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- ▶ 1SupplementsCranberry PAC Supplement
Use cranberry with 36 mg of proanthocyanidins (PACs) in a soluble form; not whole-berry formulations using skin/stem. Taken as a capsule once per day for recurrent UTI prevention. For women who tend to get post-coital UTIs, an option is two capsules on the day of sex and two the day after; noted as lower-data but low-risk.
- ▶ 1SupplementsD-Mannose
Take about 2 grams per day of D-mannose, mixed as a drink, to help reduce UTI risk.
- ▶ 1SupplementsProbiotics for UTI Prevention
Probiotics are used by some people for UTI prevention, though the guest notes heterogeneity and uncertainty about which are effective vaginally.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsIncrease Fluid Intake for Kidney Stone Prevention
Drink 2–3 liters of fluid per day to help prevent kidney stones.
- ▶ 1DietReduce Oxalate Intake
Reduce dietary oxalates to help prevent kidney stones; examples given include spinach, rhubarb, and many nuts. If prone to stones, avoid eating spinach daily and switch to a different green.
- ▶ 1DietIncrease Citrate Intake
Increase citrate intake because citrate inhibits kidney stone formation; fruits and vegetables were suggested sources. Crystal Light was mentioned as an easily accessible high-citrate option that can be consumed along with 2 to 3 liters of fluid.
- ▶ 1DietDecrease Protein Intake for Kidney Stone Prevention
Reduce high protein intake, especially purine-rich meats such as red meat, to lower kidney stone risk.
- ▶ 1SupplementsPain Medication for Conservative Kidney Stone Management
If a kidney stone is not accompanied by infection symptoms, conservative treatment can include pain medication while waiting for passage.
- ▶ 1SupplementsFlomax
Used both for kidney stone passage and enlarged prostate/BPH symptoms. It relaxes ureteral smooth muscle to allow a stone to pass more easily and, as an alpha blocker, helps enlarged prostate symptoms by relaxing the area and allowing urine to pass more easily.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsSeek Immediate Care for Kidney Stone with Infection Symptoms
If a kidney stone is accompanied by infection signs such as fevers or chills, get treated right away because people can become very sick quickly.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsStop Oral Contraceptives if They Cause Sexual Dysfunction or Pelvic Pain
If oral contraceptives seem to be contributing to sexual dysfunction or pelvic pain, stop them and consider a long-acting contraceptive method instead.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsReduce SSRI Dose if Sexual Dysfunction Occurs
If SSRIs are causing sexual dysfunction and the person is otherwise doing well, consider reducing the dose.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsSwitch from SSRI to Wellbutrin if Sexual Dysfunction Occurs
Consider switching to another antidepressant such as Wellbutrin if SSRIs are causing sexual dysfunction.
- ▶ 1SupplementsViagra
Can be added if medication changes are not possible and SSRIs are contributing to erectile dysfunction.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsLimit Caffeine if It Worsens Urinary Symptoms
If coffee or other caffeine sources make you urinate frequently, reduce intake because caffeine is a bladder irritant.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsLimit Alcohol if It Worsens Urinary Symptoms
Alcohol is a bladder irritant; reduce intake if it worsens urinary symptoms.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsLimit Carbonated Beverages if They Worsen Urinary Symptoms
Carbonated beverages can irritate the bladder lining; limit if they worsen symptoms.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsLimit Spicy Foods if They Worsen Urinary Symptoms
Spicy foods can irritate the bladder lining; limit if they worsen symptoms.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsLimit Acidic Foods if They Worsen Urinary Symptoms
Acidic foods can irritate the bladder lining; limit if they worsen symptoms.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsMaintain Good Posture While Cycling
Use good posture while cycling to reduce pressure on the perineum and support pelvic floor health.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsAvoid Aero Riding if It Causes Symptoms
Leaning far forward in an aero position increases pressure on the bike seat beak and is associated with more issues; avoid if symptomatic.
- ▶ 1ToolsWider, Noseless Bike Seat
Use a wider bike seat without a nose to reduce genital numbness and possible pelvic floor or sexual issues from cycling; avoid seats with cutouts because mechanics data suggest they increase pressure around the opening.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsUse Condoms for Anal Sex
Use a condom during anal sex because sexually transmitted infections are more likely due to thin, friable anal tissue and easier bleeding/trauma.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsUse Lubricant for Anal Sex
Always use lubricant for anal sex because the anus does not produce endogenous lubrication. Choose lubricants that are isoosmolar to the anus; specifically look up anal-pH-compatible lubricants. Oil-based lubricants last longer but should not be used with condoms.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsTake Time and Never Force Anal Penetration
For anal sex, proceed slowly, never force, and prioritize consent and caution to avoid trauma. If engaging in anal penetration, start with something smaller and work up gradually rather than beginning with a large-girth object.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsPrevent Diabetes
Prevent or manage diabetes as part of preventing sexual dysfunction.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsTry One Supplement at a Time
When experimenting with libido/sexual-function supplements, try one at a time so you can tell what is working.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsQuit Vaping
Quit vaping because it harms erections and sexual function.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsAssess Cardiovascular Health if Organic Erectile Dysfunction Develops
If true biologic/organic impotence develops, get cardiovascular health assessed because erectile dysfunction can be an early sign of cardiovascular disease.
- ▶ 1BehaviorsEar Training
Start at a young age to drastically improve the chance of developing perfect pitch.