Much has been said about the medicinal properties of yogurt.
But, will yogurt cure a yeast infection? Are there any other natural yeast infection remedies that may work? Most sufferers of yeast infections want a home remedy for one of two reasons.
They do not want to go to their doctor with this embarrassing condition or they do not want to have to pay for expensive drugs and medications.
To some, finding a few yeast infection home remedies is the appropriate solution.
We know that yeast infections are caused by an imbalance of the normal bacterial flora in the vaginal canal.
This imbalance can leads to an abundance of a bacteria called Candida albicans.
In order to help resume the perfect balance one must consume foods that are of a antifungal nature.
Here are a few that are easily obtainable and easy to consume.
Plain yogurt has been suggested as a natural yeast infection remedy for years.
While I'm not certain the use of yogurt applied as a vaginal suppository has any value, thousands of yeast infection sufferers swear by this use.
I do know that eating one or two servings of plain yogurt daily will help re-balance the pH levels in our bodies.
This includes the vaginal area so it will decrease the symptoms of yeast infection.
Garlic is another natural antifungal weapon.
Not only that, but it is good for your heart, too.
Use two or three cloves daily for best results.
Chop it into salads, sauces and soups.
Cranberry juice has been a favorite home remedy for urinary tract problems for decades.
A glass or two of unsweetened cranberry juice each day may help increase the acidity of vaginal secretions and therefore, help fight yeast infections.
A word of caution! Be sure to drink it unsweetened as yeast infections thrive on sugar! Will yogurt cure a yeast infection? Maybe.
It certainly has enough healthy properties to give it a try.
It is one of many natural yeast infection remedies worth consideration if you have that certain itch that you can't scratch in public!