Natural Treatments For Vaginal Thrush Discomfort
by Caroline Thorne
Natural treatments for vaginal thrush have been shown to be as effective as prescription medicines or over-the-counter preparations. This condition can affect women from infancy to old age. Techniques to prevent or treat it without resorting to drugs have been around for generations.
Since this condition can be extremely uncomfortable, it is worth paying attention to prevention. A diet high in refined carbohydrates - white flour, sugar, soda, candy - feeds yeast and can contribute to an imbalance of bacteria in the digestive tract. Candidiasis, one strain of yeast, is usually present in harmless quantities. However, if it becomes the dominant bacteria by crowding out more beneficial types, thrush in the mouth and vagina may result, as well as acne outbreaks, nail fungus, and flatulence.
Preventive measures are always a good idea. If you are taking antibiotics, try to replenish beneficial intestinal bacteria that will be weakened by the medicine by eating plain yogurt and taking probiotic capsules. If you have a favorite immune system booster, take it to buffer your natural defenses against the effects of the drug.
Unsweetened yogurt is recommended as part of the diet, to get beneficial lactobacillus into the digestive tract. It can also be used topically to soothe itching and burning. A tampon dipped in plain yogurt and inserted will introduce friendly bacteria into the vagina.
Vinegar, which promotes the slightly acidic environment that helps control yeasts, is also helpful. Either white or apple cider vinegar is helpful when added to bathwater or used as a dip for tampons. Avoid oranges during an attack of candidiasis, since they make your system more alkaline. Surprisingly, baking soda is another treatment that has proved its worth when used in the same way as vinegar. While mild alkalinity favors yeast, the more intense level caused by bicarbonate of soda will inhibit its growth.
Garlic has clinically proven immune system boosting properties and also acts as a fungicide. It is good to eat both as a preventative and as a restorative. A peeled garlic clove inserted in to the vagina brings the herb's anti-fungal effects directly to the source of discomfort.
There are many anti-fungal herbs, such as pau d'arco and calendula. Tea made from these plants are helpful when used topically or drunk to combat internal yeast overgrowth. Homeopathy is another branch of medicine that offers safe, non-toxic, natural treatments for vaginal thrush. Information on single and combination remedies can be obtained online or at your local natural food store.
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Title: Natural Treatments For Vaginal Thrush Discomfort
Author: Caroline Thorne
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Keywords: health,thrush,vaginal thrush,alternate medicine,alternative health care,alternative medicine,alternative treatments,diapers,family health,child health
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Category: Alternative Medicine
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