About
70% to 80% women are affected with yeast infection at
least once in their lifetime. Most among those affected
get repeat attacks. This is because they seek quick-fix
solutions which temporarily get rid of the infection but
not the cause of the infection. Homemade remedies
for yeast infection, on the other hand, are more
effective as they not only cure the infection but ensure
that the infections do not occur
again.
The
most common cause of yeast infections is Candida
albicans. This is normally a part of the normal flora
and its number is kept in check by Lactobacillus
acidophilus, friendly bacteria present in the human
body. An imbalance in the numbers of these two organism
leads to yeast infection.
This
imbalance may be caused due to many
reasons:
·
Indiscriminate
use of antibiotics, steroids, certain birth control
pills tend to destroy the friendly
bacteria.
·
Hormonal
changes during menstruation, pregnancy, and menopause
also contribute yeast infection.
·
Infections
like AIDS, cancer, disorders like diabetes lowers the
general ability of the body to fight infections,
resulting in yeast infections.
·
Wearing
tight clothes restricts air supply to the affected area
leading to infection.
Homemade
remedies for yeast infection are not only effective bur
are safer and much cheaper than conventional treatment
modalities using drugs. Some well-known homemade
remedies for yeast infection are:
·
Application
of apple cider vinegar to the area of infection. Garlic
may be added to reduce itching and water to dilute the
vinegar.
·
Curds
or yogurt is one of the best homemade remedies. A tampon
soaked in yoghurt and placed in the infected region for
at least an hour two or three times a day is extremely
beneficial. The friendly bacteria in the yoghurt replace
the unhealthy yeast eradicating the infection.
Alternatively, capsules containing probiotic bacteria
are available which are just as
helpful.
·
Drink
at least two glasses of buttermilk a day. Making curds a
part of the daily diet reduces the chances of yeast
infection.
·
Mixture
of olive leaf extract with grapefruit seed extract in a
glass of water is a good tonic for yeast
infection.
·
Garlic
is an amazing drug in the treatment of yeast infections.
It may be eaten raw or in the form of pearls or
capsules.
·
Oil
of oregano. Taken internally it is very potent against
yeast.
·
Tea
tree oil is also said to be an effective natural
medication for yeast infections.
Using homemade remedies for treating yeast infection is just a small piece of puzzle of holistic medicine. Holistic medicine restores the imbalance between the internal and external factors which has caused the infection in the first place. When balance is restored, the yeast is kept in check.
