Another Reason To Lose Weight: Obesity Is Associated With Urinary Tract Infections
by admin on Monday, February 13th, 2012 | No Comments
February 9, 2012 — Obesity as measured by body mass index (BMI) is associated with increased risk for urinary tract infection (UTI) and pyelonephritis in both sexes, according to a retrospective, cross-sectional study. Overall, the incidences of UTI …
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Comments: Well here is another reason to keep your weight under control! Obesity is connected with recurrent urinary tract infections and kidney infections known as Pyelonephritis. Obesity decreases immune system function and also is connected with insulin resistance which is the cause of diabetes. Any problem with sugar regulation will cause trouble with the body’s capacity to fight infection.
