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How to Treat a Yeast Infection Naturally

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Treat a Yeast Infection Naturally
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. Step 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. Step 2

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

  3. Step 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. Step 4

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

  5. Step 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. Step 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. Step 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. Step 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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on 11/9/2009 garlic is truly a wonder drug, an antibiotic, an old remedy for treating all kinds of infections and i found it useful to treat athlete's foot also.
http://www.getridofyeastinfectionfast.com/

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on 7/24/2009 I want to tell you another home remedy which you did not mention your article that is Boracic acid.. Up to 98% of women given Boric acid experience serious improvements.Recommended dosage is one capsule every 24 hours. You should put it into the vagina during sleep for at least 2 weeks. Oil of oregano and honey are also useful in yeast infection.
http://www.yeastinfectionheal.com

bhikkublu said

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on 7/13/2009 I've done almost all of the above, and hadn't had one of those nasties in over a year :)

mamamai said

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on 7/9/2009 all of the remedies work great along with these additional tips that did the trick:
I am a mother of 5 and 5 months pregnant and I am still nursing her, I also have 4 stepchilren. Yes, I am truely blessed! After many trips to doctor and medications that worked temporarily, or not at all, or the horrible yeast infection just kept comimg back!
I did some research and experimented on myself, seeking any relief possible, and finally RELIEF!!!
Pau d'arco Tea: tea bags or pills are readily avaliable in health food stores, drink 2 cups a day, you can even douche with a cup mixed with a few drops of tea-tree oil and praise the lord, its brings instant relief!!!!! =)
Kombucha Tea- though it is a mushroom does not have negative fungal effect, it actually promotes and stabilizes your ph, while killing the nasty yeast, drink one bottle a day on an empty stomach.
Lemon water: squeeze one whol...

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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.

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