Cystitis Supplements

Cystitis is an inflammation of the bladder, and it can be the result of infection, irritation, or bruising, or even a combination of these three factors. The Cystitis supplements below have been studied in clinical trials and found to be effective in connection with cystitis. For best results you should take them over a period of three months.

Multivitamin and Mineral
A good quality multivitamin and mineral would form the foundation of your supplement program to make sure that you are getting a little bit of everything. You then add in those nutrients in slightly higher amounts, which are known to be helpful for cystitis.

Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an important vitamin in all cases of infection, and it also helps to boost immune activity. Many studies have shown that vitamin C helps to increase immune function.

Beta-carotene
Vitamin A and beta-carotene (the precursor to vitamin A, found in brightly colored fruits and vegetables) help to maintain healthy cells. By keeping cells healthy, you are more likely to prevent an invasion by bacteria.

Bromelain
This is a digestive enzyme that comes from pineapples. Bromelain is known for its anti-inflammatory properties, and it has been shown to have a beneficial effect on urinary tract infections, including cystitis.

Zinc
Zinc is an important mineral for the immune system and it needs to be taken both when an infection is present and to prevent a recurrence. It is recognized for its anti-infectious properties (in other words, it can help to prevent an infection from taking hold).

Lactobacillus acidophilus
This probiotic helps to restore the good or healthy bacteria (known as flora) in your body. When you have an attack of cystitis it may be beneficial to use a vaginal cream that contains acidophilus as well as taking it orally. Lactobacillus acidophilus is available in a variety of different forms, including tablets and live organic yogurts. For best effect, you should try to incorporate all of these forms into your diet when you are suffering from an attack.

Cranberry
Weve known for some time that cranberries help cystitis and that they significantly reduce the bacteria associated with urinary tract infections. It was originally believed that cranberry juice reduced the symptoms of cystitis by making the urine more acidic - obviously not a desirable effect, as it is the acidic urine that causes the burning sensation.