Garlic - Garlic has a range of health benefits from anticarcinogenic to insect repellant. It is also a wonderful antimicrobial (bacterial, fungal, parasitic). Garlic can be ingested orally (one raw cloves, capsules 600-900 mg) or inserted vaginally (one raw clove) every night for 3-7 nights.
Acidophilus - Also known as lactobacillus acidophilus is a friendly bacterial that helps to maintain a normal gut and a normal vaginal pH by acting like a natural antibiotic. Acidophilus can be found in pill and powder form. Some suggest that the refrigerated form is more effective. It can also be found in yogurt and yogurt products.
Tea tree oil - This oil may be applied topically for symptomatic relief of itching or burning. It also has antiseptic properties which is why it is better than vitamin E or vitamin A oils.
Gentian Violet - This is a dye that is a powerful yeast killer. It should be applied liberally in the perineal area. It will keep the skin purple for a few days and will also dye underwear.
Allspice - Allspice is actually a green fruit (berry) that grows on the Pimenta tree. While traditionally used to cure indigestion or stomach aches, it also has been found to have antiseptic an anesthetic effects especially against candida albicans (yeast).
Boric acid - There is a lot of controversy over boric acid capsule use in pregnancy. Some practitioners and pharmacists are adamant that it should only be used in non-pregnant women. I also don't typically recommend it, but included it here to be complete. It is very effective, when used as boric acid capsules, 98% of women with chronic yeast report being cured from chronic yeast. Insert into the vagina up to twice a day for 2-4 weeks. Boric acid should NEVER be ingested orally.
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