Evidence supporting the use of: Tea (unspecified)
For the health condition: Bladder Infection

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
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Tea, including both black and green varieties, has traditionally been consumed for general health and wellness, but its use specifically for bladder infections (urinary tract infections, UTIs) is primarily based on folk remedies rather than strong scientific evidence. Historically, some herbal teas, such as those made from uva-ursi, bearberry, or certain traditional Chinese or Ayurvedic blends, have been used for urinary tract health, but standard black or green tea is not a prominent part of these traditions for this purpose. The mild diuretic effect of tea, due to its caffeine content, has led to the belief that it may help 'flush out' the urinary tract, yet this is not a treatment for infection itself. Current scientific literature does not support the use of standard tea as a treatment for bladder infections. While tea contains polyphenols with some antimicrobial properties in laboratory studies, there is no clinical evidence that drinking tea can treat or significantly prevent bladder infections in humans. In fact, in some cases, the caffeine in tea could potentially irritate the bladder and worsen symptoms. Therefore, while the use of tea for bladder infection has some traditional basis, the evidence supporting its effectiveness is weak, and it is not considered a recommended therapy in modern medical practice.

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