Category Archives: Bladder

Look, if it seems like you’re battling a urinary tract infection (UTI) every six months, know this: it’s not your fault. Some women are just more prone than others. It doesn’t mean that you’re doing something wrong or lacking hygiene. You have not brought this on yourself. Recurring UTIs are common and can take a ...click here to read more

So, you’re up at night with the urge to pee, but when you get to the toilet, all you release are a few dribbles. It can leave you feeling powerless. When an enlarged prostate is controlling your life, using any means necessary to manage its inconvenience is all you can do. A bowl of grapes ...click here to read more

The likelihood of experiencing bladder control problems increases with age. Also called urinary incontinence, it can be very frustrating, degrading, and have a significant impact on your quality of life. But why does it happen? It can have different causes in women and men. In men, the primary cause is BPH, or benign prostate hyperplasia. ...click here to read more

Most people don’t exactly hang around the toilet to see the color of their urine. But maybe you should; sometimes it can offer some valuable insight. You don’t have to spend very long examining it to get an idea of where you might be. A glance and a couple of observations can tell you if ...click here to read more

It’s natural for your prostate to grow. Likely unbeknownst to you, a man’s prostate starts growing when he hits 25. It isn’t until much later, however, that it might begin to affect lifestyle. And it can be really stressful. Natural prostate growth is called benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). A Harvard report suggests that 50-60 percent ...click here to read more

You might take your trips to the bathroom for granted. You’ve been doing it your whole life, after all. But how do you know if you have a healthy bladder? Are there any signs associated with bladder health or things you can do to encourage better function? You bet there are. Like most other organs ...click here to read more

When you’re dealing with the recurrent pain and discomfort of recurrent urinary tract infections (UTI), a popular menopause treatment might not come to mind. But research is showing that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) might make a big difference. A new study showed that women who were undergoing HRT for menopause symptoms had a greater variety ...click here to read more

Are you familiar with the term bioavailability? Do you know how it helps with your prostate health? If not, don’t worry. I’ll let you in on what it means and why it plays a major role in the health value of your favorite foods and your risk of illness. In short, bioavailability describes how well ...click here to read more

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) can cause real burning pain for women. They are not only extremely irritating, but they are a major hindrance to your quality of life. And unfortunately, if you’ve had one, you’re quite likely to get another. Especially if you’re post-menopausal. Recurrence rates for UTIs among post-menopausal women hang around 55% and ...click here to read more

If you have an overactive bladder of are managing benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), orders to stay indoors might be a bit of a blessing. The stress of being out and needing to urgently find a bathroom is no longer a concern. Using this time effectively, however, can help you build a stronger bladder so when ...click here to read more

If you’re undergoing hormone reduction therapy to treat your prostate, a new study is showing exercise can aid recovery and limit side effects. Androgen suppression therapy, or androgen deprivation therapy (ADT), is a common treatment used to limit androgen production and stymie the spread of compromised prostate cells. But the treatment comes along with a ...click here to read more

Trouble with bladder control can be a huge cloud hanging over your life. Whether it’s causing you to wake up multiple times per night or causing sudden urges throughout the day, it feels like it’s holding you hostage. Bladder control problems can have a number of causes. But at the end of the day, it ...click here to read more

Walking around town the other night, I was hit with a sudden urge to urinate. My friend and I searched out a restaurant and I headed down the hall towards the restroom. A moment later, my friend pushed me aside, ran in, and locked the door. He emerged a few minutes later saying he had ...click here to read more

What you eat every day may help keep your bladder healthy. At least that’s what a new study looking at Buddhists suggests. There is a long list of benefits associated with enlightenment. Lower stress, living in the moment, empathy, gratitude—the list goes on. According to a new study, a lower risk of urinary tract infection, ...click here to read more