in any part of the urinary system, the kidneys, bladder or urethra. Urinary infection is most common among women. They usually occur in the bladder or in the urethra, but more serious infections involve the kidney.

The painful situation is not only uncomfortable, but it can also be dangerous leading to kidney disorders.

In such a case, one must contact the doctor immediately. Doctors treat this disease through antibiotics. The biggest question is how one will identify that they are suffering from UTIs.

Here are the symptoms:

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are typically more common in women, but anyone can experience them. If you suspect you have a UTI, monitor for these symptoms:

• Strong, persistent urge to pee
• Burning sensation when urinating
• Passing frequent, small amounts of urine
• Nausea
• Cloudy urine
• Red, pink, or cola-coloured urine (signs of blood in the urine)
• Foul-smelling urine
• Pain and pressure within the abdomen
• Pain during intercourse
• Fever and chills
• Pelvic pain, in women (around the centre of the pelvis and around the pubic bone)

What to eat?

* Berry: It is believed that having cranberries, and raspberries can help fight UTIs as they contain proanthocyanidin, which has been shown to prevent infection-causing bacteria from adhering to the lining of the urinary tract.

*Probiotic-rich food: Greek Yogurt, Pickle, and Sauerkrat can help combat infection

*High-fiber fruits: High-fibre fruits such as bananas, lentils, nuts and oats can remove bacteria from the body.

*Salmon: Omega 3 fatty acids, fish oil can reduce inflammation