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Cure Vaginal Yeast Infection at Home

Home Remedies for Yeast Infection

The vagina always contains small amounts of yeast. When you’re healthy, that yeast (technically, a fungus known as Candida albicans) exists in harmony with your immune system and your other normal vaginal microorganisms. But when something disrupts this balance, the yeast can grow quickly, becoming dense enough to cause the symptoms of a full-blown infection.

Causes of Yeast Infection


  • antibiotics, which decrease the amount of Lactobacillus (“good bacteria”) in the vagina.
  • pregnancy.
  • uncontrolled diabetes.
  • weak immune system.
  • poor eating habits, including a lot of sugary foods.
  • hormonal imbalance near your menstrual cycle.
  • stress.
  • lack of sleep.

Home Remedies for Yeast Infection

Boric acid for recurrent Yeast infection

Boric acid for recurrent Yeast infection
Vaginal boric acid capsules can work for women with a yeast infection. These may be especially useful for women with recurrent infections.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) suggests a dosage of 600 mg of boric acid in a capsule inserted vaginally once a day for 14 days.
Check Disposable Vaginal Applicators 

Natural yogurt

Natural yogurt for yeast infection
Natural, unsweetened, non-flavored yogurt contains beneficial bacteria, called probiotics. These contribute to health and help restore the balance of bacteria and yeast in the body.
A 2006 review of research found that certain types of probiotics may combat some of the yeasts that cause vaginal yeast infection. While the reviewers flagged issues with several of the studies they cited, many people report relief from:

  • eating yogurt
  • applying to the vulva around the vagina
  • inserting it vaginally

Garlic

Garlic for yeast infection
Garlic is a known antifungal and antibiotic. However, recent research suggests that eating garlic has no effect on the levels of yeast in the vagina.
As an alternative to eating garlic, some women have tried using garlic internally. They claim to experience relief from yeast infection, by placing a garlic clove, threaded with a string, into the vagina overnight. While there is no evidence to say this works, it is a low-risk home remedy for yeast infection.
People with sensitive skin may experience burning and even skin damage. As such, people should not use garlic if they have sensitive skin. If the burning sensation worsens, people should discontinue use.

Onion

onion for yeast infection
Onions not only have anti-fungal and antibacterial properties, they also improve your detoxification mechanisms. Onions are a fantastic prebiotic too, which is a type of ‘food’ for the beneficial bacteria in your gut.

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar is a popular at-home remedy for multiple ailments. It can also help with yeast infections. Add a half cup to warm bath water and soak your body for about 20 minutes. The acid can help eliminate harmful microorganisms from your vagina. This method is not the same as douching with vinegar, which flushes out both bad and good bacteria leaving you more prone to yeast infection.

Virgin Coconut Oil

This incredibly versatile oil is one of nature’s best anti-fungal medicines. Virgin Coconut oil contains both lauric acid and caprylic acid, which have been found to help inhibit Candida overgrowth. At the same time, coconut oil lends a hand to your immune system in fighting off other pathogenic microorganisms.
Coconut oil is great to use in frying or cooking, but you can also give yourself a dose straight off the spoon!

Vitamin C

Vitamin C for yeast infection
Vitamin C is also known as ascorbic acid, which means it has antimicrobial properties. Rather than burning your skin with a suppository, increase the amount of Vitamin C you eat and drink. Not only can it help kill Candida overgrowths, but it will boost your immune system in general. That way, your body can stay healthier overall.

5 Foods To Avoid When Treating Yeast Infection

  • White flour, white bread and white rice 
  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • Fruit Juices and Dried Fruits
  • ketchup and mayonnaise
  • Sugar and Maple Syrup

5 Foods to take treat yeast infection

 Probiotic supplements

Some probiotic supplements may offer a natural solution to yeast infection. These are available in pharmacies and health stores, or online.
Some brands of probiotic supplements sell specially formulated products for female reproductive health. These aim to restore the balance of bacteria and yeast in the vagina. The women probiotic supplement are taken orally or inserted vaginally.

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