How to Treat UTI's in Runners Naturally

Are you a runner or jogger that gets frequent UTI's? If so, your frequent infections may be connected to your form of exercise. Sometimes, when the body is jarred from the motion of jogging or running, the runner experiences a higher than normal rate of UTI's. This can be compounded by hydration issues. Learn how to treat and naturally prevent UTI's in women runners.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• sports drinks
• dried cranberries

1. Incorporate dried cranberries into your diet on a regular basis. Just one or two handfuls per day is enough to give your system the cleansing effects of the cranberry. Cranberry juice is okay, but juices contain high amounts of sugar. Add dried cranberries to your chicken salad, chef salad, trail mix, or breakfast cereal to naturally prevent UTI's.

2. When you get a UTI, ramp down your training schedule so you don't aggrevate the infection. Switch to an elliptical machine or bike so that you still get a good cardio workout without the high impact from your feet pounding on a hard surface. Do this for up to a week after your symptoms have subsided.

3. Hydrate yourself with sports drinks instead of water, especially if you train hard. Sports drinks are specially formulated with the optimal ratio of carbs and electrolytes to maximize how well your body can absorb the liquid and rehydrate. Staying hydrated will prevent and treat UTI's by keeping your system flushed and making sure your kidneys are not overworked.

Tips & Warnings

• Staying hydrated will not only keep your UTI's away, but it will also help you burn fat more effectively. When the body is dehydrated, the kidneys have to work overtime. The liver pitches in to help the kidneys and takes away from its ability to metabolize (burn) fat.
• See a doctor and take whatever prescriptions they give you until they are gone just as the doctor orders. Otherwise, your UTI can come right back. The side effects of the antibiotics can be nausea and vomiting which can get in the way of training and life in general.