Drinking fluids helps people recover from a UTI. The best things to drink when you have a UTI are water, electrolyte drinks that are low in sugar, and unsweetened cranberry juice. You should avoid drinks that can irritate your bladder when you have a UTI like caffeinated beverages, acidic drinks, and alcohol.
Water
Water should be your go-to when you have a UTI. It keeps you hydrated without any added sugar or chemicals. Plus, if you have a fever, water also helps replace the fluid your body loses from overheating.
Unsweetened cranberry juice
Studies show that cranberry products can help prevent UTIs. It’s not clear if drinking cranberry juice when you already have a UTI will make it go away faster. But some people feel better if they drink cranberry juice when they have a UTI.
Electrolyte drinks
Premade electrolyte drinks contain electrolytes, water, and sugar. While they may not be the best option for everyday hydration, electrolyte drinks can help if you have a UTI.
Probiotic yogurt drinks
Probiotics are live “good” bacteria that have many health benefits. Lactobacillus is a “good bacteria” that lives in the genital area. It may help keep bacteria like E. Coli from growing and causing UTIs.There’s no evidence that probiotics can treat a UTI, but probiotics can help rebuild your natural microbiome. There’s evidence that they can help you avoid diarrhea from taking antibiotics for UTI treatment.