A UTI (Urinary Track Infection) is an infection in the urinary system caused by bacteria. It is more common in women and can affect the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.

5 Risk Factors of Urinary Track Infection

Know The enemy

The Bacteria driving UTI*

Strains of these bacteria reside in the anus and vagina. When these bacteria enter the uterus or bladder it could lead to a UTI
Key note: Some other strains of bacteria such as vaginal lactobacilli are essential to prevent UTIs and maintain vaginal health

*Uncomplicated UTI

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The enemy is getting smarter

Bacteria are evolving and cases of antimicrobial resistance are on the rise
In particular, multiple strains of E.coli are developing resistance to current antibiotic treatments
Alternate approaches in treating UTIs are the need of the hour

2050 projection: Yearly Deaths from antimicrobial infections and other causes

10 M

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR)

8 M

Cancer

1.5 M

Diabetes

Source: Review on Antimicrobial Resistance

3 Treatment options for UTI

Antibiotics
Antibiotics are the go to standard of care for UTIs . Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole is used as the first line treatment by many GPs
Targeted Supplements
Emerging class of organic products and probiotics that prevent or reduce UTI symptoms. D-Mannose, Cranberry extract are strong candidates
Estrogen Therapy
For women in menopause, vaginal estrogen therapy can help boost immunity and improve vaginal microbiome health

Her-bio approach

Targeted ingredients with robust long term safety profiles , to not only treat but prevent UTIs

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