subject: There are Natural Yeast Infection Cures [print this page] A fungus called candida albicans is the cause of yeast infections which are a common occurrence in women. Although men can have a yeast infection, the incidence in men is far lower than women. Yeast infections will affect all women, and some women will continually be affected for one reason or another. The problem is that antibiotics kill the bacteria that monitor the expansion of Candida albicans as well. If you are affected by yeast infection, it is quite possible that your doctor would prescribe with medication of one type or another. This can be detrimental to your cure and there are times when these prescription drugs have only worsen your problem. Good hygiene is the most important thing to have. The infection spreads primarily through bad hygiene, whether by exposure to another yeast infection sufferer, or by a reaction to a food or chemical than causes your body to start being affected by a yeast infection. When you have a yeast infection do not share any items that could carry the infection. A healthy lifestyle by reducing or eliminating alcohol and replacing that with water. People with a healthy lifestyle have less stress, are more relaxed and sleep better. If you do not have these then this can trigger an infection. As with all health issues, your diet plays an important role. You should eliminate or reduce as much as possible yeast products, dairy products, sugar and peanuts. You should include in your diet water, herbal teas, vegetables, protein rich food, whole grains and fruit. A good diet will help stop future infections. One of the most underrated cures is simple water. Water hydrates the body and builds up your immune system. You need to be continually drinking water throughout the day and not drink dehydrated that is common from drinks like coffee and beer. Water is the source that provides the body with the best flushing method, through urine. Urine will flush out of the body the bad bacteria before it can accumulate and cause a problem, like candida albicans that causes a yeast infection. The more water you drink the more you will want to pass urine, thereby you are keeping your body cleansed on a very regular schedule each and every day. Water is always available at home, in the work place or when you are out. Water is cheap, does not impair any of your bodys functions and best of all it is natural.
