Traditional Herbs as Effective Natural Remedies for Treating Urinary Tract Ailments

Abstract

Urinary tract infections have become quite chronic currently. Approximately 150 million people are affected with urinary tract infections (UTIs) annually. The prevalence of urinary tract infections is high among the women population in comparison with men. It is coexistent with high mortality as well as morbidity. Urinary tract infections may exert their influence on any part of the tract such as urethra, ureters and kidneys. Synthetic drugs are being administered unrestrained to control such diseases leading to many impediments. Frequent administration of antibiotics causes adverse effects and impairs healthy bacteria in the body. Under such circumstances, traditional herbs as an efficacious alternative therapy has surfaced and playing a central role. This review explores the efficacy of some of these traditional herbs and the critical role that they play in managing urinary tract infections among the populace. It is advocated that herbal medicines can be a potential, sustainable alternative therapy for managing urinary tract infections.