U-Tract Forte Supplement - Naturally Reduces Urinary Discomfort
U Tract Forte is an exceptional supplement, designed to provide natural relief from urinary discomfort. It contains, in particular, a patented cranberry extract (the highly-regarded CranMax®), standardised to 7.2% proanthocyanidins (condensed tannins), as well as dandelion, hibiscus and orthosiphon, traditional ingredients validated by numerous studies.
What is in the supplement U Tract Forte?
First and foremost, U Tract Forte contains cranberry, a small red berry traditionally used by native Americans for a variety of health issues. Nowadays, it is used all over the world and its antibacterial properties have been the subject of extensive scientific study: some of its components, such as proanthocyanidins, are thought to prevent pathogenic bacteria from adhering to the walls of the urinary tract and multiplying there (1-2).
To offer the maximum benefit from this natural ingredient, we have chosen a patented extract, standardised to 7.2% A-type proanthocyanidins (the most effective), which is made using Bio-Shield® technology to protect the phytonutrients until they arrive in the lower GI tract (situated below the large intestine), where they will be absorbed better. Using this patented extract means our supplement is able to deliver as much natural benefit as possible from the cranberries.
In addition, we have selected other natural, beneficial compounds to boost cranberry’s effects:
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D-mannose. This is a non-digestible sugar which resembles the sugars that pathogenic bacteria stick to in the urinary tract.
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Hibiscus extract standardised to 50% phenols, a natural tonic.
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Java tea extract. Listed in the European and Indonesian pharmacopoeia, Java tea is traditionally used for increasing urinary elimination and has recognised liver-protective benefits.
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Dandelion extract standardised to 2% inulin. The diuretic benefits of dandelion have been known for more than 1000 years. Today, the use of dandelion leaves, the part used in our supplement, is recognised by ESCOP and Commission E for regulating urinary function.
Who is this supplement aimed at?
U Tract Forte is for anyone prone to, or at risk of, urinary problems:
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Women over 60 (almost half of all women in this age group suffer from frequent urinary infections).
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Men over 50 (when the prostate becomes enlarged, it compresses the urethra, resulting in slower elimination of urine, and encouraging infections).
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Those who have difficulty ‘holding on’.
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Diabetics (elevated sugar in urine increases the risk of infections).
Why do we get urine infections?
A urinary tract infection (UTI) or cystitis, is an infection that affects the bladder. It usually occurs when Escherichia coli bacteria, naturally present in the large intestine, find their way into the urethra. It can get worse if the bacteria reach the kidneys or renal pelvis, in which case it is referred to as pyelonephritis, or an ‘upper UTI’. It can have serious consequences, such as kidney damage or septicaemia, and requires urgent medical attention.
In women, the the anus and the urinary tract are closer together than they are in men. It’s therefore easier for bacteria to pass from one orifice to the other, hence the greater incidence of UTIs among women.
How should U Tract Forte be taken?
We recommend taking 2-4 tablets a day, either before meals, or at least two hours after.
To maximise the effects, it’s also a good idea to:
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drink plenty of water throughout the supplementation period;
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go to the toilet as soon as you need to, as ‘holding on’ gives the bacteria more time to travel back up the urinary tract;
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urinate as soon as possible after sex;
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reduce your intake of drinks that can irritate the bladder like alcohol and coffee;
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eat less meat and sugary foods, both of which have adverse effects on the gut’s bacterial composition and increase the risk of cystitis;
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try other synergistic supplements, such as Prosta-Friendly 250 mg if your urinary problems are prostate-related, or other plant extracts such as milk thistle, black radish or artichoke.
Note: U Tract Forte is not recommended for the following people:
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those allergic to pineapple;
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women who are pregnant or breastfeeding;
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those suffering from kidney failure.