The debilitating symptoms of a yeast infection are caused by a fungal overgrowth that fluctuate in severity and occur in many disorders. Although some doctors have prescribed antibiotics for this condition, research studies have found that herbs for yeast infections in most cases outperform pharmaceutical treatments.
First you will need that yogurt naturally. However do remember to find out with the store assistant whether the yogurt is plain or not. There should also be no sugar, flavoring or fruit in it. The yogurt you buy should also have active cultures' in it. However all this should be clearly mentioned on the container itself.
Take a saline bath:Fill the bath tub with warm water(Enough to soak you up).Add 1/2 cup of common salt and 1/2 cup of white vinegar.Stir the water and sit in the tub with your feet apart.
Garlic is best for non-vaginal symptoms. Apply garlic paste directly to the affected areas. If fresh garlic is not available, dilute garlic oil with Vitamin E oil and a few drops of coconut oil and apply this blend to the affected skin.
The Neem tree is used in Ayurvedic medicine for its powerful anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. It is an extremely bitter herb containing the azadiractine and nimbin alkaloids. This herb for yeast infections is an invaluable skin and blood cleanser and is very effective for normalizing intestinal bacteria. Note: Women who are pregnant should not use this herb.
Decrease sugar intake:Too much sugar causes overgrowth of fungus that is responsible for yeast infection. If you suspect infection, stay away from deodorant tampons and sanitary pads. Stay away from sprays and other external agents that can be irritants. Also do not remain in wet clothes for a long time. Change into dry clothes and dry the affected areas before changing into new and dry clothes.
Black Walnut as a herbal yeast infection treatment is used in therapy of intestinal disorders associated with Candida albicans including Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), intestinal parasite infections, and intestinal bacterial infections. Used for internal and external applications, it contains a high level of tannin, juglandin, and juglandic acid. The green husk of the black walnut contains organic iodine which has antiseptic properties to fight bacterial infection.
Yogurt is another home remedy. Take a tampon and dip it in yogurt and then insert it in the vagina. Do this twice daily and continue with this remedy for an extra day after your symptoms subside. Yogurt is a well-known home remedy for vaginal yeast infection.