{"product_id":"u-t-bye-herbal-infusion-blend","title":"U-T-Bye Herbal Infusion Blend","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003eMost of us have experienced the discomfort that arises when a urinary tract infection is brewing. If you experience them frequently, you know the feeling. And by now we know that there are health implications that come along with antibiotic use, so we look for more natural alternatives when it comes to preventing a full-blown infection! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003eI want to start by saying that this tea will not be a heal-all answer for you. If you experience very frequent urinary tract infections, that is a signal from the body that something is awry. Creating a basic foundation of health by focusing on diet--removing inflammatory foods, processed foods, alcohol, etc., sleep, managing stress levels, hydration, and movement is the best place to start! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003eThis herb blend is great to have on hand for those times that you feel an infection coming on and want to stop it in its tracks! This formula will increase urinary output to flush out the kidneys and urinary tract, prevent bacteria from \"sticking\" to the lining of the bladder\/urinary tract, inhibit bacterial growth by increasing acidity of the urine, soothe irritated membranes that cause burning sensation, and protect against infections including E. coli. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003eWhat's Inside? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003enettle leaf*, dandelion leaf*, alfalfa leaf*, lemon balm*, peppermint*, parsley*, spearmint*, red clover*, uva ursi*, marshmallow leaf and root*, cranberries*, chamomile*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e*Certified USDA Organic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003ePreparation and Dosage: \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003eUse 1.5-2 teaspoons tea\/cup water. Pour boiling water over the herbs, cover, and let steep for 10-15 minutes. Strain and drink as-is, or diluted in water warm\/cool. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003eDrink up to 3 cups daily when you feel an infection coming on, until symptoms resolve and then discontinue. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eOther helpful suggestions: \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003eavoid bladder irritants like coffee, alcohol, caffeine, chocolates, carbonated beverages, citrus juices, and peppers \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003eavoid sugar as it can feed bacteria\/yeast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003etake a sitz bath with apple cider vinegar \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003ekeep the vaginal area clean and dry, use cotton underwear, and avoid thongs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003econsider switching to organic, fragrance free\/dye free menstrual pads\/tampons \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003etake probiotics or consume probiotic rich foods \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eIMPORTANT NOTE: \u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003eIf you develop a persistent or high fever, start to feel pain in the lower back area, or see blood in the urine see your doctor immediately. Natural therapies can be very effective at preventing bacteria from taking hold, but if you have already developed a more severe infection you will likely need antibiotics. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003eGet to know the plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParsley:\u003c\/strong\u003e one of my favourite herbs for kidney health-- a gentle, nutritive diuretic that may prevent or improve symptoms of frequent UTI\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDandelion\u003c\/strong\u003e: reduces urine retention-- acts as a diuretic without depleting potassium \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNettle\u003c\/strong\u003e: has a gentle diuretic action while providing the body with helpful vitamins and minerals, reduces allergic reaction and histamine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarshmallow root\u003c\/strong\u003e: inhibits bacterial growth by increasing acidity of urine, soothes irritated mucous membranes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUva Ursi\u003c\/strong\u003e: traditionally used to prevent UTIs, particularly effective against E. coli infections \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCranberries\u003c\/strong\u003e: the tried-and-true when it comes to UTI prevention! Cranberries contain a substance that acts against bacteria by keeping them from \"sticking\" to the lining of the bladder and urinary tract \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003e**consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are taking medications**\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTHE STATEMENTS MADE ON \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/WWW.INTEGRATIONHERBALS.COM\"\u003eWWW.INTEGRATIONHERBALS.COM\u003c\/a\u003e HAVE NOT BEEN EVALUATED BY THE FOOD AND DRUG ADMINISTRATION. THESE PRODUCTS ARE NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE. 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