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10 Tips for Living Well With IC

You are your own best ally when you have interstitial cystitis. A few key lifestyle changes can significantly reduce symptoms and prevent flare-ups. Get tips on living well with IC ›

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Eat Smart to Take Control of IC Symptoms

If you’ve been diagnosed with interstitial cystitis (IC) or have been battling bladder symptoms, it can be tough to know what to eat. You may feel paralyzed by conflicting advice on how to manage your diet. Or perhaps you eat only the same foods for fear that others may trigger painful symptoms.

If this sounds like you, take heart. You can help control your condition by taking control of your diet.

A few simple changes can help you avoid flare-ups, feel your best, and improve your overall health ›

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Invest in Yourself: How to Exercise with Interstitial Cystitis

When you have interstitial cystitis (IC) or suffer from painful bladder symptoms, it's natural to focus on the treatment and care of your condition. But don't forget that your overall health is important, too. One step that's essential to achieving good health? Exercise.

Exercise provides countless benefits, from lowering blood pressure and helping prevent cancer to reducing the risk for diabetes. It can even help you manage IC symptoms and reduce stress. If you've shied away from exercise because of painful bladder symptoms, you aren't alone. But it's time to take action to boost your overall well-being. The key is to approach exercise with your unique needs in mind.

The following tips will help get you started ›

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Glossary of Interstitial Cystitis Terms

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Reference: Kidneys and the Urinary System section on Better Medicine