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The cause of this infection, according to medical sources, is the Candida albicans; which is a specific type of yeast. When this yeast naturally builds up in the vagina, imbalances are caused; and a yeast infection results. Often when we are after natural remedies for yeast infections we stick to the tried and tested remedy. Which is great, if you are suffering from a generic yeast infection.
1. If you combine garlic oil with diluted apple cider vinegar you will have yet another remedy for a yeast infection. This treatment is usually used as a bath soak. Just add it to your warm bath water and soak for about twenty minutes. Make sure to fully dry your vagina to prevent the growth of yeast. You can also use this as a douche.
2. Cut refined sugar out of your diet at the first sign of a yeast infection. Although studies are inconclusive about high sugar diets bringing on a yeast infection, it is known that consuming a lot of sugar may prolong the duration or severity of a yeast infection.
3. Eating yogurt or applying it on the vaginal area is one of the natural remedies for yeast infections during pregnancy. It was known to provide instant relief for minor infection. Additional healing methods like mixing 1 tablespoon of distilled white vinegar with 2 cups of warm water may also help to ease the symptoms.
4. home remedy that is one of the most effective is consistently putting apple cider vinegar on a cotton ball or cloth, and applying to areas affected by the yeast infection. A downside to this method is that it can often produce an itchy feeling - this can be combated by adding garlic to the area, which naturally reacts with the vinegar to reduce or even remove itchiness. In addition, you might want to consider adding water to the vinegar to dilute it to a more tolerable concentration.
5. Another really simply method of using garlic as a remedy for a yeast infections is to use garlic capsules. These can be found at most health food stores and are often found at your local grocery store. To use, all you need to do is insert into your vagina. Make sure that you buy dissolvable capsules.
6. Stock up on yogurt. Check the label to make sure you're buying a brand with live culture since the acidophilus helps your body's pH levels return to normal. Buy sugar-free flavored yogurt to eat and insert plain yogurt into the vagina with a large rubber syringe or a vaginal applicator and wear a sanitary pad to protect your underwear.
7. Tea Tree Oil is another good way to heal an infection naturally. Tea Tree Oil is mother natures "cure all." This has been one of the most effective reliever of this type of infection throughout the years. It is also one of the quickest ways to get rid of an infection. You can mix the oil with sweet almond oil to help with the affect it may have on sensitive areas of your skin. If you are pregnant, I suggest that you discuss using tea tree oil with your doctor because it may have effects on the unborn child. You can apply the oil directly to the infected area for quick relief.
