Gosha-jinki-gan
Some pretty substantial studies from Japan link gosha-jinki-gan, an herbal remedy, with reducing urinary frequency, bladder contractions, and nighttime urination for both men and women.
Bladder Training
Bladder training is the most widely prescribed, non-medicinal treatment for an overactive bladder. It involves setting a tight schedule for urination and literally reintroducing bladder training.
Buchu Plant
A widely used plant-based remedy for bladder and kidney infections in South Africa, the buchu plant has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and diuretic properties that cleanse and heal the urinary system.
Absorbent Pads
More of an interim treatment option, until you learn to control the urgency, absorbent pads can be worn under your clothing to trap and hide accidental leaks.
Saw Palmetto
Medical studies credit the anti-inflammatory properties of saw palmetto with reducing urinary urgency, especially for men with enlarged prostate glands.
Pelvic Floor Exercises
Also known as Kegels, these pelvic floor exercises work to strengthen the muscles that control urination and its flow.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C supplements have been recommended for their ability to fight oxidative stress, which can irritate nerves around the bladder and result in a loss of urinary control.
Weight loss
Carrying around too much excess weight is bad for your joints, but it can also weaken the elasticity in the muscle supporting the bladder and lead to urinary incontinence.
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