Fifty & Fab
  • Blog
  • subscribe
  • About
  • Resources
    • Shop my Look
    • Discount Codes
    • Menopause
  • Contact Me
  • IN THE PRESS
  • Work with Me
  • The Legal Stuff
    • Privacy Policy
    • Cookies Policy
    • Terms and Conditions

Urinary infections | treating cystitis and preventing bladder infections with herbal complex, Uralix

17/9/2021

0 Comments

 
Did you know that urinary infections are very common and affect most women at least once in their lifetime, and that menopause is often a time when UTIs become even more frequent?  Up to one in five women will have repeated urinary infections, they can happen at any time but are most likely in women who are sexually active, pregnant or post menopausal.  UTIs are always uncomfortable and often debilitating with symptoms including:

A need to frequently pass urine, an inability to hold urine and needing to go urgently, burning, stinging or pain and sometimes cloudy, smelly urine possibly stained with blood.

So not only are frequent urinary infections uncomfortable, painful and annoying, they often need repeated treatment with antibiotics.  And we know that taking too many antibiotics isn't a good idea, especially for our gut health and general wellbeing.

On my blog, I am keen to open up more conversations about things that are considered 'embarrassing' my hope is that by talking more honestly and openly we can find solutions, support each other and make our lives easier and healthier!

My blog post about urinary infections is to give you some background on why they become more common in menopause, to share lifestyle tips that can help in preventing bladder infections as well as introduce you to a fabulous new herbal supplement called Uralix that is hugely successful at prevention of UTI's inthe first place!
​
This is a sponsored blog post.
sitting with glass of water | uralix | preventing bladder infections
Uralix is very successful at preventing bladder infections

Why are UTIs so frequent in menopause?

Anatomical changes after childbirth
Firstly, women who have delivered one or more babies will have anatomical changes to their body which can contribute to frequent bladder infections.  The neck of the bladder is attached to the anterior wall of the vagina and the dilation of labour and delivery and the passage of the baby through the birth canal stretches the tissues to the point where damage is caused resulting in possible bladder prolapse and urinary incontinence.  This can be common in up to 90% of women!  And a prolapsed bladder makes it very easy for the bacteria to enter through the urethra and settle in the bladder lining.

Bacterial resistance and antibiotic overuse
Sadly the massive use of antibiotics in farming and human healthcare and the resultant fact that antibiotics can now be found in our food and water supply means that bacteria has mutated and developed defences against antibiotics.  This means that more and more infections are antibiotic resistant.  The WHO estimates that 50% of infections do not respond to the standard treatment.  So when we get a UTI very often the antibiotics that used to work, don't work any more!

Declining hormones and vaginal atrophy
And finally the decline in our hormones, at peri menopause and beyond, affects our vaginal tissue which becomes thin and easily irritated making it prone to infection.  For more information on vaginal atrophy look at the excellent book 'Me and My Menopausal Vagina' by Jane Lewis.  Our oestrogen declines and causes changes in the PH of the vagina which creates an environment where bad bacteria can thrive.
box of urlalix | for preventing bladder infections
Uralix is a herbal complex for preventing bladder infections

A combined approach to reducing frequency of UTIs in menopause

A combined approach of lifestyle factors and supplementation can really help us reduce our frequency of severe urinary tract infections.  Frequent urine infections can reduce our quality of life and lead to complications like kidney damage and sepsis as well as depression and social isolation.  
​
“Women at menopause could benefit from antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, clinically researched plant extracts, like Boswellia, Turmeric, D-Mannose, Green Tea polyphenols and Pumpkin seed, that support our urinary tract and help avoid bladder symptoms and ongoing antibiotic courses. URALIX is a new UK manufactured vegetarian supplement which is a blend of this natural botanical products in combination, which has been specifically designed to improve urinary health.” 
Dr Gemma Newman MBBCH DRCOG DFSRH MRCGP
Holding a box of uralix | preventing bladder infections
Check my Instagram Giveaway to win 2 x bottles of Uralix

Lifestyle factors for preventing UTIs

We have all heard of these before, but a reminder is always useful!
  • Drink plenty of water, monitor the colour of your urine, the lighter the better.
  • Strengthen the pelvic floor muscles to help with urinary incontinence.
  • Empty your bladder regularly, especially after sex as this can reduce the amount of bacteria present.
  • Wipe front to back!
  • Avoid long baths, never douche and don't use soap and intimate hygiene products as these products remove the natural protection of vaginal secretions.

How can Uralix help bladder health and preventing bladder infections?

Uralix is a bioactive herbal supplement which is based on years of research and development and contains clinically proven natural antimicrobials and anti-inflammatory herbal extracts.  It was formulated specifically for the relief and prevention of urinary tract infections for both men and women.  It is natural, effective and preventative and maintains urinary health without the use of antibiotics.

Taking a daily dose of Uralix for bladder health can help with:
  • Preventing bacteria from settling in the bladder.
  • Support bladder function.
  • Avoids the bladder symptoms caused by sexual activity.
  • Maintaining a healthy urinary tract.
Bottle of Uralix | prevening bladder infections

Win 2 x bottles of Uralix - Instagram Giveaway

My personal experience with UTIs is limited, despite having given birth to my two babies naturally and obviously being post-menopause now, I have been lucky and not had regular urinary infections.  I've never needed to take large doses of antibiotics and being on HRT helps maintain my oestrogen levels and avoid issues like vaginal atrophy.  However, I did struggle a couple of years ago when I needed to take Utrogestan vaginally and I then experienced cystitis and had to seek treatment. 

I am taking Uralix now to give my urinary tract health a boost and prevent any future problems.  The dosage is 4 capsules 3 x per day for the first 5 days and then 4 capsules daily for a minimum of six months.

I am delighted that Uralix have offered to giveaway 2 x bottles of Uralix (120 capsules in each and worth nearly £100) to one lucky follower of Fifty & Fab on Instagram!  This competition starts on Friday 17th September and will run for one week, I will pick a winner at random on Friday 24th September.  To enter you will need to be following me and Uralix on Instagram, tag a friend or friends and for an extra entry, share the giveaway on your stories!

Pop over to my @fifty_andfab on Instagram now to enter!

I hope this information is useful, I'd love to know if frequent UTIs affect you and if you plan to give Uralix a go!

Love from
Michelle xx


Disclaimer: this blog post is part of a paid collaboration with Uralix, however all views and opinions are my own.

Other blogs I link up with:

Is This Mutton
#WowOnWednesday
 

​Mummabstylish
#Chic&Stylish

preventing uti with uralix
Pin it for later!
0 Comments



Leave a Reply.

    Michelle ...

    ​Welcome to Fifty & Fab, a lifestyle blog to inspire you. I am a blogger with a passion for writing about style, beauty, health and fitness with a focus on the over 50's. I am based in Marlow but work across London and the South East.

    Lifestyle blog, blogger Marlow, Buckinghamshire
    Subscribe below to receive regular updates by email:
    Subscribe

    Categories

    All
    Beauty
    Being Fifty And Fab
    Days Out
    Embracing Life (in Midlife)
    Health And Fitness
    Holidays
    Lifestyle
    Menopause
    Sri Lanka
    Style

    Picture
     Hi, I’m Michelle and my blog Fifty & Fab is all about my journey into and through my fifties.  I share style tips, health and fitness inspiration, I talk about my holidays and days out and I tell you about my beauty regime and my lifestyle.  I hope you might pick up a tip or two and get some inspiration!

    Join my mailing list (above) for regular updates and don’t forget to look at my social media pages too..

    Picture
    Picture
    Picture
    Picture

    Archives

    May 2022
    April 2022
    March 2022
    February 2022
    January 2022
    December 2021
    November 2021
    October 2021
    September 2021
    August 2021
    July 2021
    June 2021
    May 2021
    April 2021
    March 2021
    February 2021
    January 2021
    December 2020
    November 2020
    October 2020
    September 2020
    August 2020
    July 2020
    June 2020
    May 2020
    April 2020
    March 2020
    February 2020
    January 2020
    December 2019
    November 2019
    October 2019
    September 2019
    August 2019
    July 2019
    June 2019
    May 2019
    April 2019
    March 2019
    February 2019
    January 2019
    December 2018
    November 2018
    October 2018
    September 2018
    August 2018
    July 2018
    June 2018
    May 2018
    April 2018
    March 2018
    February 2018
    January 2018
    December 2017
    November 2017
    October 2017
    September 2017
    August 2017
    July 2017
    June 2017
    May 2017
    April 2017
    March 2017
    February 2017
    January 2017
    December 2016
    November 2016
    October 2016
    September 2016
    August 2016
    July 2016
    June 2016
    May 2016
    April 2016
    March 2016
    February 2016


Email

michelle@fiftyandfab.co.uk
  • Blog
  • subscribe
  • About
  • Resources
    • Shop my Look
    • Discount Codes
    • Menopause
  • Contact Me
  • IN THE PRESS
  • Work with Me
  • The Legal Stuff
    • Privacy Policy
    • Cookies Policy
    • Terms and Conditions