Sugar can irritate the bladder, leading to symptoms such as urgency and discomfort. Both refined sugars and natural sugars, like honey, can stimulate the bladder, causing sudden urges to urinate. Excessive sugar intake has been linked to increasing bladder irritation symptoms, making it important to monitor sugar consumption if you experience bladder issues.
What you eat has a big effect on how your bladder behaves? While it’s different for everyone, there are many foods that can irritate the bladder. These include things like acidic foods (think citrus or tomatoes), caffeine, and yes, even sugar. Sugar can stimulate the bladder, causing sudden urges, which may lead to leaks. Even natural sugars, like honey, or artificial sweeteners can cause this irritation.
Sources
https://nafc.org/bhealth-blog/the-truth-about-sugar-and-incontinence
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