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PrintThe common yeast infection, also known as vaginitis, is a painful condition that many may women experience at some point in their lives.
Characterized by extremely uncomfortable itching, burning and pain, as well as a smelly discharge, vaginal yeast infections are most-often caused by unhealthy forms of fungus that grow in the warm, damp environment of the female genitalia. And while men may also experience this condition, it is most common in women. The most prominent form of yeast infection fungus is Candida albicans.
Below, we will discuss ten of the most common natural remedies for yeast infections. Hopefully, these remedies will provide you with relief from the uncomfortable itching and burning.
1. Probiotics
If you are currently taking any form of antibiotic, the likelihood of a yeast infection is increased. Taking a probiotic supplement or eating probiotic foods will help fight and restore the natural gut flora that prohibits fungal infections like Candida from forming. The antibiotic tetracycline is especially prone to causing growth of yeast organisms in the body. Learn more about probiotics benefits.
2. Organic Apple Cider Vinegar Douche
Soothe a yeast infection by douching with apple cider vinegar. Mix 3 tablespoons of raw organic apple cider vinegar with 1 quart of water, add to douche apparatus and use. I recommend Braggs ACV, but any raw apple cider vinegar with “the mother” still included should work. For added benefit you can add some colloidal silver to the mix. I recommend adding 2 ounces of Silver Fuzion to each batch.
3. Organic Garlic
Another common remedy for yeast infections, is to eat several fresh garlic cloves on a daily basis. While this will probably give you bad breath, it will also help clear up your yeast infection. This remedy works because garlic has natural anti-fungal properties, which will also help these infections from starting. It is also a well-known anti-bacterial and natural antibiotic.
4. Say NO to Harsh “Feminine” Products
Most soaps are too harsh on the delicate feminine anatomy. They strip the area of its natural protective oils. These oils help prevent yeast from forming. Similarly, feminine hygiene douches and sprays, as well as perfumed products, also reduce the natural protective oils. Alcohol and other toxic chemicals in these products alter the delicate pH balance of the vagina and leave you more susceptible to infection. Use organic hygiene products, if necessary.
5. Organic Oregano Oil
Oregano oil is another effective remedy for yeast infections. It will help reduce yeast and candida infections. Place 9 drops in a capsule and swallow 2-3 times daily after meals on a full stomach. Learn more about oregano oil benefits.
6. Organic Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil is a powerful natural antifungal. Place a few drops of organic tea tree oil on a natural tampon and insert into your vagina for 4 hours. Do this in the morning and afternoon. Do not sleep with the tampon inserted. A couple of days should be sufficient to relieve the symptoms.
7. Organic Cranberries
Cranberries are not just for bladder infections; they can also be used to help with yeast infections. A well-known female reproductive tonic, you can also drink the juice, unsweetened, to help restore healthy pH balance in the vagina. This aids in fighting off fungal infection.
8. Organic Plain Yogurt
Another common folk remedy related to restoring flora and pH balance, yogurt can be used topically and vaginally to reduce a yeast infection. Insert 1 to 2 tablespoons into the vagina, and externally to the affected area and leave for at least several hours before washing. Make sure yogurt has no added sugars, fruit or other ingredients. Another way is to soak a tampon in the yogurt and insert for 2 hours, then remove.
9. Wear Loose Clothing
This remedy may sound silly, but it’s one of the easiest things you can do to help with yeast infections. It works because yeast fungus loves warm, moist environments. Wearing loose-fitting clothing and underwear will keep oxygen moving, and help prevent the growth of fungus. I recommend giving organic cotton and other natural forms of clothing a try.
10. De-stress
Everyone has natural amounts of Candida yeast in the body, although a healthy body’s natural environment prohibits this fungus from taking over. It is when you get an infection that your body gives you a sign that you are out of balance. A stressful lifestyle can cause Candida to grow in excess, as our immune system becomes compromised. Make sure to take time to slow down and recuperate, particularly after stressful life events. I recommend massage, meditation, yoga and frequent exercise.
These are just ten remedies for yeast infections. Surely, you guys know of a few more remedies that I probably missed. Please feel free to add your remedies in the comments below.
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April 29th, 2012 at 1:16 pm
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January 3rd, 2012 at 5:52 am
Organic Garlic
I would suggest extreme caution with Organic Garlic . It’s a very useful remedy for many things, and I usually have some in my home, but I think it’s way too strong to use straight even on the skin, much less the ultra-sensitive mucous membranes of the vagina.Garlic are a very great remedy for yeast infections.There are many natural remedies for Candidiasis and one of them is garlic. This well-known herb has strong anti-septic and anti-fungal properties, therefore it has the capacity to reduce the number of candidal microorganisms within the body.
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December 6th, 2011 at 3:24 pm
My husband hates it when I get Yeast infections. These remedies should help our sex life. Thanks!
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December 6th, 2011 at 2:07 pm
Every month before my period I would get a yeast infection. Then I started having to wear panty liners all the time. I could’ve opened a bread factory I was producing so much yeast. My sex life was gone because I was so worried. I was prescribed all types of antibiotics. At one point the doc thought it was from my bc pills (femcon). Then I was OK for a while. Then I got sick and prescribed antibiotics which caused a yeast infection which meant more antibiotics. I’ve tried to eat more yogurt. That doesn’t work. So I did some research and came across the Lady Soma Candida Cleanse. I’m about to order my 2nd bottle and I take as directed. Things are getting better needless to say.
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October 18th, 2011 at 5:04 pm
I have struggled with infections my whole life, but in the last 1-2 years I’ve finally found the secret for me, 2 things:
1) Reduce/eliminate all sugar and white/wheat flour. I have even lowered my fruit intake. And the first thing I notice when I am having too much sugar and flour in my diet, is a small itch from below.
2) Take all underwear and sportswear that touches the vaginal area and boil it for at least 3 seconds. This helps to kill the bacteria and fungus that may be surviving the wash cycle and then growing again once exposed to the warm moist environment. I know it sounds silly, but it works!
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April 8th, 2011 at 3:50 am
Awesome Post ! Keep writing good information.
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March 10th, 2011 at 3:33 pm
I have struggled with yeast for most of my life. I have tried several things to control it. When the yeast starts to get out of control, I will burp yeast (Does NOT smell like yeast. It smells like someone died in your mouth). It seems to be mainly in my stomach and has to get really bad before I will get a vaginal infection. I notice this after I have eaten a lot of high yeast foods, like pizza and other breads, along with a lot of sugars. This makes sense. Most times I just eat some yogurt and it will retreat. Cranberry juice also works. I tried a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar, in a glass of water, and was up all night with diareha and vomiting. I think I’ll stick to the yogurt.
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March 9th, 2011 at 7:48 am
I’ve been battling yeast infections for years. I’m so glad I found your home remedies! I have been battling these for years and I’ve tried Yeastrol & I’m hoping one of these things will work!
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February 16th, 2011 at 9:23 pm
If you learn how to cure your yeast infection symptoms and control the overgrowth of yeast, you’ll enjoy good health and avoid yeast infections for years. A natural herbal anti-fungal yeast infection remedy can work quickly to cure the problem.
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February 3rd, 2011 at 10:43 pm
Great tips… But how do we apply all those into our natural treatment?? Doing research on yeast infection natural remedy lately, but most of the foundings only concentrate on which ingredients work, but not how to make it work…. (May be that’s why we need doctor
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January 11th, 2011 at 3:10 pm
Why did you not mention coconut oil?
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January 11th, 2011 at 12:46 am
Also I have a yeast infection at this time. I think I’ll try the Apple Cider Vinegar douche remedy that appears in the list above .. Does that help get rid of the smell?
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January 8th, 2011 at 6:20 pm
I would suggest extreme caution with tea tree oil. It’s a very useful remedy for many things, and I usually have some in my home, but I think it’s way too strong to use straight even on the skin, much less the ultra-sensitive mucous membranes of the vagina.
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January 6th, 2011 at 4:16 pm
I also have a yeast infection right now. I think i’m gonna try the Apple cider vinegar douche remedy that’s listed above.. Will that help get rid of the smell?
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January 4th, 2011 at 3:47 pm
I have a yeast infection right now. Maybe one of these remedies will help! *Fingers*Crossed*
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