{"id":2584,"date":"2019-01-20T08:16:07","date_gmt":"2019-01-20T08:16:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.io\/?p=2584"},"modified":"2021-05-20T18:58:02","modified_gmt":"2021-05-20T18:58:02","slug":"18-home-remedies-for-yeast-infection-that-work-like-magic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/simplyhealth.io\/18-home-remedies-for-yeast-infection-that-work-like-magic\/","title":{"rendered":"18 Home Remedies for Yeast Infection That Work Like Magic"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Yeast infections are far more common than you might think, and it\u2019s something that happens to almost all women at some point in their lives \u2013 and it can be a great inconvenience if a yeast infection happens over and over again. If it happens to you, you\u2019ll be glad to know that there are a few home remedies that are known to work great for taking care of a yeast infection \u2013 and some might even stop the condition from coming back.
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It takes just a few small lifestyle changes and you\u2019ll never have to worry about having another yeast infection again for as long as you live. Sometimes you\u2019ll have to treat the cause, which means taking a closer look at your diet and making a few adaptations to your lifestyle and your diet.
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Here are 8 essential home remedies for taking care of a yeast infection at home yourself.
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1. Drinking More Water<\/strong>
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Experts recommend that you should drink at least eight glasses of water <\/a>per day to keep your health in good condition and your body and brain hydrated, but experts also agree that your optimal water intake in glasses might be a little more or less than this number and it all depends on things like your weight and general level of activity (e.g. how much water you\u2019re losing).
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If you want to bring a yeast infection under control, drinking more water is one of the best ways to do it naturally \u2013 and it\u2019s one of the fastest natural ways to cleanse your entire body and restore your body\u2019s pH levels.
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You can also balance drinking water with drinking other things like fruit juice if you find that it gets boring \u2013 but nothing acidic like orange juice, or you might just restart a very problematic yeast infection again from the beginning!
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2. Drinking Fruit Salts<\/strong>
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Fruit salts are commonly prescribed to bring the body\u2019s acid levels back to normal, usually in cases of extreme heartburn or urinary tract infections \u2013 but including fruit salts in your daily routine can also help you to combat the symptoms of a yeast infection<\/a> and many of the symptoms that might go along with it.
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Fruit salts are readily available at your nearest drug store, and it takes just a few seconds to tear open a pack and dissolve it in water \u2013 and of course, you can even add fruit salts to your fruit juice for a fun fizz.
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You can\u2019t really consume too much fruit salts, but it can<\/em> help with a huge range of different things at once, including heartburn and urinary tract infections, and it can help to control instances of repeated yeast infections that nothing else has worked for.
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3. Apple Cider Vinegar<\/strong>
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Apple cider vinegar<\/a> makes for a great healthy salad dressing, and it can be an ingredient in a huge amount of recipes and sauces, but that\u2019s not all it\u2019s good for \u2013 and many people drink just a little bit of apple cider vinegar per week or when they feel their health needs a little bit of a boost.
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It happens to be full of probiotics, which is what your body needs to restore its internal pH \u2013 and if you are experiencing a yeast infection and want to take care of it naturally, then apple cider vinegar is a great way to do it.
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You can even add some apple cider vinegar to your bath \u2013 in addition to taking care of the yeast infection, it can also be highly beneficial to the health of your skin. It\u2019s also a great way to cleanse your hair, and it can restore the pH for almost every different part of your body.
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4. Real Yoghurt<\/strong>
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Real yogurt <\/a>that contains the right probiotic cultures can help to restore your body\u2019s overall pH levels and is one of the best possible natural ways to bring a yeast infection under control once you spot the symptoms.
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There are a lot of myths on just what you should do with the yogurt for it to have the best effect, but you should know that just including the yogurt in your diet every day for a week is more than enough and your health will start to improve almost immediately.
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If you aren\u2019t sure how to identify real yogurt in a store, remember to read the label \u2013 and check that the yogurt does contain the most essential live cultures that can help to restore your body\u2019s pH levels and none of the artificial ingredients of many other brands.
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If it\u2019s not having the right effect, ensure that you\u2019re using real, live yogurt and switch brands before giving up with this method.
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5. Cranberry Juice<\/strong>
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Cranberry juice<\/a> is vitamin-rich, healthy and tastes great, but that\u2019s not all that it can do for your health \u2013 and if you\u2019re struggling with a urinary tract or yeast infection, both of these conditions can be made a lot easier (and even brought under control completely) just with a few glasses of cranberry juice a few times per day for about a week to two weeks.
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Cranberry juice works so well for controlling the condition because it\u2019s great for a detox and it\u2019s one of the easiest ways to cleanse your kidneys \u2013 and subsequently take care of a yeast infection by flushing the body of all its toxins and reintroducing the right pH that your body needs.
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If this doesn\u2019t take care of the symptoms, try another method on this list or see your doctor if symptoms persist or seem to get worse (or infections more frequent) in any way.
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6. Natural Yeast<\/strong>
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Natural yeast <\/a>is one of the best things that you can consume for your digestive health, and it can restore the balance of your digestive flora in just a week\u2019s time \u2013 but that\u2019s not all that it\u2019s good for; it can do for your health.
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While it might sound like contradictory advice, consuming natural yeast can be a great, quick and natural way to keep a yeast infection under control \u2013 and it can do a lot for soothing the symptoms if it doesn\u2019t take care of the disorder entirely.
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Natural yeast is available separately, usually called brewer\u2019s yeast, and can be mixed into a glass of water and drank as a supplement every morning \u2013 it\u2019s great for digestive health, and it can help you to get the symptoms of a yeast infection under control fast.
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7. Oatmeal<\/strong>
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Oatmeal <\/a>is one of the healthiest possible options you can start your day with, and the overall health benefits that come with the regular consumption of oatmeal would be longer than this entire article. Briefly, it\u2019s one of the best things you can do for your digestive health and it can help to ensure that you stay regular \u2013 but that\u2019s not the only thing you can do with oatmeal that\u2019s great for your health.
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Oatmeal also happens to be filled with vitamins and minerals, and oatmeal in your bath water can be great for revitalizing the skin: But it can also be just as great for restoring your body\u2019s pH, which is the effect you\u2019re looking for if you\u2019re looking to get something like a yeast infection under control.
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For alleviating the symptoms associated with a yeast infection, the best way isn\u2019t topical application, but instead including oatmeal in your diet \u2013 or to your bath.
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8. Tea<\/strong>
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Did you know that tea can help you to control the symptoms of a yeast infection and might even help you to beat the condition entirely?
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Tea <\/a>has many benefits for the health, including the fact that it helps to cleanse the body and kidneys from toxins, restoring the body\u2019s natural pH; tea can also help you to stay hydrated, making it easier for your body to flush out these common toxins by itself without any external medication.
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There are a variety of different teas available on the market, and ideally, for this purpose, you\u2019d like to go for the ones that are known to be the healthiest ones around \u2013 such as rooibos or green tea.
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Add it to your bath if you want to help control a yeast infection; you can also include it to your diet for the vitamin and mineral benefits that are associated with consuming tea.
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9. Garlic
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This famous bulb not only brings out the flavor in food, but it makes for an excellent home remedy for yeast infection as well. Garlic <\/a>contains a natural plant-based antibacterial compound called, \u201cAllicin.\u201d This potent polyphenol also boasts antiviral, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties as well, making it an excellent source of herbal medicine that fights off invading bacteria and viruses.
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Garlic is available in a wide variety of creams, pastes, extracts, and tonics. However, for our home remedy, all you need is a few gelatin capsules and some ground garlic powder. Make sure that you use garlic powder made with nothing but organically grown garlic bulbs. Don\u2019t use any garlic powder that contains additional stabilizers, seasonings, salts, or preservatives.
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Pack the garlic powder into large gelatin capsules and consume two with each meal. The micronutrients in the garlic powder attack the invading candida bacterium and relieve symptoms of yeast infection within a few days.  
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10. Boric Acid
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The chances are that you already have some boric acid<\/a> lying around in your kitchen somewhere. When dissolved in water, boric acid has a use as an ant deterrent in the home, as well as a mild soap hand wash. This weak acid has potent antiseptic, antiviral, antifungal, and antibacterial properties, which make it an excellent home remedy for yeast infection.
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Pack the white powder into gelatin capsules and place one of them in your vagina before going to sleep. Repeat this treatment once a day for up to two weeks, and you\u2019ll notice the signs and symptoms of candida infection steadily dissipate over the course of the therapy.
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11. Tea Tree Oil
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This natural antiseptic, antibacterial, and antifungal treatment for yeast infection gets its strength from the polyphenol<\/a>, Terpinene-4-ol. This compound has potent candida-fighting properties and its had use as a traditional medicine in the native tribes of Australia, where the crushed leaves of the tree serve as a holistic treatment for respiratory infections.
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Tea tree oil is widely available as a leaf extract. Most brands offer the oil in different strengths, with 100-percent solutions providing the best value for candida treatment. For our home remedy, we mix three drops of tea tree oil with a teaspoon of another potent antibacterial agent, raw honey.
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Unfiltered and unpasteurized honey still contains all of the pollen polyphenols, supercharging the effects of the tea tree oil. Mix the ingredients thoroughly and apply the paste to the affected area overnight. Symptoms of candida will begin to dissipate, and the infection will clear after two to three weeks of use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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12. Coconut Oil
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Extra-virgin coconut oil<\/a> is an effective treatment against skin irritation and chafing caused by a yeast infection, and the tropical fruit is an excellent source of medium-chain triglycerides. MCT\u2019s have a host of benefits when included in your diet. However, the oil has a use as a topical agent as well.
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The extra-virgin variety of coconut oil has undergone no filtering, and it’s solid at room temperature, looking like a solid block of lard. Take a hot bath to open up the pores of your skin and remove any residue from the vulva. Dry yourself thoroughly and then apply a thin film of coconut oil to the affected area. Repeat this treatment three to four times a day whenever you begin to notice the irritation.
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The coconut oil seeps deep into the skin layers, providing a nourishing and moisturizing effect that soothes irritation. Coconut oil has natural anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties which assist the efficiency of other treatments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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13. Epsom Salts
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Athletes widely recognize magnesium sulfate found in Epsom bath salts for its ability to draw more magnesium into the body and relieve muscle soreness. Epsom salts<\/a> have a history of treating a variety of ailments, from insomnia to fibromyalgia. This essential mineral is a potent antibacterial agent, and it’s remarkably affordable as well.
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When Epsom salts dissolve in water, they release sulfate ions and magnesium. Since the skin is permeable, the minerals soak into the skin and enter the bloodstream where they increased the body\u2019s magnesium stores.
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Visit your local supermarket and buy a packet of Epsom salts. Run a hot bath in the evening and empty two cups of the bath salts into the water. Swirl the bathwater until the salts dissolve and soak in the water for 15 to 30-minutes to allow for maximum absorption of magnesium into the skin and bloodstream. Repeat this treatment three times a week until the infection clears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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14. Peppermint Oil
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Various essential oils offer promise as a home remedy for candida infection. For those individuals with oral candida thrush, peppermint <\/a>essential oil provides some relief from the symptoms of irritation brought about by the bacterial infection.
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Oral candida affects the back of the throat by forming a white mucous film filled with bacteria. If left untreated, the candida can spread inside the mouth to the gums and cheeks.
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The fresh leaves and aerial segments of the plant undergo a CO2 or cold extraction of the essential oils to obtain the polyphenols menthol, which accounts for up to 60-percent of the active ingredients, and menthone – which accounts for up to 40-percent of all polyphenols in peppermint.
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Add three drops of peppermint concentrate into a few ounces of water and swirl it in your mouth before spitting it out. Repeat this treatment three to four times a day until the infection begins to clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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15. Oregano Oil
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Another essential oil worth mentioning \u2013 is oregano oil<\/a>. Everyone knows this herb, and the chances are that you added some to your last pasta dish. The oregano plant comes from the same family as peppermint, and it also contains potent antibacterial and antiviral properties that can assist with clearing up a candida infection.
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Oil manufacturers harvest and dry the shoots and leaves of the oregano plant, extracting the essential oils through a steam distillation process. This oil contains all of the polyphenols, terpenes, and terpenoids found in the plant. Carvacrol, thymol, and rosmarinic acid are the three most prevalent compounds associated with the healing properties of oregano.
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Take advantage of the bacteria-fighting effects of oregano oil by adding three to six drops to a glass of water and drink it down. Repeat this treatment twice a day for best results. You should begin to notice your symptoms rescinding by the end of the first week drinking the oil.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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16. Aloe Vera
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Purchase an aloe vera topical cream from your favorite online health retailer. Aloe vera<\/a> is a natural anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and antiseptic treatment for a wide variety of ailments. Most of us know aloe vera as a hydrating agent for soothing the effects of a sunburn. However, it\u2019s one of the oldest crops known to humankind, with the first crops grown in Sudan some 6,000-years ago.
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Ancient civilizations relied on the healing properties of aloe vera for thousands of years to cure cuts, scrapes, burns, and skin conditions. Fortunately, modern production methods mean that you can purchase aloe vera extract infused with moisturizing lotions.
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Buy a formula with 100-percent pure aloe vera extract and apply it to the affected area twice a day until the infection clears. Aloe vera contains six polyphenols that act as potent antiseptic agents. The gel should have a cooling effect that soothes the irritation from candida bacterium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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17. Green Tea
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The catechins <\/a>found in green tea have a powerful antioxidant effect on the body. Grown in the mountains of Taiwan, China, and Japan \u2013 green tea is a favorite drink of Asian cultures across the continent. After analyzing the antioxidant profile of green tea, it\u2019s easy to understand why.
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Farmers pick tea leaves from the plants and leave them to dry before shredding into tea. Unlike other types, such as black or oolong, green tea undergoes no toasting or treatments. Therefore, the antioxidants found in the active ingredient, ECGC, don\u2019t lose their potency like they do in other tea varieties.
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Purchase a good brand of green tea that offers an organic product. You may have to pay a bit more for the best green tea, but it\u2019s well worth the extra money you spend to get a quality product. Never add boiling water to green tea, instead, wait for the water to cool for three minutes after boiling to ensure that the hot water doesn\u2019t damage any of the polyphenols. Drink three to four cups a day to assist in the eradication of candida bacterium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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18.  Probiotic Supplements
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As discussed, candida <\/a>is an imbalance of bacteria in your reproductive system and digestive tract. Our gut biomes are very sensitive to any changes in the intestinal environment, and when the invading candida starts to spread, it eradicates the healthy bacteria, replacing their function in our digestive tract.
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Supplementing with probiotic compounds can buttress the health of good biomes and help them overcome the candida bacteria. Start a course of oral probiotic supplements that include the strain, \u201cLactobacillus acidophilus bacteria,\u201d to bring the bacterial balance back to normal.
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Some women may use orally administered probiotics with their meals to increase the presence of good bacteria. In most cases, patients begin to see results after ten days of use. However, some may opt for a more aggressive approach and choose to use vaginal suppositories to clear the infection faster.
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Its recommended that you include Vitamin C in your probiotic regiment as well. Vitamin C has potent antioxidant properties that support the efficiency of medication and other natural candida treatments.
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