Millions of people suffer with Interstitial Cystitis / Painful Bladder Syndrome often referred to as IC/PBS. For most, diet is the first line of defense to manage Interstitial Cystitis symptoms and help relieve bladder pain.

The most widely supported diet guidlines for people suffering with IC/PBS is the Interstitial Cystitis Diet (IC Diet) which is based on emerging research as well as patient interviews.  The new 2009 IC/PBS Food List is a comprehensive list of foods that are bladder friendly, foods that may be worth trying when you are starting to improve and foods to approach with caution if you are struggling with symptoms.

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The Law is clear, "Click it or Ticket." Unfortunately, too many of us who suffer with pelvic pain or Interstitial Cystitis go without wearing a seat belt because of the uncomfortable bladder pressure and pain. 

Reiki: A Complementary & Alternative Therapy

Complementary and alternative therapies refer to health care systems, practices, and products that are not part of conventional medicine (drugs, surgery and medical devices such as Interstim). The alternative therapies most often used to treat painful bladder symptoms in Interstitial Cystitis patients include biofeedback, diet-based therapies, herbal remedies, massage, yoga, Pilates and Reiki.

Aloe Vera has long been proclaimed as a medicinal plant helpful in healing a long list of diseases and disorders.  It's a natural anti-inflammatory that has been used for centuries both internally and externally.

Aloe Vera is a natural occurring polysaccharide.  If that term sounds familiar to you, it's because Elmiron (most common drug prescribed for interstitial cystitis) is a synthetic polysaccharide. In fact, some specific types of Aloe Vera are used as a natural alternative to Elmiron.