How to Treat a Yeast Infection Naturally

Vaginal yeast infections are caused by an overgrowth of Candida albicans, a fungus that normally lives in your body. Certain conditions can create an environment for the fungus to proliferate, and some of the common symptoms are a cheesy white discharge, irritation, intense burning and itching, and redness in the area.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Herbs For Douche
• Yeasts Infection Remedy
• Vinegar
• Lactobacillus
• Acidophilus
• Garlic Cloves
• Plain Yogurt

1. Eat yogurt. It contains helpful bacteria (live cultures, including acidophilus and bifidus) that destroy yeast. It also works when applied topically. Insert some into the vagina using a finger or plastic tampon applicator. Use only plain yogurt with active cultures.

2. Take lactobacillus/acidophilus supplements. Use according to the directions on the bottle.

3. Douche with a solution of 1 to 3 tbsp. vinegar in a quart of water. Repeat once a day while having symptoms, but no longer than a week.

4. Decrease or eliminate sugar and sugary foods. Sugar promotes yeast growth.

5. Use a garlic clove as a suppository. Garlic contains a natural anti-fungal agent. Peel a fresh clove, wrap it in gauze and insert it into the vagina.

6. Try gentian violet. It's a traditional remedy for yeast and other infections, and can be found in pharmacies. Swab the area with it once or twice a day. Make sure to use a thick pad - it stains everything.

7. Use an herbal douche. Combine equal amounts of sage, raspberry and comfrey with 1/4 part goldenseal. This can be combined with cider vinegar.

8. Use an over-the-counter yeast infection remedy. Apply as directed.

Tips & Warnings

• If you've never had a yeast infection before, you should see a doctor to make an accurate diagnosis.
• If symptoms persist or if you have specific medical conditions or concerns, we recommend you contact a physician. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.

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[cubberdoodle2]

on 6/27/2009 Use garlic as a suppository. Peel a garlic clove, wrap it in sterile gauze, lubricate it with vegetable oil and insert it into the vagina. Leave a piece of the gauze sticking out so you can locate it easily. Change the suppository every 12 hours. Garlic has powerful anti-fungal properties.

[debbiejo27]

on 6/20/2009 How long does the clove of garlic remain in the vagina?

[smitchelle]

on 6/6/2009 Will try these remedies thanks

[coffeefirst]

on 5/3/2009 I don't know about the garlic thing...aftet you insert it, then what? Does it just dissolve?

[mercyfulangel]

on 2/24/2009 Do you have to do ALL the 8 steps, or can you just concentrate on one or two steps?? (".)