http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/yeast_infection1.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/yeast_infection1.rss Yeast Infection Cures from Earth Clinic Experts and Readers. Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:02:03 EDT en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=TEDS_39613 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss1 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 13:06:42 EST Ellie from Newyork, Ny writes: "I was reading Ted's cure for yeast infections and he prescribed niacinamide 100-500mg daily and I was wonder for what length of time should I take the niacinamide in order for my yeast infection to be cured?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=ALOE_39128 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss2 Sat, 20 Feb 2010 21:05:43 EST [YEA] Rosie from La, Ca writes: "A quick cure for yeast infections is to cut off a piece of aloe vera, remove the skin and insert it like a tampon. It burns, so it is difficult to keep there. Just putting some of the aloe vera gel on, also helps. You will have immediate relief, but keep doing it for atleast 3 days to prevent recurrence." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=ACV_38501 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss3 Sat, 06 Feb 2010 22:32:12 EST [YEA] J from Sf, Ca writes: "Okay, so I really do struggle with yeast infections pretty frequently. The things I have found most helpful are Apple Cider Vinegar (douching) and Boric Acid powder in capsules. There used to be a natural product that used boric acid for yeast infections but then they re-formulated it and since they brought the boric acid powder content way down, it doesn't work for me at all. I'm afraid to mention a product name because I think it says not to do that. Anyway, it's clear to me from what I read here that the people for who ACV did not work at all are dealing with something other than a yeast infection. Yeast is not a bacteria, it's a fungus. You don't take anti-biotics for it, in fact they cause yeast. Diflucan is prescribed for yeast infections and it's not an anti-biotic. Bacteria Vaginitis, however, is a bacterial infection and they do prescribe anti-biotics for it. I'm still suffering with my current yeast infection but the ACV is really making a huge difference. It's strange to me that some people find yeast infections very painful. It just itches like crazy, makes me crazy, and makes me want to do crazy things like pull my hair out or run through a brick wall or scream at a pharmacy clerk until she might cry (did that today, not proud of it). I'm just glad my 2 year old and I survived the day. I'm putting her off on my husband as soon as he gets home. Anyway, I'm going to do some more douching with the ACV or maybe I'll try a bath. By the way, I also shoved garlic up there, it gave some temporary relief but very temporary. No immediate help from acidopholus in any form but I think it tends to help prevent them. I also have to stay away from my antacids, combined with PMS, my period, or sex they cause yeast infections. YEA on ACV" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=ACV_37750 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss4 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:31:42 EST [YEA] Virginia from Stillwater, Oklahoma Usa writes: "After many, many rounds of antibiotics I got a horrible yeast infection (Candida Albicans) The itching was so intense that I couldn't sit down. I was pacing around my house. Never in my life have I had such intense itching! In desperation I grabbed a washcloth and poured a small amount (maybe 2 tablespoons of ACV on it then ran the tap water over it briefly to saturate the cloth and held it on my genital area. The itching stopped IMMEDIATELY! No burning for me, just relief. Thank you Ted for being here." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=ACV_36951 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss5 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 11:13:48 EST [YEA] Tnh1218 from Helena, Al writes: "OMG, I do not normally get yeast infection but one came on me all of the sudden today and was very Uncomfortable. I immediately looked up natural cures and found these on ACV which I take in a drink with Honey daily anyway. But I decided to do like some have said and soak a cotton pad in it and apply it to the area and once the burning quit I could not believe that the itching was gone. Now it may come back but I am so stunned about the instant relief that I had to share with ya'll. Hope it helps someone as noone deserves to go through that misery (lol)." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=COCONUTOIL_36907 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss6 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 17:57:35 EST [YEA] Miara from New York, Ny writes: "I have found a cure for my yeast infections! I have been reading earth clinic for years, and promised myself that I would never post until I found something that was worthy. I don't get yeast infections often, but when I do, it's horrendous. It quickly gets out of control, even when I abstain from all sugars, grains and anything else that would worsen the problem. So for the last two days, I was in horrible pain, and I had this crazy idea that seemed like it would work. Take the two most powerful antifungals - Coconut oil and acidophilus, and keep them in your vagina somehow. Here it is ladies : 1. Take a tampon (I know this sounds excruciating but wait) 2. Soak the tampon in coconut oil. Don't need to go nuts, but just enough to coat the tampon. 3. Take a tablespoon of coconut oil and put it into a cup. 4. Next, get a good probiotic( acidophilus) in capsule form and take three to four capsules, open them up and add them to the coconut oil. 5. Stir together to make a paste. Not too thick though. 6. Then coat the tampon with the paste and insert. 7. Scrape up the rest of the paste and coat the labia and just the very outside of your vagina, to relieve any discomfort. Sit back, relax, and wait :) I woke up this morning and my infection was gone! No more pain, AT ALL!!!! I would suggest doing this for a few nights though, just to be extra sure it's gone. Hope this helps!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=ACV_36827 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss7 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 23:15:29 EST Kiya from Augusta, Ga writes: "Hello all, ever since I got pregnant with my daughter earlier this year I have suffered from yeast infections. So far I have had 4 this year and the only comfort I have found for them was cranberry pills and tons of water. I figured that once I had her the yeast infections would go away but they did not. Right now I have one that just started yesterday. I usually be in so much pain and itchy I decided I had to find a better remedy as the cranberry pills took a few days to work. I just now heard of the Apple Cider Vinegar remedy and luckily my mom bought a whole bottle of it a while back. It's never even been opened. I just tried dipping a q-tip in some diluted apple cider vingear and it does burn a little but already just about 3 minutes in I can feel it slowly fading away. I do intend on taking an ACV bath and soaking for a while. I will update and let everyone know how fast it goes away. This remedy came just in time, I thought it was going to ruin my New Year ;D." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=YOGURT_36739 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss8 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:26:59 EST [YEA] Deedee from Des Moines, Iowa writes: "A couple of weeks ago I went to the ER for what turned out to be a gum infection from a tooth. I was given amoxicillin 875mg. The attending physician told me I would probably get a yeast infection from it and said if I did to just eat some yogurt. I said to myself "yeah, yeah." I got the yeast infection and did everything for it, for 2 weeks, but not the yogurt. Last night I went to the grocery and happened to see some Greek yogurt and bought some. My yeast infection was full blown, so I thought "what the heck" and ate one of the yogurts. THIS MORNING I HAVE NO MORE YEAST INFECTION." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=YFD_36233 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss9 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 10:55:57 EST [YEA] Barbara from Toronto, On, Canada writes: "Yeast free diet cured me of yeast infections I used to have recurrent painful, debilitating yeast infections. I would sometimes get a red rash as well. The treatment was a three day dose of Sulpha tablets followed by yeast infections inserts and cream. This worked but began to deplete my energy and immune health after a while. On a whim one day I decided to try giving up yeast. This was five years ago and since that day I have not had a single yeast infection. It is hard to give up yeast. Not only is it in almost all processed foods, it is also hidden. Enriched flour, citric acid, soy sauce, vinegar, natural flavor and and vitamins is how it is added and hidden in most foods. I make all my own foods basically and that is alot of work( fortunately I love to cook) but the pay off is that I am completely free of yeast infections and my immune health is so strong that now if I do occasionally eat yeast containing food I do not get infections and my body will naturally clean itself out within a few days. A healthy (low or no sugar, salt and bad fats, preferably vegetarian or vegan )yeast free diet is the easiest way to cure yourself of this ailment and it works. I also eat alot of acidic fruit like kiwi, cranberries and eat alot of greens which helps alot as well. For vegans- watch out for soy products (soy milk, meat, dairy) as they almost always contain yeast. It is added as Vitamin B12 or D and labeled as such or sometimes as "natural flavoring". Also- nutritional yeast is okay but you need to boil it for 20 minutes to kill any living yeast and use it only occasionally. It is an inactive yeast but can still cause yeast to overgrow in your system. It is common in vegan food as a Vit B12 supplement and flavoring additive. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=ACV_36112 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss10 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 12:17:18 EST [YEA] Jenn from Queens, Ny writes: "THANK GOD FOR THIS SITE!!!!!!!! Im 28 yrs old and I found this site about a week ago in search of relief for a yeast infection. Sorry if this is TMI, but if this helps another person then so be it!...I had extreme itching accompanied by sore rawness after that would just not go away. This went on for about 3-4 days progressivly getting worse. I used OTC Monistat 'one day treatment' that is supposed to be cleaner,faster working, and all together conveient, hense the title. Well i had relief, but only for 'ONE DAY'! The next morning I woke up itching again, so I googled the heck out of finding a natural remedy and found this amazing site. I chose to try the ACV that the site recommended and just picked it up at my local grocery store.I also picked up a bottle of Acidophilis capsules. The first night I honestly didnt even measure the first amount of ACV i diluted in a glass of water, as I was just desperate for something to work. Then I took a Acidophilis capsule following the drink. Maybe it was just mentally expecting a difference but within about 30 minutes I felt like the itching decreased. So I drank another glass of AVC (minus the acidophilis) before bed (this time i measured about 2 tbsp in 8-10oz water)and by morning I was still slightly itchy but had decreased about 85%! On a side note my menstral cycle had been extremly off for a few months, as this had been a high stress year for me, but my last period was in mid October. Well that day, mid afternoon I began spotting. Did I kill 2 birds with one stone? lol...Now I don't know if the AVC induced my period or if I got it reguardless, but I will say that when I was a few hours late of taking my ACV I began to feel 'itchy' again, as I was taking the same dose (2 tbsp ACV in 8-10 oz water) once nightly. It has been almost a week of the regimen Ive been using and had had my period full blown for about 4-5 days now. I am almost 100 % comfortable, but the very minor itching can also be caused by the blood alone...I will definatly keep you posted. I am now a believer in ACV! It has also regulated my BM's too...I never realized how good ACV was good for you..if you look at other ailments on this site you'll find ACV pops up quite a bit as a #1 remedy! THANKYOU EARTHCLINIC :):):) " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=HPAD_34921 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss11 Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:08:08 EST [YEA] Notagain from Levittown, Pa writes: "okay, I happy to say that I have found something that works for me. I have been battling BV and Lucky me Yeast infection at the same time. This is what I did, I empty a bottled water bottle and add half peroxide and half distilled water, then I add 1 acidophilus caplet to the mixture. Once the caplet dissolves I use this mixture as a douche for 5 days........works wonders. oh, I also take the probiotic pills ____ one daily. Hope this helps and please share with if it does." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=ACV_33014 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss12 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 16:14:37 EDT [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Sheila from New York, Ny writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar for Bacterial Vaginosis and Yeast Infection I have been suffering with some sort of vaginitis for the past 3 or 4 months. At first, I had itching and a fishy discharge and it seemed like Bacterial Vaginosis. I started taking P. Reuteri probiotic capsules and it seemed to go away but after sex it always came back. After that I tried taking folic acid. The smell went away but the itching was worse than ever and my vagina was red and irritated.I then tried golden seal suppositories at night while taking golden seal and garlic capsules orally. The itching and redness were worse than EVER. At this point, it was starting to look like I actually had a yeast infection, but I had no cottage cheese discharge. After reading the entries here on yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis I noticed that Apple Cider Vinegar was used to treat both, so I bought unfiltered apple cider vinegar (with the mother) and I folded 2 paper towels together to use them as a rag. I put warm water on them and poured about 3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and put it on my vagina. I left it there for about 2 minutes but I noticed it wasn't burning or stinging so I thought it wasn't working. I added about 2 more tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and it still wasn't stinging, but I still kept the rag on for about 2 more minutes. It didn't help right away but about 5 minutes later, I'm sitting at my desk typing this up and I am finally ITCH FREE! The redness has also decreased. I am so happy to finally get rid of this! I'm also going to start taking the apple cider vinegar orally in a glass of water before bed. Just wanted to say that if your symptoms are ambiguous and you aren't really sure if you have a yeast infection or bacterial vaginosis, it's a really good idea to try the apple cider vinegar, because people with both types of infections have seen results. You have nothing to lose !Good luck everyone! Don't give up! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=AGY_32696 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss13 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 08:56:14 EDT [YEA] Sambi from Atlanta, Ga writes: "I have had reoccurent yeast infections BV for years. I am apparently immune to the prescription drug they give you for yeast and a I am painfully allergic to the otc creams. I read about garlic pessaries before (1 clove tied up in cheesecloth) and it had worked in the past so i tried it again. I was always skeptical of the yogurt thing but in desperation tried it and it worked IMMEDIATELY. so now, 2 acidophilus pills orally, garlic pessaries at night/8-10 HRS and topical and internal yogurt as needed for discomfort. I always hated yogurt but I thank god for it now." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=BORICACID_32522 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss14 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 22:32:39 EDT [YEA] Dee from Charlotte, Nc writes: "I am a 27 year old female who has suffered from a raging yeast infection for the past six months. I tried everything, and I mean EVERYTHING to get rid of this infection and it would not go away. I took the one-dose diflucan pills three times and used a prescription cream once. These treatments used to help, but this time they did nothing. I then turned to alternative meds. At one time, I was taking oil of oregano drops, pau d'arco drops, garlic pills, capyrilic acid pills, doing apple cider vinegar douches, and following a low sugar/bread diet. This did not alleviate my symptoms at all. I had basically given up hope at this point and the yeast infection was seriously affecting my sexual relationship with my husband. I was sore and itchy all of the time and I had a serious amount of discharge. I tried the boric acid suppositories as a last resort. I had been afraid to use them before because of toxicity of the boric acid. After thoroughly researching, though, I realized that they were only toxic when taken internally and not intravaginally. Well, I bought the boric acid powder at the pharmacy (it was difficult to track down though, you might find it easier to order it from Amazon.com) and I actually used grapeseed extract capsules to fill. I just opened the capsules and dumped out the grapeseed extract and filled them with boric acid powder. This was MUCH cheaper than buying the empty capsules and just as effective. Now these capsules may be smaller than the OO empty ones and I also used half of the recommended dosage (one half-full pill every night for two weeks). I was still a little scared when I began the treatment, which is why I used less. I would recommend trying the lower dosage and then increasing the dosage if you respond well to avoid unecessary irritation. Well, within a week, my symptoms had drastically improved. After the two week treatment, my symptoms had disappeared. They later returned after my period and I had to continue treatment for another week (same low dosage). For me, the boric acid is more of a treatment than a cure (I often have to resume treatment when the infection returns), but it is the only thing that has given me relief from my symptoms. I am SO glad that I discovered this treatment. Just remember that you cannot take them orally, only as a vaginal suppository. I don't usually write testimonials, but I felt that I had to share this in case anyone found themselves in the same situation that I was in." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=GSE_31868 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss15 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 EDT [YEA] Eh from Atlanta, Ga writes: "Grapefruit Seed Extract is an awesome product that I came to discover when I developed a terrible yeast infection from taking 2 rounds of antibiotics in one year, about 5 years ago. My docs could not even diagnose it, because it was what I would call "atypical yeast" -- not the typical symptoms, but rather an intense irritation and burning on the outside skin of my genitals. Anyway, I finally figured out that's what it was and went looking for natural treatments. BTW: you can do a search on GSE on the web and there are several websites that sell it, AND give VERY specific instructions on how to take it. But this is what I did: 10 drops GSE (in a empty capsule) 3 times/daily. (Be prepared to experience "detox" symptoms -- but mine were just a runny nose and a little headache). You could also douche with 5 drops/quart water. That is also recommended -- I did not, because my problem wasn't in my vagina, but on the outside. Since then, though, I have had "flare ups" with it again (got reinfected from my husband, actually, I think), and have used the douche - it gives almost instant relief -- a few times will almost cure it. But continue to use it -- I used it (decreased to 2x daily and then 1x daily) for months, for fear it it coming back. You can use it long-term without worring about it killing the good bacteria (or so they say), but I used a pro-biotic along with it (once/daily - spaced out 2 hrs between - very important!) You do not want to kill the good bacteria with the GSE... too expensive to do that! :o) Hope this helps! Oh! and the pet thing -- you can put it in their drinking water -- it is bitter so it may be difficult. But just give it maybe 2-3 drops and do it long-term... hopefully that will work. GSE has powerful anti-viral, anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties. I have used it for many applications, after reading all that you could use it for on a website. It really is amazing. Hope this helps you guys!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=TEABAGS_31793 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss16 Sun, 06 Sep 2009 16:44:46 EDT [YEA] Leah from Friendswood, Tx, United States writes: "There is one remedy I know of that works for yeast infections and doesnt burn like acv. It is regular tea bags. I dont know it stops the itching and irritation, but I m not sure if it cures it, I did this when I was on antibiotis and it worked. I wanted to take acidophillus, but I didnt know how it would interact with the antibiotics. What you do is: 1) boil some tea bags, black tea or chamomile, or whatever tea bags you have. I used Lipton and chamomile. 2) Get a douche bottle 3) Take the tea after it has cooled down and place it in the douche bottle, then douche. 4) After that, pack the tea bags into the vagina lips, not into the canal (DO NOT WRING THE BAGS OUT) 5) Get a maxi pad and place it in your panties so you dont leak, that would be embarrassing. It discreet enough that no one would know that you have them in there. When you think the bags are drying out, replace them, of course wash up before doing this and after just in case of contamination. Oh yeah, and get a new douche bottle everytime or boil the one you have, although, I dont know if it can stand the boiling water, and not melt. Good luck, try this, it does work! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=AVC_31359 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss17 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 04:44:44 EDT [YEA] Lana from Morris Plains, Nj writes: "Yeast Infection: A combination of Acidophilus, vitamin C, and hydrogen peroxide. I took 3 different kinds of Acidophilus on the first day I noticed the infection, each with 2x their normal doses (one full daily dose of each in the morning and evening). I also inserted Acidophilus the first night i noticed the infection, two of the different kinds (capsules) I had on hand. Since one of the three brands was chewable I decided not to use it like that. Then I would insert Acidophilus in both the morning and before i went to bed. I took about 4000 mgs of vitamin C each day. The last thing I did was put Hydrogen peroxide on my labia to relieve the itching. It stings for a minute, but after it is sweet relief. After the first night of this regimen there was about 90% less discharge and much less itching. I was amazed that i was almost completely cured in just one day. So, in total the plan is- 1) a double dose of more than one brand of Acidophilus 2) Insert acidophilus twice daily, in the morning and before bed. But I think the gel capsules are best for inserting into the vagina. 3) 4000 mgs of vitamin C each day. I took up to about 8000 mgs a day, but in some people that much vitamin C can give you a stomach ache. 4) Hydrogen Peroxide on a cotton ball swiped over all the itchy parts. I used it whenever I itched and after each time i used the bathroom. I was about 90% better IN ONE DAY!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=AY_31172 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss18 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 10:21:23 EDT [YEA] Bella from Roselle, Nj writes: "I have had three yeast infection these past two months. The third just started today. I didn't want to take any over the counter meds so instead I took the natural approach. I took 3 acidophilus pills every few hours, ate a greek yogurt, and my cousin gave me a recipe for a great douche. Acv, peroxide and water. I felt instant relief. Its quicker and better than prescription meds. Try it ladies!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=ACV_31092 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss19 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 04:31:50 EDT [QUESTION] Edna from Blaine, Wa writes: "can some one with fungal infection or yeast infection take raw apple cider vinegar, since it has yeast in it? won't the yeast in the acv make the infection worse?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=GARLIC_30810 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss20 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 01:46:35 EDT [YEA] Meg from Edison, Nj writes: "Garlic for Vaginal Yeast Infection... O ya! I was reluctant to try inserting raw Garlic in their but after bad itching and discomfort, I took 3 cloves of garlic and put it in a thread that I can pull it out later on, inserted it at night, and in 4 hours took it out. And guess what! I am a new woman again :-) Thanks EC." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=COCONUTOIL_30718 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss21 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 11:50:27 EDT [YEA] Laura from Ventnor, Nj writes: "I get yeast infections like crazy- I'm definitely a candida ridden person. My diet isn't terrible, yet I always get them! It may be related to my IUD- I think it gives me bartholin cysts from time to time too. I've tried all of the remedies listed here- the garlic, the yogurt on a tampon, ACV douches, peroxide douches, and everything else. The only, only thing that works for me is this: Coconut oil. I ingest a bunch of it (I eyeball it) approx 2-6 teaspoons. Over the course of about two days it's gone. It's the caprylic acid in the coconut oil. It kills yeast on contact. You can also apply directly to the source and it stops the itching and kills the yeast that way too- but definitely ingest it as the main yeast fighter. I use organic coconut oil, not the virgin one. The regular coconut oil works wonders on me, where the extra virgin coconut oil is only so-so. I put the oil in my coffee to mask the oilyness, and just drink it up. It's easiest that way. You can also put it on toast, or cook your food in it." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=GARLIC_30295 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss22 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 11:03:55 EDT [YEA] Amber from Silver City, Nm writes: "Garlic cured my yeast infection. The quickest way to cure a yeast infection naturally is to take a clove of garlic ON A STRING (I learned the hard way...) and use it as a vaginal suppository. After 2 days and 2 nights, no itching! If you do not use a string, the clove might have to be taken out by a friend or your partner. I have also tried dicing up 1 small clove of garlic and swallowing the pieces whole (do not chew) with a glass of water. I did this 2-3 times a day for a week and had good results." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=ACIDOPHILUS_29564 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss23 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 01:08:44 EDT [YEA] tamara from washington, dc writes: "Something I tried for a recurring yeast infection that worked 10 years ago and I never had it again may work for BV but I can't try it because my monthly was not regular and now I don't have one. Take 2 acidophilus pills (normal dose in the bottle)for the 2 nights before your period starts and 2 nights after they end. My doctor told me acidophilus won't work for BV but this is better then inserting them vaginally and bleeding. I don't know how long to take them. I took them for 6 months and it also helped my constipation. Ten years later I am still regular were I never was before. So this will defintely help yeast infections and regularity. My thought is that acidophilus is good for the vaginal flora which SHOULD be good for BV but I can't test it." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=YOGURT_29131 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss24 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 04:49:28 EDT [YEA] Lorelei from Austin, TX writes: "Once I started taking the birth control pill, I started getting fairly regular yeast infections. The over the counter remedies are messy and expensive and I was tired of it. I found many sites (including this one) that recommended using yogurt to cure the infection. I bought a 6oz cup of plain, unflavored, nonfat yogurt with live cultures. As soon as I got home a applied a little to the outside of my vagina and my vulva and the itch stopped immediately. I then made a frozen insert to use that night by using a plastic tampon applicator, filling it with yogurt, and freezing it. I inserted it right before bed and put on a pad to catch the melting mess. There really wasn't much at all - nowhere near as messy as the over the counter chemical/medicinal stuff. I felt totally cured the next morning, but continued use for another day just to be sure. Cheap, easy, and it WORKS!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/yeast_infection.html&name=TURMERIC_28932 /CURES/yeast_infection1.rss25 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 10:18:22 EDT [QUESTION] Paula from Anywhere, USA writes: "QUESTION???? DOES ANYONE HAVE ANY EXPERIENCE OR KNOWLEDGE OF USING TURMERIS VAGINALLY FOR A YEAST INFECTION. I HAVE HOMEADE CAPSULES FROM WHEN I HAD AN ABSESS TOOTH AND THOUGHT I MIGHT USE IT FIR THIS PROBLEM TOO?? THANKS AHEAD OF TIME FOR A RESPONSE."