Oxalate is a naturally occurring substance found in plants and animals. It is found in certain foods that you eat and is also made in your body. Most people do not need to be concerned about the oxalate in their …
In the US, many women will experience a urinary health concern at least once in their lifetime. In fact, women are more likely than men to have a urinary concern, as bacteria can more easily reach the bladder due to the shorter length of the urethra in women. The urethra carries …
You probably don’t think much about your bladder. That is, of course, until it stops working properly. Issues such as painful urination or bladder control loss, known as urinary incontinence (UI), can catch you by surprise. Loss of bladder control …
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are the most common bacterial infection in women. When bacteria enter the urethra and then the bladder, this can cause an infection. UTIs can be a chronic problem, especially for postmenopausal women.
This article discusses the …
Did you know that the formation of kidney stones and nutrition go hand-in-hand? Your diet and specific nutrients play a role in decreasing the risk of kidney stone formation.
Kidney stones form when substances (such as calcium, oxalate, and phosphorus…
Whether it is a cold glass of cranberry juice, a handful of dried cranberries or a dish of cranberry sauce to pass at your family dinner, cranberries pop up often in our lives. We know that this burgundy-hued fruit is …
