How to Treat a Yeast Infection Naturally

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Treat a Yeast Infection Naturally Treat a Yeast Infection Naturally

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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.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

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

Step1
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.
Step2
Take lactobacillus/acidophilus supplements. Use according to the directions on the bottle.
Step3
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.
Step4
Decrease or eliminate sugar and sugary foods. Sugar promotes yeast growth.
Step5
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.
Step6
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.
Step7
Use an herbal douche. Combine equal amounts of sage, raspberry and comfrey with 1/4 part goldenseal. This can be combined with cider vinegar.
Step8
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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on 7/12/2008 I havn't tried it... but to add to the hydrogen peroxide water mix... it might be a good idea to add a little vinegar to the mix because vinegar will nuetralize the ph level in your vagina since the ph of vinegar is similar to the ph in your vagina which will decrease the growth of yeast. Just an idea. The only thing is... I don't know how hydrogen peroxide and vinegar will react together. You can also leave out the hydrogen peroxide and just douch with a vinegar water mix... but I don't think that solves all the problems down there. I'm waiting for a yeast infection to try this out on... so if someone else tries it and it works or doesn't work.... you should email me at butterflygodess08@yahoo.com and let me know.

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on 7/10/2008 I've tried these things. Eating the garlic, not the use above, and cutting sugar from my diet cured me. People don't realize how much sugar they consume.

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on 7/10/2008 I've tried these things. Eating the garlic, not the use above, and cutting sugar from my diet cured me. People don't realize how much sugar they consume.

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on 5/6/2008 I'm sorry to post 5 times! I thought it was not posting!

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on 5/6/2008 After trying creams, tablets, garlic, and multiple other methods I found online I could not seem to find a way to sustain anything more than temporary relief.I used to get these yeast infections often, but NOT ANYMORE. Finally I found information that worked and eliminated my infections.

http://natural-yeast-infection-cure.com

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