Yeast Infection Natural Treatments
Yeast infections are pretty common, but nevertheless they can be really problematic if left unchecked. Thankfully, you can get rid of this infection, with some natural remedies. This means that you may not have to resort to powerful chemical antibiotics and other medications after all!
Let's start of off with steps you can take right at home.
- If you are suffering from vaginal yeast infection, you can soak a tampon in plain yogurt and use it twice a day, until the various symptoms start disappearing. This helps because yogurt contains a variety of the lactobacillus bacteria which is known to prevent the growth of candida, which causes yeast infection. Plain yogurt with active cultures can also be eaten.
- A similar treatment with a tampon involves the use of tea tree oil on a lubricated tampon prior to use. It has been scientifically proven that the compound terpinen-4-ol in tea tree oil, helps in getting rid of this infection. Take care not to use tea tree oil without diluting it first because undiluted oil may harm your sensitive skin.
- You can also use a mixture of apple cider vinegar, water and garlic clove for douching the affected area of the body.
- Using a tampon containing diluted potassium sorbate mixture in water, can also help in getting rid of yeast infection.
- Boric acid can also help cure yeast infection for good. Boric acid, as you may already know, has mild antifungal properties. This is why using vaginal suppositories containing boric acid is a good idea. However, take care not to use boric acid for a long time and neither if you have cuts or wounds on your skin.
- Using garlic paste is safe for parts of your body other than the genital region. Garlic possesses an anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal property which is exactly what can help you when you have a yeast infection.
- A herbal douche, containing sage, raspberry, comfrey and goldenseal mixed in cider vinegar can also be effective.
- When you have a yeast infection, you must take care of your diet too. Stop having sugary food because sugar in your bloodstream does promote the rapid growth of the yeast. Even spicy items or those which are hard to digest should be avoided.
- Drink lots of water and have fresh fruits (select non-starchy ones) to keep the body balance of minerals and vitamins. You will need the nutrients to get over a yeast infection.
When you have yeast infection, personal hygiene becomes really important too. This is because, unless you keep the affected area clean and dry, irritation will occur and your condition may just get aggravated. So, wash the affected are with a medicinal soap once or twice a day. If there is incessant itching, try cold compress or bathe the area with cold water.
While these natural remedies may help you, you must also consult a doctor if the yeast infection is getting severe and painful. Sometimes only professional medical advice and strong medicines can help you overcome yeast infection.
