Garlic

A well-liked herb, garlic has a long history of usage in both traditional culinary and medical procedures. It's frequently used medicinally to treat a variety of bodily maladies, such as bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. Allicin, a sulfur-containing molecule found in garlic, is typically thought to be responsible for its medicinal properties. Allicin has potent antibacterial properties against a range of contagious, UTI-causing bacteria in test-tube investigations, including E. coli. Garlic may be an alternate therapy for treating UTIs in people, according to further evidence from individual case reports, however, there is a lack of robust studies to support these findings.

Before any firm conclusions on the efficacy or optimum dosage of garlic can be made, further, well-planned research is required to better understand the role it may play in the treatment and prevention of recurrent UTIs. Although garlic can be eaten whole and raw, supplementary amounts are often supplied as extracts and taken as capsules. The majority of people are probably safe using garlic supplements, although side effects including heartburn, foul breath, and body odor might occur. Garlic supplements can cause allergic responses in some people, so you should avoid them if you have ever had allergies to garlic or other closely related plants, such as onions or leeks. These supplements may increase your risk of bleeding and can interact with some medications, such as blood thinners and certain HIV drugs. If you’re taking any such medications, talk to your healthcare provider prior to using garlic to treat your UTI.