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Home remedies for yeast infections

A discussion of top home remedies for yeast infections follows, right after basic facts about yeast infection.

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The most common type of yeast infection is candidiasis so called because it comes from a fungus called Candida. This fungus usually affects the mouth, especially around dentures, below the breasts, vagina, groin area, nail beds, and other skin folds.

When it affects the inside of the month, the condition is called thrush. For more on this, see our page on home remedies for thrush

Poor hygiene and weakened immune systems contribute to yeast infection. It may also develop after antibiotic and steroid use and during hormonal changes during pregnancy, menopause, & menstruation.

Yeast infections are probably more of a problem today than a century ago in part because many drugs encourage yeast growth.

Women are more likely to develop yeast infections with three out of four women affected at some point in their lifetime by yeast infections. Men can also develop a yeast infection though less likely.

Though not usually sexually transmitted, the infection can be transmitted between partners.

A wide range of treatment options include orthodox and alternative therapies which can relieve symptoms such as pain, discomfort, and embarrassment. Many home remedies for yeast infections are effective and present few side effects that come from orthodox medicine.

If you suspect you have a yeast infection, be sure to get a definitive diagnosis from your doctor. Thereafter, you might do quite well using herbal home remedies for condition.

Best herbs for yeast infection

Echinacea is one of the best home remedies for yeast infections as it boosts the immune system which then gobbles up yeast cells.

Lemon grass: The leaves, freshly cut and partially dried, can be used curatively. Clinical studies show the helpful effects of lemon grass in promoting of healthy levels of bacteria in the body.

Garlic, wonderful garlic, is antibacterial, antibiotic and antifungal. Eat lightly cooked or raw cloves or get supplemental garlic and take as directed, a little more at first. Visit our dedicated page on the benefits of garlic

Pot marigold was used as far back as ancient Greek, Roman, Arabic, and Indian societies. It was used to eliminate toxins from the body and flush out the system.

Cranberry has also become a popular herbal remedy for yeast infections. Eating cranberries can be helpful or, better yet, drinking its juice. Supplemental cranberry is also an excellent option.

Pau d'arco bark also qualifies as one of the better home remedies for yeast infection due to constituents Lapachol and Beta-lapachone, helpful for yeast infection. Studies show Pau d’arco support body’s antioxidants and to establish healthy levels of bacteria in the body. The most convenient way to access pau d’arco is via supplementation.

Goldenseal also contains ingredients that fight yeast organisms and boost immunity. Capsules or tincture of goldenseal are widely available. Take as directed.

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