Though often mild, urinary tract infections can reach the bloodstream, leading to serious complications. Research also links diet and microbiome interactions with UTI susceptibility and recurrence.

Cranberries contain proanthocyanidins that may help prevent recurrent UTIs, but they do not treat active infections. Evidence supporting daily cranberry juice or supplements for UTI prevention is ...

UTIs are common during pregnancy and can cause cloudy or smelly urine. Having an untreated UTI during pregnancy can lead to a kidney infection or premature birth. Treatment for a UTI involves a short ...