The Best Yeast Infection Treatments

Yeast infections are uncomfortable, embarrassing and a common occurrence among females. It causes itching and burning in the vaginal canal and labial area, along with a discharge that may or may not smell like baked bread. There may be soreness, a rash and discomfort during urination. It’s also known as vaginitis. We'll first look at some of the potential causes then consider the best yeast infection treatments.

The causes of yeast infections

 80% of vaginitis or yeast infections are caused by Candida Albicans. Candida is just one of many bacterial flora that live in the vaginal canal. Lactobacillus acidophilus is another bacteria that helps to keep Candida in balance. When something else, like a rival bacteria, invades the area, Candida can grow rapidly, and overwhelm the other flora in the vaginal canal, thereby producing those annoying symptoms that alert us to the fact that there is now a yeast infection.

This imbalance can occur because of medications, such as antibiotics, steroids and some birth control pills, pregnancy – induced hormonal changes, exposure to bacterium, poor nutrition, diabetes, stress, and lack of air circulation in the area. This can occur from tight clothing or a damp bathing suit.

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From the kitchen, what to do?

Some of the best yeast infection treatments actually originate in your kitchen. Garlic is not only good for your heart, but also contains anti-fungal properties. Chop 2 cloves per day into your salad or sauces. Olive leaf extract with grapefruit seed extraction in a glass of water is another good curative tonic. Concentrations vary according to taste. Add unsweetened cranberry juice to your lunch to increase the acidity of vaginal secretions. Sweetened juice adds sugar to the secretions and yeast thrives on sugar.

Yogurt as a Yeast Infection Treatment

Yogurt can be one of the best yeast infection treatments. Consuming one serving of plain yogurt daily at the first signs of infection can help re balance the pH of the vagina and decrease symptoms. 1 or 2 tablespoons inserted into the vagina has also been reported to provide relief.

Yogurt can also be applied externally, as needed. A mild douche solution can be made with yogurt as well. There are also yogurt tablets at your local health food or drug store that can be taken as per the package instructions.

Thyme tea can also be a natural remedy. Use 1 teaspoon of thyme per cup of boiling water and drink daily until symptoms are relieved. This can be repeated up to 4 times per day. Rosemary has also been proven effective, when used as a douche. Again, begin by preparing a tea and then use it as an external application or as a douche.

What if your symptoms don't go away for keep coming back?

Even the best yeast infection treatments whether from your home or the drug store only eliminate the symptoms. If you suffer from chronic yeast infections, or just want to get rid of the symptoms for ever I suggest reading the 12 Hour yeast Infection Cure. It was written by a fellow yeast infection sufferer, who is also a medical researcher. She has successfully found a method of eliminating all yeast infection symptoms in as little as 12 hours forever.