One of the best ways to prevent a UTI is to urinate frequently so that as much bacteria as possible can be flushed out of your system. The best way to urinate frequently? Drink plenty of liquids, especially water. You should be drinking at least half of your body weight in ounces. (If you weigh 100 lbs., you should be drinking 50 oz. of water a day.)
Avoid irritating products
Some feminine products, such as deodorant sprays, douches, and powders, can irritate the urethra and trigger a UTI. Also, certain types of birth control – like diaphragms and spermicidal agents – can increase the risk of infection.
Urinate after sex
Cotton will keep you dry
Bacteria that cause UTIs flourish in warm, moist environments. Underwear made from synthetic materials, such as nylon, polyester, or spandex, restricts airflow to the genitals. Cotton, on the other hand, is porous and keeps the genitals dry.
Go when you need to go
“Holding it” is never good. Not only is it uncomfortable, but it can also make it easier for bacteria to multiply in your urinary tract.
As a woman, I try to do all of these tips. Since I have a history of getting UTIs, it still does happen that I get them. When that happens, Uristat is in my arsenal to help alleviate some of the symptoms. What tips do you use to prevent UTIs?
I am lucky that I have not had a UTI. My sisters often get them and I will suggest this to them.
UTI’s are so painful. I got them a lot during pregnancy and they were horrible. I feel bad for people who get them regularly.
These are great tips for staying UTIS free. Having an infection can cause so many things to go wrong and they can be very painful indeed. If I ever get one again I will look into Uristat for sure. Thanks for sharing.
Oh these are just awful! I went my whole life without one. Then, I turned 40… BAM. I am so vigilant about drinking water now it’s almost obsessive.
Thank you for the tips! I had a severe case of UTI after our honeymoon. everything you said here were also relayed to me by my doctor.
UTIs are definitely not fun. It’s actually important to keep your things clean and drink plenty of water. It’s easy to get one during or after a period or pregnancy or not washing right… or even nicking yourself by accident.
How interesting. I had no idea that holding it could let bacteria multiply. Definitely not doing that anymore.
Sounds like a good product. UTIs are horrible.
I had a UTI ONCE AND NEVER AGAIN WOULD I like to go through that, it’s painful. Urinating after sex is a great way since it also gave you time to wash “it”.
I have had a UTI in the past- I used to work long hours and hold it too much and that backfired on me once!
I dont even get UTIs anymore – goes straight to kidney infections! OUCH!
I experienced having UTI once many years ago and it was so painful. Thankfully, I haven’t experienced it again. My niece get it from time to time though. Going to share these tips with her.
I do all of the above! UTI’s are NOT fun. Thanks for these tips, I’m sure a lot of us will find them helpful.
These are wonderful tips! I’ve only suffered through these when I was pregnant thank goodness! But now I know how to keep preventing them!
=I have been diagnosised with quite a few UTI’s lately – doctors are not sure why. I could definitely use these.
Mine kept on coming back for a few years. It was painful and very uncomfortable. These are great tips.
I had this a year after giving birth. Drinking lots of water helped a lot.
A UTI is such a painful experience….my back hurt so bad. I’ve had a few in my lifetime and it’s never a pleasant experience. Thanks for these tips.
I really need to drink more water too and that tip about holding it when you have to go…totally me! I have definitely got to stop that. UTIs are no fun!
I don’t recall having UTI ever before, which I’m glad. These are great tips. Thanks for sharing!
This is the one that good for me i have a uti 3 years ago but when i eat salty im in pained
These are excellent tips. I have had a few UTIS in my lifetime and they are never fun. Make sure you get treatment because you don’t want it leading to a kidney infection.
This is one of the worst, most uncomfortable infections a woman can experience. Be sure to follow these great tips.
I always hold it in 🙁 Sometimes it due to laziness or trying to type that final sentence instead of going to the Bathroom. I’ve seen where drinking water has made a huge difference
Honestly peeing after sex is super important. I once had a UTI so bad I was crying real tears…its so important to prevent it with these tips!
I haven’t had one since I was PG, so that’s good. Thanks for sharing!
I haven’t had a UTI but its good to know this is out there in case i ever need it.
I recently had a UTI and didn’t even know it. I felt no symptoms, and having fibromyalgia am accustomed to some discomfort in my life daily. My doctor discovered it during a routine check up. I believe it came from me trying not to go to the restroom as often as I should to avoid pain from the fibro. These are all good tips.
Drinking enough water definitely helps a lot. I think may people don’t drink nearly enough and don’t keep an eye on the color and smell to give them an indication they aren’t drinking enough.
It’s crazy how common UTIS are for women of all ages. This is great advice! They seem like they’re horrible!
Great tips on how to prevent them, it’s a serious problem! I’m sure this will surely help people a lot, what a great and educational post.
My mom had a UTI a few weeks ago and it was so painful. I told her to make sure she was staying hydrated, especially when she’s outside gardening. I’ll remember these 6 ways to prevent UTIs. Thanks!
This is going to be very helpful. I’ve had UTI when I was in college because I would always hold it and didn’t drink much water. It was such a bummer. I remember that there wasnt a specific med to help relieve pain so I was on antibiotics for a week. Since then, I go when I need to go and I stopped drinking soda too. I hope we have Urista here in my country.
I get those occassionally. The first thing I do while waiting to see the dr is pick this up. It helps.
I have never had one and hope to never get one, so thank you so much for the tips! I think sometimes there isn’t enough information openly taught about this stuff.
I had one once, and it was plenty. I didn’t even know that guys could get them, but clearly we can! I wish I’d have known about an OTC then, it was a painful couple of days of drinking a lot of water and cranberry juice.
Oh, gosh, those urinary tract infections can be so painful. I have had them on several occasions. I didn’t even realize there was an otc medicine for it. That’s great!
I have not had a UTI in a long time and hopefully won’t! They sure are not fun. Thanks for the tips.
Great tips for preventing a UTI. I only had one in my lifetime and that was enough.
Knock on wood, but I’ve yet to have a UTI. I’ve heard how horribly painful they can be. This is a great list to follow to avoid them!
This is great to know. The only time I’ve ever had a UTI was when pregnant, so I wouldn’t even know what caused one outside of pregnancy!
I have had UTI in the past. Since, I am a type 2 diabetic I seem to get them more often around my monthly. I will try this product to see if it really does help me prevent a UTI.
Thong underwear is also an issue, though people don’t like to talk about that. Keeping the area cool and dry is best! Great advice.
These are really great tips! When I was a teenager I got a lot of UTIs and every time it seemed to clear up, it would just come right back. It was awful!
These are all excellent tips. UTIs are the worst. I do any and everything I can to avoid them.
Those are great tips. I used to get them a lot when I was younger. Cranberry juice or medication always cured it.
I haven’t had a UTI in many, many years. I must be doing something right and do all the tips above.
I’ve never had one yet, and hopefully it can stay that way. As much water as I drink, flushing out shouldn’t be a problem 🙂
I had one when I was pregnant and it was terrible. I feel bad for people who get them regularly.