If you have a bladder condition, such as IC, a variety of foods can irritate your bladder. Both common and unusual foods may cause irritation: All alcoholic beverages, including champagne. Apples.
Are apples good for the bladder?
We've all heard that cranberries and cranberry juice are great for bladder health - don't forget about the other tasty fruits and fruit juices that also help to improve bladder function. Apples, bananas, berries (strawberries, blueberries) and pears are all healthy, filling snacks that are also high in fiber.
What foods irritate the bladder?
Certain foods and beverages might irritate your bladder, including:
- Coffee, tea and carbonated drinks, even without caffeine.
- Alcohol.
- Certain acidic fruits — oranges, grapefruits, lemons and limes — and fruit juices.
- Spicy foods.
- Tomato-based products.
- Carbonated drinks.
- Chocolate.
