It’s said that 80% of woman, at some time in their life, will suffer from a yeast infection, more widely known as Thrush, or a growth of Candida (yeast cells) in their vagina.

Yeast infections can be triggered by many factors, including too many sweets and sugars, to a recurring infection caused by taking the birth control pill. Woman who are diabetic are also more prone to the infection, as are woman who have been taking antibiotics or have a low immune system due to some type of disease.

Sex can also bring on the infection. Too much friction without lubrication can damage the vaginal membranes and safe sex should be practised if you know your partner has Thrush infection.

If you are suffering from Thrush then there are many home treatments you can use to stop the Candida from multiplying and causing you more pain and discomfort.

To begin with, a change in diet is essential. Cutting out foods such as sugars, white flour and rice and overconsumption of coffee and alcohol is important.

Plenty of sleep and cutting down on unnecessary pharmaceutical drugs, such as steroids and antibiotics, is also important as these lower your immune system making you more prone to the infection .

Changing the PH level in the vagina can trigger a thrush infection so try and use un perfumed washing products when bathing.
Opt for Cotton and not Nylon underwear as Cotton enables skin to breathe and so not generate Candida growth and also avoid tight clothing when you have the infection. It’s also important to change your underwear regularly so they remain dry.

In some cases people have reported success in implementing home remedies for getting rid of Thrush. However, if you do suffer from the infection on a regular basis then it is important that you contact a doctor to permanently cure the root of the infection.

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