Recurrent Yeast Infections
August 28th, 2009
Are you suffering with recurring yeast infection caused by candida overgrowth. Here is a natural treatment for yeast infection that you can use, but please keep in mind that these plant extracts are extremely concentrated and even in small quantities can be harmful.
Add two or three drops of Tea Tree Oil to a tablespoon of yogurt, then soak a tampon in the mixture. Wear the tampon each night for up to six nights.
Just because you’re taking something to control your yeast infection don’t stop there, the main line of defense against recurring candida overgrowth is to change to a healthier diet to stop feeding the yeast organisms in your body. You should avoid the following:
- Alcohol (especially beer)
- All product made with yeast or mold
- Antacids
- Canned, processed, or fermented foods
- Fresh or dried fruit
- Refined sugar, honey & syrups
- Rye, wheat, oat or barley grain
- Sodas (even diet)
- White flour products
And here are something that you should be including in your diet:
- 6-8 glasses of water every day
- Acidophilus
- Fresh vegetables
- Live yogurt cultures
- Millet, rice, rice bran and oat bran
- Nuts, seeds and oils
- Proteins (chicken, beef, eggs, fish)
- Raw garlic
- Whey protein
Never ignore a yeast infection it can become a fungal infection and in this form will multiply very quickly, and can grow roots that can perforate the walls of your gut and transfer the infection to the rest of your body.
When this occurs you will have what is called ”leaky gut” when it reaches this state toxins will enter your bloodstream, which in turn overworks your immune system.
Are you aware that even children can also get an overgrowth of yeast, and can display any or all of the following symptoms:
- Chronic cough or nasal congestion
- Craving sweets
- Hyperactivity
- Irritability
- Learning problems
- Recurrent ear problems
- Thrush (whitish coating on tongue or inside cheeks)
Recurring yeast infection can cause symptoms that look like other ailments, and can be very hard to diagnose. If your symptoms start to get worse or don’t improve in a week, or if they countine to return in a few months, you need to consult your doctor.
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