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Bladder Health
The Truth About Restrictive Diets for Interstitial Cystitis
By Callie Krajcir, Registered Dietititan, IC Warrior Most people who receive an Interstitial Cystitis (IC) diagnosis leave their doctor’s office confused, so they turn to Doctor Google. However, there is so much information out there that it’s hard to know…
The Bladder Dietitian’s® Guide: Top Foods & Supplements for UTI Prevention
By Callie Krajcir, Registered Dietititan, IC Warrior Picture this: tiny E. coli bacteria, usually from our rear end or our lady parts, decide to take a detour to our bladder, causing what’s known as an acute uncomplicated UTI. It’s like…
Emerging Trends in Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
By Dr. Ariel Moradzadeh, Urologist, Assistant Professor of Urology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Group Recent developments in urinary tract infections (UTIs) have highlighted several key trends: 1. Rising Incidence of UTIs: The global burden of UTIs has increased significantly, with a…
The Complexities of IC/BPS
By Drs. Jennifer Anger, Karyn Eilber and Victoria Scott (Urogynecologists) IC/BPS is defined as a chronic condition of bladder-centric pain that has been present for at least six weeks. It is often referred to as the “great mimicker”, as…
Understanding and Preventing UTIs
By Dr. Ariel Moradzadeh, Urologist, Assistant Professor of Urology at Cedars-Sinai Medical Group Understanding UTIs UTIs are incredibly common, affecting millions of people worldwide, especially women. Up to 40% of women will have a UTI at some time in their…
What’s a Urogynecologist and How Can One Help Me?
What is a urogynecologist? Are you curious about how exactly they can assist you? In this blog, we’ll dive into the world of urogynecology, shedding light on the vital role these specialized physicians play in women’s health. What is a…
5 Tips to Tame Your Bladder
By Lara Desrosiers, MSc, OT, POP Warrior If you find yourself… Frequently interrupted by the urge to jet to the toilet The sense that you gotta get there right away, or you are going to leak! When you do go,…
The side effects of OAB medication and how they impact patient compliance
By Utiva Health If you suffer from overactive bladder (OAB), medication might be a possible solution. There’s just one problem: about 78% of people who start taking OAB drugs stop taking them within the first year. Why? There are many…
The Effect of Diet on Urine pH
By Callie Krajcir, Registered Dietititan, IC Warrior Did you know that the foods and beverages you consume have a direct effect on your bladder symptoms? The human body is an amazing thing. It has the ability to break down the nutrients…
The 6 Stages of Toilet Meditation
By Shelly Prosko, PT, Yoga therapist, Pioneer of PhysioYoga Mindfulness practices are gaining popularity and even appear to be quite trendy these days. Perhaps it is because we know, and have experienced, that there is tremendous value in being present…
