It just so happens that L. If yogurt isn't your thing, taking L. Studies have shown that applying yogurt directly to the vagina about one tablespoon via an applicator can also fight yeast infections. Some women have long recommended this method for yeast infections. In any case, it is probably best to use plain, unsweetened yogurt, especially if it's applied topically.
Sugar is Candida's favorite food, so a healthy diet low in sugar, fats, and processed foods is good first step to a healthy vagina. Although there's no hard and fast proof that yogurt will always cure a yeast infection, this natural remedy does have several advantages.
If you plan on eating the yogurt, go with a low-fat version. Honey has strong antimicrobial properties, which seem to enhance the effects of the yogurt. Common yogurt brands that contain lactobacillus include:. Yeast infections often cause diaper rash in small children. A Candida diaper rash is caused by the same type of bacteria that causes vaginal yeast infections. There are few risks associated with the topical application of yogurt, but talk to your pediatrician before adding dairy to the diet of a child under 12 months old.
Expect to use the yogurt for about seven days. The only risk related to this treatment is that it may not relieve itching as quickly as commercial vaginal creams can.
The symptoms of a yeast infection are similar to the symptoms of other conditions, including STDs. Note that there are some physicians that do not agree with the yogurt treatment for vaginal yeast infections, so check with your doctor if you have any doubts.
There are different strains of lactobacilli in yogurt, so be sure you read the labels and purchase one that has lactobacilli acidophilus strains and no sugar. Yogurt may help treat vaginal yeast infections. There are no real risks, and it may be more affordable than some of the OTC antifungal creams.
Give it a try to see if it works for you. If this is your first yeast infection, see your doctor. Also see your doctor of your symptoms are getting worse or not improving after a week. Our tremendous staff gives back to our community by coordinating free health screenings, educational programs, and food drives. Learn more. A leading indicator of our success is the feedback we get from our patients.
Although these infections can be effectively treated with medications, for an unfortunate few they have a tendency to recur despite adequate treatment. Can eating yogurt help them avoid repeated infections? A fungus known as Candida is responsible for causing yeast infections. A small amount of it is always present on the skin and mucous membrane surfaces in the body. However, when Candida multiplies, and the acid levels in the vagina become imbalanced, the unpleasant symptoms of a yeast infection, or candidiasis , result.
Most female yeast infection sufferers report itching and burning that may be more pronounced when urinating. Men who have candidiasis typically complain of itching and red, bumpy skin on and around the penis. In a study conducted with Finnish women, researchers found that those who ate three or more servings per week of yogurt—or in some cases, cheeses made from fermented milk—had far fewer fewer UTIs than those who did not eat yogurt or ate it only infrequently.
Several studies have found that to make a significant reduction in the occurrence of yeast infections, people need to consume at least one serving of yogurt per day. Not all studies support the claim that regular yogurt consumption reduces the risk of recurrent yeast infections, and those that do have generally been small in size. Furthermore, there is little evidence to suggest that eating lots of yogurt once symptoms appear will resolve an acute infection any quicker.
There is probably sufficient evidence to recommend the consumption of active-culture yogurt as a safe preventive treatment for women who are prone to repeated infections. It is unclear whether the same can be said for men. Women who suffer from repeated infections may wish to add yogurt to their regular diets, and have at least one serving daily. Because yeast feeds on sugar, most authorities recommend selecting low sugar or unsweetened yogurts.
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