subject: Yogurt: One of the Many Ways That Can Help Fight Yeast Infections [print this page] Yogurt: One of the Many Ways That Can Help Fight Yeast Infections
Yogurt is obtained from the fermentation of milk. What makes it special is that it contains millions to billions of live microorganisms. It is one of the many natural alternatives being used in the treatment of yeast infection. Yeast infection can be disturbing to many patients because it has a plenty of irritating symptoms such as itching, redness, rashes, and sometimes skin lesions. It is caused by a fungus referred to as Candida.
Since yogurt contains millions of microorganisms as such, it is particularly helpful in eliminating the bad microorganisms that thrive in our body such as Candida. Many factors, such as stress can disrupt the body's natural immune mechanisms. Making it a more favourable habitat for bad microorganisms When, bad microorganisms outnumber the good microorganisms, different changes in our body occur such as an infection. Yogurt helps by maintaining the body's healthy supply of good microorganisms that will help fight the body fight against infection. Also, yogurt is a healthy substitute to sugar loaded sweets that microorganisms feed on. Eating yogurt can prevent one from getting yeast infections. Make sure to include this dairy in your daily diet. Many people do not like yogurt; most of them are bothered by its sour taste. If you still want to get the benefits of yogurt, you can try taking them in capsule form. Many different brands can be found in health food stores and some drug stores.
Perhaps, the most bothersome symptom of yeast infection is the itching. Itching can be particularly nasty and may cause a lot of discomfort. In this particular issue, yogurt may help as well. It can be applied directly on the affected area, even on the vaginal area. Leave it for 5 minutes after applying then wipe it off. The coolness of the yogurt and the lactic acid present can soothe the itchiness and alleviate redness and rashes that accompany yeast infection.
Another option in using yogurt is to insert yogurt capsule into the vagina. This is considered more effective than applying it in non capsule form. This way, it can used for a longer period since you don't have to worry about the presence of moisture that can cause the growth of more Candida.
