Natural Remedies and Foods to Cope with Incontinence

Suffering from incontinence isn’t easy. There’s a certain social stigma associated with the condition, and people are reluctant to speak about it for fear of being embarrassed in public. It’s challenging to live life normally because you’re constantly afraid that you wouldn’t be able to hold your pee and cause a spectacle. People need to realise that it’s a normal medical condition, and with the right treatment plan, one can regain control over their bladder.

Developments in the medical field have increased the number of products to help people suffering from incontinence cope with their condition. There are a lot of products that can help you manage it and help you stay comfortable and as stress-free as possible. There are also several natural remedies that doctors prescribe to help people with incontinence cope with their condition. If you wish to explore the various available products, you can check out this MoliCare product finder, which can help you locate the products that you need immediately. You can also choose products based on the amount of urine released, comfort and fit, ease of use, and even odour-repelling qualities.

If you wish to pursue natural remedies and foods to manage incontinence, here are some to consider. Remember, however, that you must always consult with your doctor before trying them.

Ganoderma lucidum extract

Several dietary supplements contain this substance, which is based on a mushroom from East Asia. Studies show that it only takes 6 milligrams of the Ganoderma lucidum extract to help reduce urinary tract problems.

Gosha-jinki-gan (GJG) 

A blend of 10 traditional Chinese herbs, Gosha-jinki-gan has shown efficacy in inhibiting the bladder and significantly improving the frequency of daytime visits to the washroom. Traditional doctors recommend taking 7.5 milligrams of the substance per day to achieve the desired results. 

Resiniferatoxin 

The supplement derived from a Moroccan cactus plant is comparable to capsaicin and presents similar efficacy but with fewer side effects. Doctors recommend intravesical instillation of resiniferatoxin to achieve results against an overactive bladder. 

Saw palmetto 

Research on the intake of dietary supplements containing saw palmetto extracts for 12 weeks has shown a definitive increase in bladder control and symptoms. As a result, doctors recommend taking supplements containing saw palmetto twice a day at 160 milligrams per capsule to effectively help against incontinence and reduce urinary tract symptoms (LUTS).

Almond, soy or oat milk

Milk contains vitamin D, and the substance helps manage incontinence. However, lactose can irritate the bowels and the urinary tract even more for some people. Another option, according to doctors, is to substitute either almond, soy, or oat milk for regular milk because they have lower lactose levels and about the same amount of vitamin D.

Fruits and vegetables  

If you don’t want to take supplements regularly, you can settle for consuming fibrous fruits and vegetables. Cranberries, bananas, apples, pears, and beans can provide you with enough fibre to help control your bladder.

Takeaways 

There are several ways to control incontinence. You can choose to use natural remedies and food to help manage the condition and regain control over your bladder.

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