Peipei Wishnow, PhD
Aging is good, but aging with vigor and health is better!
One age-related health issue that may be flying under your radar is bladder health. That should not be the case. Statistics show bladder issues, such as frequent urination at night, urge, and incontinence, affect all demographic groups and markedly reduce people’s quality of life especially as they age.
A recent letter from a retired medical doctor makes the point: “I knew your BetterWOMAN bladder product when it was introduced 20-some years ago. I have used it on many of my patients with reliable results. Now I am older, and I am ordering it for myself!”
This endorsement represents over 25 years of trust many healthcare professionals have placed in our two bladder control formulas BetterWOMAN® and BetterMAN®–both clinically tested, market-confirmed, effective, and safe.
In this practical guide and reflection, I will explore the intricacies of the aging bladder, its impact on vibrant aging, the constraints of conventional treatments, and effective natural solutions.
The Real-Life Impact of Bladder Control Issues
There are three major types of bladder control issues: frequent urination during the day and/or at night, also called overactive bladder (OAB); urinary urgency, urinary incontinence, including urge urinary incontinence (UUI); and stress urinary incontinence (SUI).
Some people have only one type of bladder issue, for example, frequent urination at night, but no leakage problems, and others have multiple types of bladder issues, for example, leakage when sneezing or coughing, frequent urination day and night, and uncontrollable urges and occasional accidents.
The major triggers for women’s bladder issues are menopause, vaginal childbirth, and hysterectomy. The major triggers for men are aging, prostate issues, and prostate surgery.
Some young people could experience bladder problems starting in their teenage years resulting from issues like obesity, during the menstrual cycle, or those with medical issues such as MS.
Statistics show that the prevalence of bladder control issues could reach 50% for those over age 65 with the number increasing in advanced age.
Statistics is one thing; real-life impact is another. Although rarely life-threatening, bladder control issues shake one’s self-confidence, restrict freedom and activities, reduce the quality of sleep and energy levels, limit social interactions, and often cause humiliation, depression, and self-isolation. Oh, and all of that is before accounting for the expenses of diapers, pads, laundry, and medications.
The following examples help illustrate the real-life issues:
- A 96-year-old nun at the Little Sisters for the Poor had to get up 5-6 times a night to go to the bathroom, which interrupted her sleep and left her exhausted during the day.
- 68-year-old Anne eagerly planned an extensive group trip abroad after she retired, but only watched her dream disappear because of her constant need for bathroom stops.
- 75-year-old George, afraid of having an accident at night, stopped staying overnight at his son’s house to spend more time with his favorite grandson.
- A 55-year-old police officer had to wear pads during her active-duty shift.
- A 45-year-old doctor with MS could not finish her regular 45-minute patient sessions without a bathroom break.
- 82-year-old Cathy had to map out all the bathroom locations before she went out shopping.
Bladder issues are not life-threatening but are certainly life- diminishing.
The Current Conventional Treatments and Limitations
Those with bladder issues desperately seek solutions but are encountering numerous hurdles:
- Severe side effects from OAB and incontinence medications, including dry mouth, constipation, and the reported possibility of dementia and hallucinations.
- Dental decay caused by dry mouth.
- Polypharmacy among the senior cohort.
- Advised by their urologist, “to live with it, it’s just a part of aging.”
- Reverting to humiliating use of adult diapers and pads to manage incontinence.
- Surgeries, especially for SUI and UI, with outcomes either short-lived or ineffective.
- Behavioral management, such as limiting liquid intake, timing and mapping bathroom trips, and avoiding certain beverages such as caffeine.
All these treatment options have certain merits and practical usage. But for those who demand vibrant aging with an active lifestyle, none is acceptable.
25 Years of Success with BetterWOMAN® and BetterMAN®
BetterWOMAN®
BetterWOMAN is the first American launched and clinically tested natural bladder control supplement specially formulated for improving women’s bladder health.
US clinical study results showed that after 60 days of daily usage among women aged 45-75:
- 80% reported reduced urinary leakage.
- 75% reported reduced urinary urgency.
- 73% reported reduced urinary frequency.
- Better sleep during the night.
- Better energy during the day.
- Better overall feeling of well-being.
- No known side effects.
One of the most significant benefits of BetterWOMAN is that the product works slowly and gently with no known side effects, or contraindications with other medications.
BetterWOMAN is synergistically formulated with twenty pure natural herbs, based on Traditional Chinese Medicine theory and western medical testing. The formula promotes blood circulation, naturally modulates hormones, enhances neuromuscular function, and strengthens the muscles controlling bladder function. The stronger the muscles, the better the bladder control.
Dora’s story – after 5 children and 30 years of incontinence. When BetterWOMAN was launched, I had a meeting with Ken, an advertising executive. During the meeting Ken paid unusual attention to BetterWOMAN, and asked me many detailed questions regarding its efficacy, safety, and side effects.
The next day Ken called and shared with me that his wife Dora had bladder problems. Dora was sixty-one and had given birth to five children. She had suffered from horrific incontinence after the birth of their youngest 30 years ago. Dora tried numerous medications prescribed by her doctor, but the side effects were more detrimental than the incontinence. So, she finally surrendered to pads, diapers, and depression.
Ken asked me if Dora could try BetterWOMAN.
Honestly, I was not sure at that time if BetterWOMAN could help Dora. Although all the women in our study had various bladder control issues, none had a situation similar to Dora’s.
After some consultation and three months of use, Dora started to notice minute improvements with NO side effects. We were all thrilled. After one year, Dora did not need to use pads. And 25 years later, Dora is still a loyal, happy BetterWOMAN user.
Over the past 25 years, I have recorded many equally life-changing stories like this. Each individual’s case is different. Some still bring me to tears. I am grateful that our products and our team could make such meaningful contributions to people’s lives.
BetterMAN®
BetterMAN is a 3-in-1 formula for improving men’s bladder control, sexual health, and prostate health.
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BetterMAN has been tested in multiple US studies with data showing:
- 70% with improved sexual and urinary functions.
- 68% with reduced urinary frequency, urinary urgency, and leakage.
- 60% with improved sexual stamina, erectile function, and libido.
- Naturally boosted endogenous testosterone levels.
- Improved prostate health.
- Improved sleep quality, energy levels and sense of well-being.
- No known side effects.
BetterMAN is formulated with eighteen pure natural Chinese herbs, based on Traditional Chinese Medicine principles to improve men’s blood circulation, hormone balance, and neuromuscular functions.
John’s story – enlarged prostate. John’s story was reported by a Boston Globe health reporter in 2000.
John was fifty-four with an enlarged prostate. He had both decreased sexual function, and frequent urination during the day and at night. He learned about BetterMAN from his wife, a pharmacist in Boston.
In the interview, he said “When I pee, my stream is like a pinched hose going all directions. It is very annoying. At my age, it hurts my self-image.” After two months on BetterMAN, John had more normal urine streams and only had to get up 1-2 times at night instead of his regular 5-6 times a night. His sexual performance and libido were noticeably improved as well. He has been using BetterMAN ever since for maintenance.
Why was the Globe reporter interested in interviewing John? Because the leading urologist at UCSF, Tom Lue MD, published a research article in the Journal of Urology showing that the BetterMAN formula improved erectile function in 100% of the impotent animal tested.
The reporter wanted to find out if BetterMAN could help men with the same problem – that was the era of the Viagra® launch and the mainstream media was interested in the issue. To the reporter’s surprise, BetterMAN users not only reported sexual benefits such as increased libido and spontaneous erections, they also reported BetterMAN’s benefits to their bladder, urinary function, incontinence and prostate health.
All were surprised to learn that one formula could have multiple benefits for men—which is exactly what differentiates Traditional Chinese Medicine treatment of the body as a whole versus western medicine focusing on only one outcome.
Summary
Bladder control issues are more common than we know. The prevalence of bladder control issues is age-related and happens to almost 50% of us as we age.
Bladder control issues impact millions of adults by reducing their self-confidence and restricting their freedom to live active lives, discouraging social interactions, disrupting sleep quality, and often resulting in humiliation, depression, isolation, and loneliness.
The current conventional treatments have numerous issues with efficacy and side effects that often push adults to resort to self-isolation and use of diapers.
Bladder issues are not life-threatening, but certainly life- diminishing. Active adults deserve better options.
BetterWOMAN and BetterMAN are two clinically tested, market-confirmed, efficacious, and safe natural alternatives that can be confidently used by yourself and your clients.
In addition, like any other age-related health issues, bladder health should be managed from a prevention point of view. Integrating BetterWOMAN and BetterMAN early in the aging process could add many years of active life to adults as they age. For younger adults, managing bladder issues early and proactively could improve their self-confidence, self-image, career, and relationships.
BetterWOMAN and BetterMAN offer two trusted tools for your personal and professional toolbox.
Aging is good, but aging with vigor and health is better!
Special Notes
- How long before someone sees the results? Most people will start to see some results within 2-3 months. For some, it will take longer. For faster results, double the dosage for the first 2-3 months.
- Will everyone benefit? Nothing works for 100% of the people. But we can confidently say that BetterMAN and BetterWOMAN work for most people who followed the regimens. Twenty-five years of field tests by both healthcare professionals and a wide range of the general public is a sound confirmation of the efficacy and safety of the products.
- Can people with MS and other neurological illnesses use the products? Our products may help bladder control issues, but not the underlying neurologic illness.
Dietary supplement usage needs to be discussed with a physician or contact us for additional information.
- Should I continue to use the product for maintenance? Yes. Bladder issues are aging-related issues, which will benefit from maintenance and continued improvements. Same as regular exercise for better muscle strength, regular usage can further improve and maintain bladder urinary health.
Contact Information
For more information on studies and cases, please visit our website www.BeBetterNow.com.
If you are a medical doctor or wellness professional interested in wholesale accounts or more information, please contact us at HCP@BeBetterNow.com or call 888 825 9793. We are looking forward to collaborating with you.
BetterWOMAN and BetterMAN are also available at professional distributors: Emerson Ecologics, Natural Partners and Fullscript.
Disclaimer
THE STATEMENTS IN THIS ARTICLE ARE THE PERSONAL VIEWS OF DR. PEIPEI WISHNOW, PHD. THE STATEMENTS HAVE NOT BEEN EVALUATED BY THE FDA. THE PRODUCTS MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE ARE NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE. INDIVIDUAL RESULTS MAY VARY. ©2024 INTERCEUTICALS, INC.
Published February 24, 2024
About the Author
Peipei Wishnow, PhD, is the founder and president of Interceuticals, Inc. pwishnow@BeBetterNow.com