Yoghurt is a very popular cure for Candida infections. The main component of yoghurt is Lactobacillus acidophilus which kills yeast by producing hydrogen peroxide. Directly apply the yoghurt onto the vulva or use a plastic tampon applicator and smear the yoghurt onto the inside walls of the vagina – the relief is instant. Alternatively one can buy acidophilus pills or any other form that contains the cultures and inserting them into the vagina. The yoghurt or curds offer healthier bacteria to the than the bad bacteria brought by the yeast and the exchange relieves the symptoms of yeast bacteria. Application or insertion of the yoghurt-drowned tampon can be done twice or three times a day.
Garlic has always been treasured for its anti-fungal substances and is therefore most suitable for the task of eliminating yeast. A special tampon is made with a peel of a single garlic feel is attached to a cloth and attached to the pad with dental floss. The finished product should have a dangling piece of string to allow ease of change. This tampon shall be inserted into the vagina overnight or be used for a number of hours deemed suitable or until the symptoms are have subsided. Prevent garlic juice from seeping out when peeling garlic as it could cause a strong burning sensation to the vagina. The clove of the garlic may be excluded at any time if the stinging sensation is overbearing or it could be popped out simply by crouching. Another easier alternative would be to consume garlic supplements which are widely available from pharmacies everywhere. However, supplements may have less of an effect on yeast infection if consumed orally. It must be pointed out that there are people who are allergic to garlic.
With tea tree oil the tampon must first be coated with KY jelly or olive oil then dabbed with a few drops of tea tree oil. The petroleum jelly or olive oil helps the tea tree oil from being absorbed by the tampon. Insert two capsules filled with Boric acid of about 600mg every night – not exceeding three weeks, the heat and moisture in the vagina will melt the capsules. Even though the boric capsule treatment is a very effective procedure it must be noted that quite a number of women have reported burning and excess discharge of vaginal substances as side effects. If the burning and discomfort is severe then discontinue use of the boric acid capsules. The tea tree oil treatment can also irritate the vagina.
Potassium sorbate is a well-known and potent fungicide used in the preserving and brewing beer. Its main use is in the brewing and stops yeast from brewing when the time is not right. Make 3% solution by adding 8 gm (about 1 tablespoon) potassium sorbate to a cup of water. Dip a tampon into the cup and when it is saturated and insert into the vagina at bedtime, in the morning remove the tampon. If inserting a saturated tampon into the vagina gives you a queasy feeling then insert a dry tampon then squirt some of the liquid into the tampon. The traditional gentian violet cure is simple. Dabble the purple liquid all over the vulva and vagina. Because of the colored ink that it contains, wear dark clothing or a pad that will soak the color.
The different types of home remedies are endless and with the advancement of Internet, can now be obtained at our fingertips. Some remedies could be used to complement one another for best results or for greater strength in combating yeast infection. As a whole, home remedies are preferred for their low cost and minimum side effects.
Rene Lacapeis a health practitioner that deals with patients who have acquired yeast infections. He is very proficient in this field already since he has worked in the said field for many years now. Call him and you will learn more about it and be helped soon.
