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Time to effect
4–8 weeks for prevention
Effort level
low
Category
Natural
Typical approach
Supplement / herb
How it works
Proanthocyanidins (PACs) in cranberry prevent E. coli bacteria from adhering to the walls of the urinary tract, reducing the likelihood of infection taking hold.
More effective for prevention than treatment of active infections. Cranberry juice contains high sugar — supplements are preferable. Not a replacement for antibiotics in active infection.
Cochrane review shows cranberry products reduce UTI recurrence by approximately 26% in women with recurrent UTIs. Less evidence for treatment of active infections.
Community experiences
Anonymous · 0xa3f2
Tried for 6 weeks
“Noticeably less frequent issues after about a month of consistent use. Worth sticking with.”
Anonymous · 0xb71c
Tried for 4 weeks
“Good results overall. Had to adjust the approach slightly but found what worked for me. Would recommend trying it.”
Anonymous · 0xc8a1
Tried for 2 weeks
“Some improvement but not as dramatic as I hoped. Might need longer to see full benefit. Still continuing.”
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