Maintaining a healthy bladder depends on multiple factors, including hydration, urinary habits, and diet. Some fruits and vegetables provide water, antioxidants, vitamins, and bioactive compounds that contribute to urinary tract well-being and help maintain proper urinary health.
The best fruits for bladder health
Cranberries
Cranberries are one of the most studied fruits in the field of urinary health. They contain proanthocyanidins, compounds that can make it difficult for certain bacteria to adhere to the walls of the urinary tract.
Watermelon
Thanks to its high water content, watermelon promotes hydration and helps maintain an adequate urinary volume, an important aspect for proper bladder function.
Pear
Pears provide water and fiber, making them a light and well-tolerated option within a balanced diet for urinary care.
Vegetables that are bladder allies
Cucumber
Composed of more than 95% water, cucumber helps increase daily water intake and promotes adequate hydration.
Celery
Celery contains a large amount of water and nutrients that contribute to a healthy and balanced diet.
Zucchini
It is a light vegetable, rich in water, and easy to incorporate into the daily diet, especially for people looking to increase their vegetable consumption.
Hydration remains key
Although some foods contain a high proportion of water, they do not replace proper fluid intake. Maintaining adequate hydration helps promote the normal functioning of the urinary system and bladder.
In this regard, myLit-Control® App can be a useful tool for tracking daily water consumption and setting personalized reminders to help maintain constant hydration.
Supplement a healthy diet with specific support for urinary well-being
Although a diet rich in fruits and vegetables can contribute to maintaining good urinary health, for some people it may be advisable to supplement these habits with specific solutions for urinary tract care:
Metiofitina® is a food supplement formulated to help maintain favorable urinary conditions. Its composition is designed to acidify the urine and thus create a hostile environment so that the most common bacteria cannot proliferate.
Utipro® Plus AF is a medical device indicated for the control and prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections. It acts in the intestine, creating a protective barrier and limiting the proliferation of bacteria associated with these infections.
Citrafitina® is a food supplement formulated to increase urinary pH and thus prevent discomfort caused by urinary infections, such as burning and stinging.
The combination of proper hydration, a diet rich in plant-based foods, and specific solutions when necessary can help maintain bladder and urinary tract well-being.
References:
Bazi, T., Hammoud, M., Fares, N., Moussa, D., Jurjus, A., & Badran, B. (2020). Prevention of recurrent urinary tract infections: Review of available non-antibiotic strategies. International Urogynecology Journal, 31(11), 2235–2244. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-020-04272-1
European Association of Urology. (2025). EAU Guidelines on Urological Infections. European Association of Urology. https://uroweb.org/guidelines/urological-infections
