Candida Albicans Thrush - 3 Quick Tips To Get Rid Of Thrush (candida)

Candida Albicans thrush is also known as Candida, yeast infection and Candidiasis. Whatever you call it, it is a horrible infection that can completely disrupt your life. Around 80% of women will have Candida Albicans thrush at least once, while nearly half of those will have recurring thrush. The usual treatment of topical creams and pessaries etc., just doesn't seem to work for these folks. So more of them are turning to natural home remedies for thrush. You'll discover 3 typical home remedies for Candida Albicans thrush here.

Candida Albicans thrush is caused by the Candida Albicans fungi which most of us have in our bodies quite naturally. Our bodies' 'beneficial' bacteria normally keeps the fungi under control so that it doesn't cause us any trouble. But sometimes the Candida fungi can 'overgrow' out of control and cause the symptoms of thrush. Some of the things that can help 'trigger' this overgrow are; antibiotics, lowered immune system, bad diet, overweight, stress, drug habits, steroids, diabetes, etc.

After you've attended your doctor your first line of defense is usually prescription or over-the-counter medications that you apply directly to the infected area. But why do so many women still suffer nasty recurring bouts of thrush? It seems that it's because the medication only attacks the symptoms, not the root cause. And, because the medication is drug-based, the Candida Albicans fungi can build-up a resistance to the drugs. So more and more women with recurring or chronic thrush are turning to natural remedies.

Here are 3 typical natural home remedies for Candida Albicans thrush to try out at home:-

1. Apple Cider Vinegar

This helps to get your body's pH (measure of acidity) back in balance to prevent the Candida fungi from overgrowing. You can ingest it or apply directly to the area. But it has to be raw, un-distilled, unpasteurized apple cider vinegar from your health food store.

As a drink just add 2 teaspoons of vinegar to a 8 oz glass of water. Take 3 times a day.

As a douche mix 2 tablespoons with 2 quarts (2 liters) of water and douche with a cotton pad twice a day.

You can also bathe. Add 2 cups to a low warm bath and sit in it for around 20 to 30 minutes twice a day.

2. Yogurt

This has to be plain yogurt without sugar, color, fruit or additives. And it must say on the label or container that it contains 'active cultures'. One of these cultures is Lactobacillus acidophilus which is a 'beneficial' bacteria that helps to keep the Candida Albicans fungi in check. Again, you can eat it or apply directly.

Apply the yogurt over the area affected, e.g. the vulva and lips of the vagina. For internal purposes, just soak a regular tampon in the yogurt and keep in overnight. Repeat until the symptoms go away.

3. Garlic

Raw garlic has antifungal properties ideal for fighting the Candida Albicans fungi. Apply a paste of peeled, crushed garlic over the area affected. Internally, you can make a tampon using a peeled clove of garlic wrapped in some muslin. Do this nightly until the symptoms are eliminated.

These three home remedies for Candida Albicans thrush can be very effective, but there are very many other home remedies that you might need to try before you arrive at the remedy or combination of remedies that work for you. And, in order to guarantee a complete cure with no recurring or chronic infections, you also have to address any of the underlying triggers, such as diet and lifestyle issues.