1. Probiotics & Plant-Based Compounds in Urinary Health
Saraiva, A., Raheem, D., Roy, P. R., & BinMowyna, M. N. (2025).
Probiotics and Plant-Based Foods as Preventive Agents of Urinary Tract Infection: A Narrative Review of Possible Mechanisms Related to Health.
Nutrients, 17(6), 986.
Key Findings:
- Reviews the role of specific probiotic strains in supporting urinary tract health
- Highlights plant-based synergists such as D-mannose and cranberry
- Supports their combined use as preventive agents against urinary tract infections (UTIs)
2. Non-Antibiotic Approaches to UTI Prevention
Cipriani, C., Carilli, M., Rizzo, M., & Miele, M. T. (2025).
Bioactive Compounds as Alternative Approaches for Preventing Urinary Tract Infections in the Era of Antibiotic Resistance.
Antibiotics, 14(2), 144.
Key Findings:
- Identifies D-mannose, cranberry, and probiotics as effective non-antibiotic strategies
- Emphasizes their importance amid rising antibiotic resistance
- Supports integrative, nutraceutical-based urinary health solutions
3. Synergistic Nutraceuticals for Urinary Support
Mainini, G., Passaro, M., & Schiattarella, A. (2020).
Prevention and treatment of cystitis during menopause: efficacy of a nutraceutical containing D-mannose, inulin, cranberry, bearberry, Olea europaea, Orthosiphon, and Lactobacillus acidophilus.
Menopause Review, 19(1), 1–6.
Key Findings:
- Demonstrates the effectiveness of D-mannose, inulin (prebiotic), cranberry, and probiotics
- Validates the synergistic approach for urinary tract support
- Confirms benefits in reducing cystitis-related symptoms
4. Gut Microbiota, Inflammation & Metabolic Health (Incomplete Reference)
Dewulf, E. M., Cani, P. D.
Reference incomplete – full citation pending.
Notes:
- Research by these authors commonly focuses on gut microbiota modulation, inflammation, and metabolic health
- Relevant to probiotic-driven gut and immune system support
- Full citation can be added once source details are available
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