Treating & Preventing Urinary Tract Infections, Urine Crystals and Kidney Stones in pets

As a pet owner, maintaining the health and immunity of your furry friend is a top priority. One way to do this is by using Bloom Bioscience’s Revitalize Hydration, Revitalize Health & Immunity, and Revitalize GI products. In this article, we will explore the importance of regular vet checkups, the role of water quality in pet health, the benefits of natural supplements for UTIs, and the ingredients in Revitalize supplements that help with UTIs, bladder infections and kidney stones.

Regular Vet Checkups

One of the most important things you can do as a pet owner is to schedule regular vet checkups for your pet. These checkups allow your vet to monitor your pet’s health and catch any potential health issues early on. During these checkups, your vet may also recommend certain supplements or products to help maintain your pet’s health and immunity.

Water Quality

Water quality is another important factor in maintaining your pet’s health. It is important to provide your pet with clean, fresh water at all times. This can help prevent UTIs and other urinary tract disorders. Additionally, providing bottled, filtered or spring water can help avoid any harmful chemicals or contaminants that may be present in your tap water.

Benefits of Natural Supplements

When it comes to treating UTIs and other urinary tract disorders, natural supplements can be a great alternative to antibiotics.  Antibiotics can have side effects such as killing the good gut bacteria, disrupting the microbiome, vomiting, diarrhea, and they can also contribute to the development of antibiotic-resistant bacteria [1]. Natural supplements, on the other hand, are made from natural ingredients and can help boost your pet’s immune system while also addressing the underlying issue naturally.

Revitalize Supplements- The Mechanism

Bloom Bioscience’s Revitalize Hydration, Revitalize Health & Immunity and Revitalize GI products are natural supplements that can help maintain your pet’s health and immunity.

• Revitalize Hydration is a pre-measured supplement mix that you add to one liter of purified water per packet that helps to keep your pet hydrated by providing essential electrolytes and minerals. It contains the correct concentration of potassium citrate, which is a chelator of calcium ions, and, therefore, it may be beneficial in dissolving calcium oxalate crystals in the urine and kidneys [2]. Dietary inclusion of potassium bicarbonate could also be beneficial for the prevention of calcium oxalate urolith formation in cats and dogs [3]. Citrate and bicarbonate are buffering agents that help maintaining a normal blood and urine pH. It is important to note that maintaining a proper urine pH naturally prevents/kills bacteria that cause UTIs.

• Revitalize Health & Immunity and Revitalize GI are encapsulated supplements that also help to regulate healthy urine chemistry and support digestive health, which can also help prevent kidney and bladder issues.  Changes in the glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) content in the urine have been associated with cystitis in cats and dogs [4]. Intravesical and oral administration of GAG or its precursors has been demonstrated helpful for cystitis in cats and dogs [5-6].   Revitalize Health& Immunity and Revitalize GI contain GAGs or its precursors and potent antioxidants such as NAG, NAC, hyaluronic acid, ginger root, chondroitin sulfate, Olive Leaf Extract, and lactoferrin which can help maintain a healthy gut microbiome. While the antioxidants prevent and fight the oxidative damage to the tissues, glycosaminoglycans and their precursors are needed to replace those lost due to aging or oxidative damage.

Conclusion

In conclusion, maintaining the health and immunity of your pet is crucial for their overall well-being. By scheduling regular vet checkups, providing clean water, and using natural supplements like Revitalize Hydration and Revitalize GI, you can help prevent UTIs, bladder infections, urine crystals, and kidney stones while also supporting your pet’s overall health (and avoid non-scheduled/emergency visits to the vet).

References

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[5] Bradley A. M., Lappin M. R. Intravesical glycosaminoglycans for obstructive feline idiopathic cystitis: a pilot study. Randomized Controlled Trial J. Feline Med. Surg. 16 (2014) 504-506.

[6] Panchaphanpong J., Asawakarn T., DVM, Pusoonthornthum R. Effects of oral administration of N-acetyl-d-glucosamine on plasma and urine concentrations of glycosaminoglycans in cats with idiopathic cystitis. Am. J. Vet. Res. 72 (2011) 843-850.