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HSS: "Vaginal yeast infections"
CDC: "Vaginal Candidiasis"
Columbia University: "Yogurt for yeast infections?"
Global Journal of Health Science: "The Comparison of Vaginal Cream of Mixing Yogurt, Honey and Clotrimazole on Symptoms of Vaginal Candidiasis"
General Gynecology: "Bee-honey and yogurt: a novel mixture for treating patients with vulvovaginal candidiasis during pregnancy"
Egyptian Nursing Journal: "Effect of ingestion of yogurt containing Lactobacillus acidophilus on vulvovaginal candidiasis among women attending a gynecological clinic"
Microorganisms: "Warding Off Recurrent Yeast and Bacterial Vaginal Infections: Lactoferrin and Lactobacilli"
Cleveland Clinic: "Do Home Remedies Actually Work for Yeast Infections?"
Microbiology Research Journal International: "In vitro Evaluation of Antifungal Activity of Virgin Coconut oil and White Palm Kernel Oil on Candida Species-Experimental Study "
BMJ Open Medicine: "Can drinking more water prevent urinary tract infections? The evidence says yes"
Scientific Reports : "Antimicrobial activity of apple cider vinegar against Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans; downregulating cytokine and microbial protein expression"
Cleveland Clinic: "How To Get Rid of Thrush: 8 Remedies"
Planned Parenthood: "What is a yeast infection?"
Is this an emergency? If you are experiencing serious medical symptoms, please see the National Library of Medicine’s list of signs you need emergency medical attention or call 911.
Making certain diet changes may help when you have a yeast infection.
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- Yogurt
- Probiotics
- Vaseline
- Coconut Oil
- Water
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Saltwater Rinse
- Other Popular ‘Remedies’
- Yeast Infection Timeline
Everything You Need to Know About Iron’s Role in Yeast Infections
Snack on yogurt to get good-for-you bacteria that may help counteract a yeast infection.
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The 10 Best Probiotic Yogurts, According to a Dietitian
Look for "Lactobacillus" on the label of your probiotic.
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Don't scratch — apply a mild ointment to ease itchiness.
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Is There a Connection Between Nutritional Yeast and Yeast Infections?
HSS: "Vaginal yeast infections"
CDC: "Vaginal Candidiasis"
Columbia University: "Yogurt for yeast infections?"
Global Journal of Health Science: "The Comparison of Vaginal Cream of Mixing Yogurt, Honey and Clotrimazole on Symptoms of Vaginal Candidiasis"
General Gynecology: "Bee-honey and yogurt: a novel mixture for treating patients with vulvovaginal candidiasis during pregnancy"
Egyptian Nursing Journal: "Effect of ingestion of yogurt containing Lactobacillus acidophilus on vulvovaginal candidiasis among women attending a gynecological clinic"
Microorganisms: "Warding Off Recurrent Yeast and Bacterial Vaginal Infections: Lactoferrin and Lactobacilli"
Cleveland Clinic: "Do Home Remedies Actually Work for Yeast Infections?"
Microbiology Research Journal International: "In vitro Evaluation of Antifungal Activity of Virgin Coconut oil and White Palm Kernel Oil on Candida Species-Experimental Study "
BMJ Open Medicine: "Can drinking more water prevent urinary tract infections? The evidence says yes"
Scientific Reports : "Antimicrobial activity of apple cider vinegar against Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus and Candida albicans; downregulating cytokine and microbial protein expression"
Cleveland Clinic: "How To Get Rid of Thrush: 8 Remedies"
Planned Parenthood: "What is a yeast infection?"
