If jogging, jumping, sneezing, or even laughing leads to “accidents,” you’re not alone. Urinary incontinence is a common complaint, especially among older women, who often have to resort to using drugs, pads—or worse. Kegel exercises are always a good idea for strengthening the muscles involved in bladder control, but I also want to tell you about an unusual remedy that has provided relief for thousands.
Bell Bladder Control Tea contains several herbs such as cranberry, uva ursi, nettle, goldenrod, and marshmallow that have proven benefits for the urinary tract. In addition to reducing stress, urge, and other types of incontinence, this tea also helps prevent bladder and urinary tract infections. This company also makes an herbal tea for male urinary problems called Bell Prostate Ezee Flow Tea that gets rave reviews. Both teas, which cost about $20 for a month’s supply and come with a money-back guarantee, are available in thousands of health food stores in the US and Canada.
Another product worth mentioning is BetterWOMAN, a blend of Chinese herbs that modulates hormones, boosts neuromuscular function, and increases circulation in the muscles involved in bladder support, resulting in better urinary control. One study looked at 38 women, ages 35 to 78, who suffered from stress incontinence (brought on by laughing, sneezing, etc.), frequent urination, or urgency (the immediate and urgent need to urinate). After using BetterWOMAN for two months, 76 percent of the women suffering from stress incontinence noticed marked improvement, as did 70 percent of those with urgency problems. And frequent bathroom trips were reduced in 73 percent of the study participants. Look for BetterWOMAN in health food stores or online.
