You must have heard about Candida. No. we are not talking about Bernard Shaw's Candida but the infection Candida which is caused by natural yeast. Well, if you haven't heard about this infection then it is time that you paid attention to it. Because this is an infection which might make your waking and sleeping hours an uncomfortable affair! Imagine scratching your hands in front of people you have just met! Or worse still imagine your husband not wanting to eat food cooked by you since you scratch yourself hands all day long. Well, if you don't want such things to happen to you, then you better gather more information about this infection. People are growing more and more conscious by the day about Candida, so why not you too?!
In recent times, there has been a search for more natural cures for the infection. Though the creams that can be bought over the counter are recommended, many people are wary about the artificial medicine. Their main fear is, of course, the risk of side effects.
However, before you go out trying to find an organic cure, it's a good idea to find ways to prevent yourself from breaking out. How can I do this, you ask? No problem! All the information you need will be presented right here. The name of the game is being hygienic and taking care of your self.
It's a wise decision to avoid alcohol the best you can. Whether it's in a beverage or in food, it can be a risky situation. While you may be tempted by a cold beer, or a liquor-filled chocolate, remember that alcohol encourages growth in yeast. While a drink with friends may seem tempting, harmless even, it could bring you intense discomfort in the near future.
Any other things to avoid, you ask? There sure are. Foods made with margarine, caffeine, milk products, and junk food are on the list of No-Nos. Simply cut down on anything made with these, or, if possible, completely omit them from your diet. Drink water instead of soda, fruits instead of sweets, and try picking up a glass of soy milk.
Try not to use a public bathroom, or for that matter even a common swimming pool. Swimming pools are to be avoided very particularly since the common water of the pool can bring other people's disease to your skin making your infection worse.
The next thing to make sure is to select the right condom. There are many varieties of condoms. The types which you need to avoid are the ones which contain nonoxynol-9 lubricant. So make sure you read the about the condom before you use it.
Do you like going a little heavy on the perfume? Unfortunately, while it may be good for attracting a partner, studies show that it can be bad for your infection. The same goes for scented sanitary pads and tampons, as well. The reason behind this is that the chemicals in the scent can trigger break-outs. The best thing you can do here is put away the essence, buy unscented tampons, and rely on appealing to the other senses for a while.
One of the best things you can do is very simple and that is to drink a lot of water. Try adding yogurt to your diet, because it contains bacteria that help kill the yeast. Garlic, also, is something you should think about trying to eat more of. Another great, natural cure: Try using products containing tea tree oil, or the oil itself. - 16650
In recent times, there has been a search for more natural cures for the infection. Though the creams that can be bought over the counter are recommended, many people are wary about the artificial medicine. Their main fear is, of course, the risk of side effects.
However, before you go out trying to find an organic cure, it's a good idea to find ways to prevent yourself from breaking out. How can I do this, you ask? No problem! All the information you need will be presented right here. The name of the game is being hygienic and taking care of your self.
It's a wise decision to avoid alcohol the best you can. Whether it's in a beverage or in food, it can be a risky situation. While you may be tempted by a cold beer, or a liquor-filled chocolate, remember that alcohol encourages growth in yeast. While a drink with friends may seem tempting, harmless even, it could bring you intense discomfort in the near future.
Any other things to avoid, you ask? There sure are. Foods made with margarine, caffeine, milk products, and junk food are on the list of No-Nos. Simply cut down on anything made with these, or, if possible, completely omit them from your diet. Drink water instead of soda, fruits instead of sweets, and try picking up a glass of soy milk.
Try not to use a public bathroom, or for that matter even a common swimming pool. Swimming pools are to be avoided very particularly since the common water of the pool can bring other people's disease to your skin making your infection worse.
The next thing to make sure is to select the right condom. There are many varieties of condoms. The types which you need to avoid are the ones which contain nonoxynol-9 lubricant. So make sure you read the about the condom before you use it.
Do you like going a little heavy on the perfume? Unfortunately, while it may be good for attracting a partner, studies show that it can be bad for your infection. The same goes for scented sanitary pads and tampons, as well. The reason behind this is that the chemicals in the scent can trigger break-outs. The best thing you can do here is put away the essence, buy unscented tampons, and rely on appealing to the other senses for a while.
One of the best things you can do is very simple and that is to drink a lot of water. Try adding yogurt to your diet, because it contains bacteria that help kill the yeast. Garlic, also, is something you should think about trying to eat more of. Another great, natural cure: Try using products containing tea tree oil, or the oil itself. - 16650
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