subject: How to Help Relieve Yeast Infections [print this page] How to Help Relieve Yeast Infections How to Help Relieve Yeast Infections
Yeast infections are caused by the bacterium called Candida. The bacterium can cause the yeast in the vaginal cavity to over grow causing uncomfortable itching, heavy vaginal discharge and foul odor. For those of you who suffer with this nasty condition, you will know how difficult it is to get rid of your vaginal yeast infection. You have probably also tried some home natural treatments to clear it up but with little improvement.
1. Applying yogurt on the affected areas can ease the irritation and discomfort. This is one of the effective remedies for yeast infection in toddlers, as it is soothing and has no side effects. Yogurt is rich in probiotic bacteria which are good for the body. So eating unsweetened yogurt can also prove effective.
2. A Mixture of olive leaf extract with grape fruit seed extract in a glass of water is also a good potent tonic for this infection.
3. A poor diet in fresh fruit and vegetables, too much sugar and sugary products, coffee, alcohol, mouldy foods and mushrooms are all bad for our health, and they happily feed the fungus in your body. A poor immune system due to some illness, such as diabetics, or due to hectic lifestyle is a major contributor for yeast illnesses. And never the last , a poor personal hygiene, will more than sure get you a thrush.
4. The Apple Cider Vinegar Method: Due to the strength of this, do not apply directly to your skin. Place @ a cup of it into a warm bath and soak in the tub.
5. Tea tree oil is said to be rich in anti fungal properties. Massaging tea tree oil on affected area can be beneficial. You can also add few drops of tea tree oil to the bathing water everyday.
6. If you have yeast infection, daub apple cider vinegar in the areas prone to infection regularly. You can add some garlic that will help stop the itchy feeling and water to dilute the vinegar concentration.
7. The Garlic Method: Finely chop or mince a garlic bulb. Swallow it as it is. Be sure to have a glass of water with you to take away the strength of the taste and to help it go down smoothly.
