This post is sponsored by Uqora, but all of the opinions within are those of The Everygirl editorial board.
If 30-year-old superlatives were a thing, mine would unfortunately be “Most Likely to Get a UTI.” For years, I lived in constant high alert, waiting for my body to sabotage my social calendar with that unmistakable here-it-comes feeling. If you’ve ever spent 48 hours in a battle with your own bladder, you know the mental tax of waiting for the next flare-up is just as exhausting as the physical pain.
This cycle hit a breaking point during a recent girls’ trip when I spent more time scrambling for a prescription than packing my favorite outfits. Once you’ve experienced the agony of crying on a toilet seat—a sensation once described to me as “peeing out glass”—you never want to take your chances again. After a summer of heating pads and urgent care co-pays, I’m officially done being reactive. I’ve stopped waiting for the other shoe to drop and finally learned how to get proactive, starting with Uqora.
For a long time, my “UTI cycle” was as predictable as it was exhausting. It always started with that sudden, nagging urge to urinate, followed quickly by that peeing glass sensation and a general body ache that made it impossible to focus on work or enjoy my life. I spent several months in this loop, hemorrhaging money on urgent care co-pays and endless rounds of antibiotics.
I finally reached a breaking point: I realized I wasn’t just “unlucky,” I was part of a massive group of women being underserved by the traditional wait-and-see approach. Studies show approximately 60% of women will experience a UTI in their lifetime, and of those, up to 40% will experience a second one. Dealing with that constant threat takes up a ridiculous amount of headspace. I was a self-proclaimed expert with a medicine cabinet full of test strips and random pills, yet I was still living in fear.
I didn’t want to just treat symptoms anymore; I wanted to support my urinary health and actually get ahead. That’s when I found Uqora. As a female-founded brand started by a fellow UTI sufferer, they actually understand the desperation of wanting a solution that works.
When I first tried Uqora Flush Advanced+, I was relieved by how simple it was. One of the best parts for me was that it combined all of the different ingredients I was already taking in pill form into one simple packet that I can drink daily. The ease of being able to mix it into my water instead of swallowing handfuls of supplements was an immediate win.
Flavor-wise, I was a little worried about it tasting like cough medicine, but it’s actually lovely. The flavor is super subtle—more like a hint of juice than a supplement. It’s super easy to drink, and the portability is a game-changer. I can throw a packet in my bag to have on hand while I’m out, whether I’m at the gym, on a date, or traveling to see my best friends. It’s the ultimate urinary health hack because it fits perfectly into a busy lifestyle without being a chore.
According to the American Urological Association, approximately 60% of women will experience a UTI in their lifetime. Of those women, 20-40% will experience a second one, and a staggering 25-50% of that group will go on to experience multiple recurrent UTIs.**
While we’ve all been told to “just drink more water,” when you’re part of those statistics, sometimes you need more than just hydration. And I’m the type of person who needs to know the why behind a product before I commit to it. Flush Advanced+ actually helps to reduce the risk of recurrent UTIs in healthy women.‡ It’s formulated with two science-backed, clinically studied ingredients that work in tandem. Unlike other temporary solutions, these ingredients work to bind to microorganisms and help flush them from the urinary tract.†
While I swear by the convenience of the individual packets, if you are looking for Uqora’s maximum and most robust level of care, you might want to look into the Flush Advanced+ Regimen. This combines the power of the drink mix with a daily supplement routine to provide their most comprehensive support. It’s designed for those of us who have truly been through the wringer with our urinary health and want to ensure we have our bases covered.
The biggest surprise since starting this routine hasn’t just been the physical relief—it’s the mindset shift. I no longer have a “mental tab” constantly open in the back of my mind, wondering if my next trip or workout is going to be derailed.
I feel in control of my body again. There is a certain confidence that comes from knowing you’re taking the most proactive steps possible. With over 45,000 5-star brand reviews, it’s clear I’m not the only one who has finally found their holy grail for urinary health. If you are a frequent traveler, a busy professional, or someone who has dealt with the persistent frustration of recurrent issues, this is your sign. You don’t have to wait for the pain to start to take care of yourself. You deserve to live your life without a backup plan for your bladder.
With more than four years of professional experience, Keely loves the power social media has to connect others from all over the world. She has conceptualized and spearheaded many of The Everygirl and The Everymom’s most viral posts. Her work has been shared by many beloved celebrities, including Kourtney Kardashian, Kylie Jenner, Gigi Hadid, Jen Atkin, Kaia Gerber, and Shonda Rhimes—just to name a few.
This post is sponsored by Uqora, but all of the opinions within are those of The Everygirl editorial board.
† These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
‡ Consuming 500 mg in one stick pack each day of this whole cranberry fruit powder dietary supplement in Flush Advanced+ may help reduce the risk of recurrent urinary tract infection (UTI) in healthy women. FDA has concluded that there is limited scientific evidence supporting this claim.
*Total US Urinary Tract Drink Mix, Latest 52 Weeks ending 8/10/2024.
**2 Anger, J., et al. “Recurrent Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections in Women: AUA/CUA/SUFU Guideline (2022).”
