Try any of these natural easy remedies for UTI ( Urinary Tract Infection ). It is one of the most common ailments, that affects a lot of people irrespective of age, gender etc. Though there are a lot of reasons for UTI, the most important one is insufficient intake of water.
Always remember that prevention is better than cure. Definitely, we can keep away this problem to a certain extent by consuming sufficient quantity of water.
However, we can get rid of UTI easily using natural ingredients that are readily available in our kitchen. Besides, a lot of herbs found in our yards are equally good. Definitely I will share with you a few of them, that I personally tried and found effective.
Dried fruits of Puncture vine (Njerinjil in Malayalam)
Botanical name: Tribulus terrestris
We can buy dried fruits of Puncture vine from almost all shops that sell herbal products. Especially at a very reasonable price. A few years back, I was also suffering badly from frequent attacks of UTI and tried a lot of remedies that didn’t work. Finally, after getting this recipe from a health magazine, things changed amazingly. Definitely you too can try this recipe, that is quite easier.
How to prepare
Ingredients
| Dried fruits of Puncture vine | 2 tbsp |
| Water | 1 litre |
STEPS
First, wash the dried fruits in water. Remember that the thorny fruits may harm your hands. Hence, either put on gloves or use a filter spoon while handling it. Then add the dried fruits of Puncture vine to the water in a pan and bring it to boil. Keep on the flame for a few more minutes, allow it to cool and filter the decoction.
Consume it little by little, several times a day. Indeed, you can see the result within two or three days. Gradually you can stop it and return to your normal routine.You can also buy powdered form of this dried fruits from Ayurvedic medical shops.
Arrowroot powder.
It is a soothing agent and can minimize the pain caused due to the infection of the urinary tracts. Also it is considered as a natural antiseptic and hence regular intake can prevent recurrence of infection. We can buy Arrowroot powder form medical shops
How to prepare
Ingredients
| Arrowroot powder | 1 tsp |
| Water | 2 glasses |
| Milk | 1/2 glass |
| Sugar | As needed |
STEPS
First, dissolve the arrowroot powder in water. Add milk and sugar. Then boil on a medium flame with constant stirring to prevent forming lumps.
Consume it either warm or cold. ( Milk and sugar are optional and hence you can avoid adding it if not needed ). Have it twice daily, till you feel better.
Barley water- Natural Easy Remedy for UTI.
No doubt, Barley water is one of the best diuretics that can keep UTI at bay. Definitely, consuming it frequently cleanses your body by flushing out all the toxins as well as excess deposits of minerals.
How to prepare
Ingredients
| Barley grains | 1 tbsp |
| Water | 2 liters |
| Lemon juice, salt and sugar (optional) | as needed |
Wash and add barley grains into water. Bring it to boil well and keep it aside for cooling. Filter the barely water, add lemon juice, salt and sugar. Consume at regular intervals, preferably 15 to 20 minuets.Of course, you will get relief within a few days. You can continue consuming it for a few more days.Usually there are no side effects for consuming barley water longer.Try any of these natural and easy remedies next time, when you have an attack of UTI.
Mentioned above are only home remedies and not alternatives for medication. Remember that there are a lot of common symptoms for different ailments. Hence, never hesitate to consult your physician, if the home remedy is not working.
