Evidence supporting the use of: Bacteria
For the health condition: Bladder Infection
Synopsis
Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4
Bacteria, specifically probiotic strains such as Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium, are used to support or prevent bladder infections (urinary tract infections, UTIs) based on growing scientific evidence. The rationale relies on the ability of certain probiotic bacteria to restore and maintain healthy urogenital flora, competitively inhibit pathogen adhesion (such as Escherichia coli), and modulate immune responses. Several randomized controlled trials and meta-analyses support the use of specific probiotic strains, especially vaginally or orally administered Lactobacillus, in reducing the recurrence of UTIs in women. For example, a 2017 Cochrane review concluded that while antibiotics remain the standard of care, some probiotic preparations show a modest but significant effect in reducing UTI recurrence compared to placebo, especially in women with recurrent infections. However, the evidence is not as robust as for antibiotics, and effectiveness depends on the strain, dose, and delivery route. There is less evidence for probiotics as a treatment for acute bladder infection, with most studies focusing on prevention. Overall, while not a replacement for antibiotics in acute infections, the use of certain probiotic bacteria is scientifically validated as a supportive or preventive strategy for bladder infections, meriting a relatively high evidence score.
Other ingredients used for Bladder Infection
bearberryberberine
coconut milk
cranberry
cucumber
turmeric
D-mannose
echinacea purpurea
goldenseal
horseradish
Indian tinospora
lactobacillus acidophilus
lactobacillus brevis
lactobacillus crispatus
lactobacillus fermentum
lactobacillus gasseri
lactiplantibacillus plantarum
lactobacillus reuteri
lactobacillus salivarius
lophatherum leaf
methenamine
oregano
oregon grape
phellodendron amurense
prebiotic blend (proprietary)
scrophularia root
slippery elm bark
vitamin C
water
sarsaparilla
squawvine
shen-chu
punarnava
goldenrod
lemongrass
juniper berries
dodder
cornsilk
buchu
couch grass
hydrangea
cleavers
wood betony
herbal blend (proprietary)
indigo leaves
gravel root
akebia
Ardisia
Arbutin
Agave
Allicin
Abrus
Alchornea
Aerva lanata
Andrographis
Alisma
Abuta
Amor seco
Bermuda Grass
Big Quaking Grass
berry
Bur-Reed
Bacteria
Bassia scoparia
Boerhavia diffusa
Cucurbita
Cnidium
Chinese Raisintree
Chanca Piedra
Costus
Echinacea
Essential Oil Blend
Ficus simplicissima
Glechoma hederacea
Sumac
Other health conditions supported by Bacteria
Acid IndigestionAllergies (food)
Allergies (respiratory)
Antibiotics (alternatives to)
Anxiety
Appetite (deficient)
Arthritis
Asthma
Autism
Autoimmune Disorders
Bladder Infection
Bronchitis
Cancer (natural therapy for)
Cancer (prevention)
Cancer Treatment (reducing side effects)
Canker Sores
Cholesterol (high)
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder
Colitis
Constipation (adults)
Constipation (children)
Convalescence
Crohn's Disease
Diarrhea
Digestion (poor)
Diverticulitis
Eczema
Endurance (lack of)
Enteritis
Fatigue
Gas and Bloating
Gastritis
Gingivitis
Hepatitis
Infection
Infection (bacterial)
Inflammation
Inflammatory Bowel Disorders
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Lactose Intolerance
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Liver Detoxification