95% of women across the world face the problem of yeast infections at some stage
or another during their lifetime. Yeast infections are due to bacteria, commonly
called as Candida, which actually is responsible for the growth of yeast.
If you feel an itchy sensation followed by some discharge and foul odor, then
you are likely to be suffering from a yeast infection. If you are wondering on
how to treat a yeast infection naturally then here are the six tips.
? Eat as much yogurt as you can. It has the power to attack the bacteria. You
can also apply yogurt directly to the infected area. Yogurt which contains
Lactobacillus Acidophilus is naturally found in a vagina.
? You can look for a cream that is available in all leading pharmacies. It is
however the best to go in for prescription creams but if the infection is mild
then you can try buying a over the counter cream and try it out.
? Garlic has got excellent anti body properties that can heal or cure an
infection very fast. You can open a clove of garlic and rub it on the infected
area. If you see that the infection is inside the vagina then thrust the garlic
inside the vagina.You need to repeat this process more than once depending on
the intensity of the infection.
? You can apply Tea Tree oil in the affected area. This oil has anti-bacterial
and anti-fungal properties. This oil is very strong and before the application
it needs to be diluted with almond oil. Since tea tree oil is very strong you
need few drops for the treatment.
? Boric acid if inserted in the vagina can give a great relief from a yeast
infection. Boric acid is available in local pharmacy. Boric acid can be inserted
by emptying some capsules and filling it with boric acid.
? Lastly some supplements of lactobacillus can be taken as per the directions
given on the bottle.