Article: Keeping hydrated is the easiest way to prevent a UTI, and it's also important for your overall health. Drink at least 6 to 8 8  fl oz (240 mL) glasses of water every day to help “flush out” your system and prevent UTIs. The longer urine is in your bladder, the more bacteria can grow. Women should always wipe with toilet paper from front to back, especially after a bowel movement. This prevents bacterial contamination from feces. Women, especially, should always urinate after sex to stop bacteria from moving into the urethra. Birth control methods that use spermicide increase the risk of UTIs. However, using non-oral contraceptives without spermicide increases the risk of unwanted pregnancy. A good compromise is to switch to oral contraceptives, intrauterine devices or contraceptive rings, if possible. The goal is to keep your genital area as dry as possible. Loose, preferably cotton, pants and underwear let air pass better than nylon underwear or tight jeans. No conclusive research exists yet on the connection between high-fiber diets and UTIs. However, high-fiber diets will decrease the chances of constipation, which is a common cause of UTIs. Many people prevent UTIs by eating diets full of beans, lentils, whole grains, and root vegetables.
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Drink lots of water. Urinate as soon as you feel the urge. Take special care after sexual activity. Wear loose clothing on the lower half of your body. Maintain a high-fiber diet.