What
is a Yeast Infection?
Yeast
infection, also known as candidiasis or Candida
infection, is a fungal infection (mycosis) caused by an
overgrowth of Candida species in the human organism.
These bugs are completely harmless when normally found
in very small amounts, yet the rapid multiplication of
Candida may trigger candidiasis related symptoms. The
contributing factors that provoke candidiasis include,
among many other factors: a compromised immune system
that is unable to control Candida multiplication;
excessive consumption of refined carbohydrates and
several other types of food that feed Candida; and the
accumulation of toxins in the digestive tract that
weaken digestion and hinder the body’s immune
capabilities.
Quick
Relief Techniques
There
are numerous quick relief techniques aimed at tackling
the above mentioned and other contributing factors. The
alternative medicine outlines dozens of quick relief
methods for candidiasis sufferers. The following are
three easy to implement quick fix techniques for yeast
infection:
·
The
external use of plain, sugar free unheated yogurt. In
case of penile or vaginal yeast infection the yogurt
should be spread or squirted over the surface of the
infected area and left on for an hour. A suppository can
also be used for this purpose. This simple and highly
accessible remedy can be very effective for relieving,
cooling and soothing the infected area. The effect of
yogurt on candidiasis symptoms can be explained by the
fact that yogurt contains a beneficial bacteria (such as
Lactobacillus acidophilus) that can support the
intestinal flora and help to control
Candida.
·
Douching
the genital area using an organic apple cider vinegar
solution, or taking a bath with one half cup of apple
cider vinegar added. This sort of vinegar is effective
in restoring the desirable acid alkaline balance (the
balance between the acids and the alkalis of the body).
Daily stress, medications, poor diet and several other
factors all contribute to increased acidity. An acidic
blood/intestinal environment promotes the ideal
conditions for Candida overgrowth. Conversely, organic
apple cider vinegar is a powerful alkalizer and thus can
help prevent the multiplication of
Candida.
·
The
external use and the daily consuming of garlic. Garlic
has significant antiseptic, antibacterial, probiotic and
anti-fungal properties, and it is also alkaline
forming.
Bear in mind that the above techniques to get quick yeast infection relief may only be effective for treating mild candidiasis symptoms. If you suffer from chronic or recurrent Candida infections, a more comprehensive holistic treatment or natural cure for yeast infection is obligatory.
Did
you know that the holistic all natural approach is the
only method that tackles the underlying causes of
candidiasis? By following the holistic approach you will
not only be able to achieve quick relief from all yeast
infection related symptoms, you’ll also be able to
prevent Candida recurrence effectively and
permanently.
