subject: Easy To Follow Tips For Avoiding Yeast Infections [print this page] What causes yeast infections? A yeast infection is a simple over growth of the bacteria that is found in the body naturally. There a many reasons that they can occur so let's take an in-depth look at a few. The main for these infections is wearing tight clothing, medications that have been prescribed by your Doctor and feminine products. Here we have a list of helpful tips to help you avoid these infections.
When bathing you should be sure to dry the vaginal area well as a moist environment can cause excessive bacteria growth. You should also be sure to remove a wet bathing suit as soon as possible for the same reason. You also don't want to wear clothing that is to tight such as panties and hosiery that are made of non breathable nylon and tight jeans.
There is a multitude of feminine products that should flat out be avoided as these can interfere with the body's natural pH levels. These same products have been known to remove the body's protective mucous layer.. The products that should be avoided are things like scented or colored toilet paper. During your menstrual period no scented products should be used in the vaginal area such as sanitary napkins and panty liners, tampons and feminine deodorant sprays. During sexual intercourse you should try to only use water based lubricants.
On the other hand women are encourage to eat natural organic yogurt as it is packed with live cultures that can help to restore the good bacteria that are naturally occurring in the body. However it is recommended that you decrease the amount of sugary products as this can trigger rapid growth in the yeast.
If you think that you have a yeast infection but have not yet been diagnosed by your doctor it is very important that your doctor has diagnosed you before using any other treatments.
