The Hidden Connection Between Food and Bladder Control

The foods you eat may alter the urgency of your need to find a bathroom, according to research.
The Hidden Connection Between Food and Bladder Control
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Urinary incontinence, or involuntary urinary leakage, can be a nuisance and embarrassment. In more serious cases, it can make it harder for people to leave their homes and affect quality of life.

Urinary incontinence is common among adult women, affecting more than 60 percent of those in the United States, with more than 20 percent with moderate or more severe incontinence. In fact, if you’re a woman of a certain age, you probably know the location of every restroom in your local mall.
Mary West
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Mary West is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in Medical News Today, Small Business Today Magazine, and other publications. She holds two bachelor of science degrees from the University of Louisiana at Monroe.