A body with a healthy immune system can fight off infectious organisms, including those causing cystitis. A healthy microflora is also supportive.
To keep the immune system working efficiently, our bodies need nutrients.
Therefore, it is wise to consume a diet high in fresh, nutrient-dense foods and low in nutrient-poor, calorie rich foods that deplete nutrients and weaken the immune system.
Cystitis is the medical term for a condition also known as ‘urinary tract infection’ (UTI) or simply bladder infection. Cystitis is a very common problem, especially among women: it is estimated that over half the women in Britain will suffer from it at some point in their lifetime [1].
Cystitis is one of the most common causes for attending medical consultations and its prevalence is thought to increase with age. An estimated 10-15% of women aged over 60 years have frequent bouts of cystitis [2]. Men and children can also be affected by cystitis but this is less common.