Your UTI may be caused by contaminated meat
The food that could be causing UTIs
- A new study has established a link between urinary tract infections (UTIs) and E coli found in contaminated meats.
- Researchers found that nearly one in five (18 per cent) of UTIs were connected to E. coli strains originating from animals.
- The study, conducted in Southern California, identified chicken and turkey as the most common sources of these E. coli strains.
- Socioeconomic status was highlighted as a risk factor, with 21.5 per cent of UTIs in high-poverty areas linked to animal-origin E. coli.
- Experts suggest preventative measures such as buying securely sealed meat, cooking thoroughly, and maintaining good hygiene after handling raw poultry.