M isconceptions

about Bladder Pain and Urinary Tract Infections ( UTI s )

If you suffer from bladder pain or reoccurring UTIs, you’re probably doing all the things to avoid the next painful onset: drinking enough water, and consuming cranberry juice or cranberry extract. Bladder discomfort can happen when bacteria enters the urinary system by way of the urethra. Most commonly, this bacteria comes from the bowel. But could something else be causing the issue?

Misconception 1 : Bladder irritation is always a UTI . People experiencing bladder urgency or pain may think that they have a UTI. However, bladder irritation often occurs when the body is taking in food that cannot be digested properly.

Misconception 2 : Taking antibiotics will rid the pain or discomfort. Looking at the issue scientifically, this is what we know: Cultivating a healthy gut balance through proper nutrition can get to the source of what is causing the irritation, and may be a helpful therapy for reoccurring or chronic issues.

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 26

Alfalfa Bluegrass Festival – 2-10pm. Entertainment includes live acoustic music, an acoustic open stage and local bluegrass performers, including headliner Miles Over Mountains and an option to camp after the festival. Food and beer available for purchase. This is a low-impact, outdoor, cash-only event. No dogs allowed. $25/ adult, $10/child in advance; $40 at the gate. Camping $20 in advance. 1560 Rockton Rd, Caledonia. LearnGrowConnect. org/specialevents.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

TheosoFEST Mind, Body, Spirit Festival – 10am-5pm. Includes talks on meditation, Buddhism, holistic healing and more. Vegetarian food, a holistic marketplace showcasing more than 100 vendors, a festive Kids’ Korner, intuitive readings, labyrinth walks, tai chi and yoga, and more. Admission free, $5 parking. Theosophical Society, 1926 N Main St, Wheaton. 630-668-1571 x 315. Theosophical.org/theosofest.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

Holistic Health Fai r – 10am-5pm. Explore holistic health and metaphysical topics, local vendors, speakers and energy workers with a wide range of products and services. $10/online, $12/ day of, free/16 & under. DoubleTree by Hilton Libertyville-Mundelein, 510 E IL Rte 83, Mundelein. 262-515-1472. HolisticHealthFair.org.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

5th International and Scientific Pyramid Conference: Pyramid Secrets – Sept 22-24. An amazing group of international speakers, 2 initiations and several 2-hr workshops, remarkable vendors, along with a Saturday night vegetarian buffet. $125. Golden Pyramid House, Gurnee. 773-456-9202. GlobalPyramidConference.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 14

Trinity Health Freedom Expo Weekend – Oct 14-15. 9am-6pm, Sat; 9am-5pm, Sun. Offers resources to help navigate changes in healthcare and learn new ways to improve physical and mental health. Health experts, innovative natural products and services from more than 75 exhibitors. $25/advance, $30/at door; $5 discount for Military, Seniors, Trinity School Students and Alumni, Healthcare Workers, and First Responders. Tinley Park Convention Center, 18451 Convention Center Dr, Tinley Park. Register: 888-658-3976 or TrinityHealthFreedomExpo.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21

Body Mind Spirit Expo – Oct 21-22. 10am7pm, Sat; 10am-6pm, Sun. Immerse yourself in the holistic community with our incredible 100+ performers & vendors. $15. Midwest Conference Center, 401 W Lake St, Northlake. BMSE.net.

7th Annual Women’s Mycelium Mysteries Conference – Sept 22-24. Hosted by Midwest Women’s Herbal focusing on all things in the mushroom world. Workshops offered at the beginner through advanced levels on topics such as wild mushroom skills, fungal ecology, fungi and human health, and ethnomycology. Keynote speakers are Katherine MacLean, PhD, Cornelia Cho, MD, and Anne Pringle, PhD. Almond, WI. Tickets & to register: MidwestWomensHerbal.com.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4

16th Annual Green Living Expo – 10am3pm. Who should attend: community members interested in doing business with local eco-friendly professionals; individuals who wish to educate themselves about topics like local food options, eco-friendly businesses, and shopping, energy savings, sustainable principles for daily life; people who are looking for new ways to incorporate sustainable principles into their lives. Free. McHenry County College, 8900 US-14, Crystal Lake. 815-479-7765. McHenry.edu/greenexpo.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 5

Holistic Health Fair – 10am-5pm. Explore holistic health and metaphysical topics, local vendors, speakers and energy workers with a wide range of products and services. $10/online, $12/day of, free/16 & under. Hilton Chicago/Northbrook, 2855 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook. 262-515-1472. HolisticHealthFair.org.