Vaginal Itching and Irritation
If you are troubled by vaginal itching and irritation,
accompanied with a white discharge which looks like cottage cheese, then you
probably have candidiasis.
Candidiasis is a fungal infection which can occur in the
mouth, urinary tract, stomach, skin or the vagina. Most women who suffer from
vaginal itching and irritation usually have a candida infection. The infection
is caused by a yeast-like fungus called Candida albicans.
The Magic of Garlic
While there are many over-the-counter medications available
for treating vaginal candidiasis, garlic is one of the most useful natural
treatment for it. Garlic or Allium Sativum has anti-fungal properties and this
is why it works as a magical cure for vaginal candidiasis.
Allicin is the active component in garlic which is
responsible for the anti-microbial activity of this wonderful herb. Allicin has
been found to be effective in curing all sorts of infections, including those
caused by bacteria and fungi.
However, fresh garlic does not contain allicin. It contains
alliin. When you crush or chop fresh garlic, alliinase, an enzyme, converts the
alliin into allicin. This is also what is responsible for the strong odor of
garlic.
How to Eat Garlic for Curing Vaginal Yeast
Infection
The best way to consume garlic is to eat it raw. Just crush
it or chop it and add it to your salads. This is the best way to get the most
out of Allicin for treating vaginal infection.
You can also take one clove of garlic every day. Make sure
to peel off the white covering over the clove before eating it. Just chew the
garlic in the mouth before gulping it down your throat.
If you cannot take raw garlic, just buy garlic or allicin
capsules. In this case, consume 4,000-5,000 mcg of allicin per day.
Place the Clove Inside the Vagina
Another commonly used way for using garlic for vaginal
infections is to place the clove inside the vagina. Just take one clove, peel
off the white covering, and place it inside the vagina just before going to
bed. Throw it away in the morning.
You can also cut the clove into two and then place it in the
vagina. As mentioned above, chopping or crushing allows the allicin to work its
magic in a much better way.
Most women will see a difference within a day of usage.
However, if the candida infection has been troubling you for quite a few weeks,
you may have to use it for a few nights. In this case, make sure to cut the
garlic into two to enhance its strength.
The Strong Odor and Taste of Garlic
Keep in mind that garlic has a strong odor and taste. So, if
you are eating it raw, you are likely to retain that garlic breath throughout
the day. Even when you place it inside the vagina, you may taste it in your
mouth. Don't worry about it. It will disappear as soon as you stop using it.
So, if you are suffering from a vaginal yeast infection and
would like to try out a home remedy, try out garlic. You may be able to skip a
meeting with a doctor.
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