Natural Ways to Treat Yeast Infection Growth

Candida albicans commonly causes vaginal itching, which motivates most women to get to the doctor or seek treatment, but it can appear in other forms and can also occur in men and children and the symptoms are sometimes harder to detect. Some people who use asthma medications or long term steroid use can develop problems with yeast, and in summer, the wet bathing suit worn too long can make a great growing environment for yeast for those who normally do not have a problem. Those with weak immune systems, such as HIV patients often have problems with oral yeast or thrush. If you know for certain that it is a yeast issue (which only your doctor can tell) then you can look for ways to control your diet and use some supplements to hinder the production of yeast to make you more comfortable. This is only to be more comfortable, this will not cure your underlying issue.

For preemptive measures, eating yogurt has the active cultures that keep yeast out of your intestinal system and generally help control yeast production in your system. There are some tasty frozen yogurt ice cream type treats that taste just like ice cream that make consuming yogurt more enjoyable. Avoiding very yeasty foods like breads might be good if you feel you are starting a yeast problem. If possible, try to build your immune system as much as possible so that yeast cannot get out of control. Lysine, Vitamin C and Alpha Lipoic Acid along with a healthy diet are helpful in this regard. If improving your immunity is not possible for whatever reason, limiting the yeast production might be your only option.

The book Herbal Defense suggests several herbal remedies for numerous ailments and is worth reading if you are interested in a natural approach to supplement your traditional medicine route of treatment.

A commercial preparation that includes Tea Tree Oil inhibits yeast activity. It comes in mouthwash, supplements, and various other topical treatments. If you have a problem with yeast and have a rash or a very itchy scalp consider a tea tree oil shampoo or skin product.

Goldenseal is used to treat yeast infection issues, 8 gm of medicinal quality once a month is a recommended dosage. Consult your local GNC or natural foods health store for more information. This is not a more is better type vitamin or supplement, once a month is about right.

Many naturopathic physicians like to use garlic supplements, which is more potent than the leading yeast infection drug Nystatin. Odor free garlic supplements are available but you generally have to take large doses for about a month. Consult a physician or pharmacist for dosage amounts.

Many also use oregano oil which is effective against three of the types of strains of Candida albicans, but not others. You need to use small concentrations.

Grapefruit seed extract is also powerful to kill yeast cells quickly, and Pau D'Arco is popular with herbalists in killing off chronic yeast.

Exact dosages are needed when using natural remedies, just because it is natural does not mean it will not conflict with other medications and you still need to be aware of side effects. You want to be careful not to kill the good bacteria in your body, which is what antibiotics can do, but natural remedies can do so as well. Talk to a qualified homeopathic doctor to establish a natural remedy for treating yeast.