18 Causes of Urinary Tract Infections and Other Info

16. Dietary Factors and UTIs

Many wellness companies and influencers claim that a person's diet can affect their susceptibility to UTIs. These claims are often rooted in misinformation and half-truths. According to most modern research, diet is not an independent risk factor for UTIs.

A small amount of evidence does indicate that plant-based diets have links to lower UTI rates. However, researchers point out that this could simply be because individuals who consume plant-based diets are more likely to be health-conscious in other ways and practice a lifestyle that limits UTIs.