In case you have been suffering from recurring yeast infections you must be desperate to find a cure that really works.
Medications, suppositories and topical creams prescribed by doctors to treat this condition normally provides only temporary relief from yeast infection symptoms.
This type of treatment does not eliminate the root cause of the infection because of which it just keeps coming back.
Yeast infection of the vagina is caused by a group of microscopic fungi.
Yeast not only affects women but also men and children.
In addition to infection of the vagina people can get it around dentures, mouth, nail beds, lower abdomen, under the breast and even skin folds.
Here are some yeast infection home remedies which provide fast relief 1.
Apple Cider Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is rich in natural enzymes which help in restoring the natural balance of bacteria in the vagina.
It helps in creating a conducive environment for healthy bacteria to grow, multiply and keep a check on the harmful ones.
While making use of this remedy use unfiltered and unpasteurized apple cider vinegar.
This type of vinegar is found in almost all health food stores and is very effective for treating vaginal thrush or yeast infection of the vagina.
Add a cup of raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar rich in natural enzymes to your bath water and soak in it for 15 to 20 minutes.
This will immediately provide you relief from vaginal itching which is a common symptom of a yeast infection.
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Yogurt Probiotic, unsweetened yogurt is also a very effective cure to get rid of vaginal infection.
Make use of it for vaginal application by soaking a tampon in yogurt and inserting it directly inside the vagina for fast relief.
Alternatively you can consume it orally twice a day.
If possible make use of homemade yogurt to treat yeast infection.
This is because yogurt found in stores contain sugar and chemicals which are used to enhance its shelf life.
Sugar and chemicals found in yogurt sold in shops can therefore do more harm than good in treating fungal infections.
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Honey Honey is a powerful home remedy for a number of ailments.
Raw, organic honey is full of nutrients and has anti-fungal properties too.
Hence it works extremely well for treating a number of bacterial and fungal infections.
However care must be exercised to ensure that you make use of natural honey which is full of nutrients and not artificial honey commonly available in most grocery stores.
Artificial honey is basically sugar syrup which contains chemicals that can worsen a yeast or a fungal infection rather than treating it.
For treating vaginal thrush make use of raw honey and apply it directly on the affected area for immediate relief.