Category: Natural Health

Are You Struggling With Infertility? Donor Eggs Could Help

Many couples dream about starting a family together one day. They have long conversations into the night chatting about what their children might look like and grow up to be, who they’ll take after and how they’ll behave.

Fortunately, for most couples, getting pregnant is easy. They make the decision that they’re ready to have kids, start trying, and within several weeks or months, they receive the happy news.

For one in six couples in the USA, though, it doesn’t happen this way. Infertility is on the rise in the western world, and while there are some possible causes, there’s no cold, hard reason that wins out beyond age demographics.

Possible Causes of Infertility

An increase in harmful chemicals in the environment, the after-effects of the birth control pill, and sexually transmitted diseases, like chlamydia – these are all possible causes behind the rise in infertility.

Some experts believe that an increase in DDT can effect estrogen levels in women, so you’re strongly advised to consume only organic products. Another possible culprit is parabens. When a couple is trying to conceive, it’s recommended that you abstain from using certain hair dye products, body scrubs, soaps, and beauty products containing parabens.

If you don’t know by now, parabens are a type of preservative used to prevent the growth of bacteria. According to some fertility experts, they also have the ability to take on the characteristics of estrogen, which means that you could be getting too much of it. When your hormones are out of balance, your chances of creating healthy eggs or creating healthy sperm is reduced.

How do you know if a product has parabens in it? Well, unless it’s illegal, it will be listed on the label. Don’t be fooled into thinking it doesn’t contain parabens if you don’t see the exact word on its own. Sometimes it can be part of the word – like propylparaben, ethylparaben, and so on.

Since you’re reading Organic Lifestyle Magazine, I’m going to go ahead and assume that you’re pretty well informed on the negative effects of parabens by now and that you don’t use these types of products, anyway. But you should also be paying more attention to the house paints you use, the food you consume, and the artificial sweetener you put in your coffee. All of these have the power to throw your hormones out of whack and lead to temporary infertility, so look for natural sweeteners, organically grown food and fresh produce, and don’t eat anything from a can.

Delaying Childbearing Until Later in Life

It’s depressing but sadly true, as a woman, your chances of conceiving drop off dramatically after the age of 35 and a little bit more every year after that. With more and more women studying for a postgrad degree or wanting to climb their way up the career ladder, many delay having children until later on. Some couples cite an unstable economy, lack of job certainty, or contract positions without insurance benefits as reasons to hold off on starting a family. You would probably never find the right time to have kids if you over-analyzed it though. And you do have to face the cold, hard fact that the ticking biological clock is more than just a myth.

Dealing With Your Emotions

If you’re part of the demographic of would-be older parents experiencing problems with a low egg supply, you might try IVF (In-Vitro Fertilization). But IVF doesn’t always work for every couple. If you’ve been told that your own eggs aren’t viable for whatever reason, it’s a tough pill to swallow.

For a woman to find out she’ll never be able to conceive using her own eggs is one of the biggest blows she’ll ever have to deal with in life. Before you can even begin to contemplate the idea of using donor eggs, you’ll need to go through a lengthy period of dealing with your emotions.

Many women feel grief over the children that they will never have. The may even feel rage, envy, anger, or depression. Worrying about whether using a donor egg will make the child feel less like your own is also common. If you are suffering from infertility, you’re not alone and you do have options available. But dealing with your emotions first is vital, and this means being open with your partner at all times. You may find professional help and counsel useful, or techniques like mindfulness, meditation, and yoga to process and deal with your feelings, and prepare your mind and body for the next step.

Using Donor Eggs

There have been enormous advances in the field of modern fertility, which mean that you can now safely and comfortably use a donor egg for procreation. While your child won’t share your DNA, you can decide to use your partner’s sperm and select a donor with similar physical traits to yourself. If you’re worried about the child not feeling like yours, don’t; the bond between mother and child begins in the womb.

You’ll be carrying your child for nine months, feeling him grow and kick and even hiccup inside of you. You’ll give birth to him and nurse him. This child would never exist if it weren’t for you, so you’ll never have to feel as if he isn’t yours.

Using donor eggs is far from a new concept. In fact, it’s been around for more than three decades now, although the traditional procedure is changing. Until fairly recently the process was carried out with fresh donor eggs, but now using frozen donor eggs is gaining in popularity.

Thanks to new thawing protocols and “flash freezing” techniques, the success rates of the procedure with frozen donor eggs are now becoming higher. Flash freezing minimizes the chances of ice crystals forming on the eggs and therefore prevents them from getting damaged.

Fresh or Frozen Donor Eggs?

There are a few differences between the two which will help you decide whether you’ll choose fresh or frozen donor eggs. The largest factor will probably be the cost, and the second largest is time. Which is ironic really, seeing as the people who have the most money generally have the least time.

You might be wondering, if success rates are higher using fresh donor eggs, then why would you consider using frozen donor eggs? Well, beyond the fact that frozen eggs are starting to achieve results similar to that of fresh donor eggs, here are a few things you need to know:

Fresh Donor Eggs

Frozen Donor Eggs
A cycle of fresh donor eggs usually runs at around $28,000, including agency fee, medication, and IVF. A cycle of frozen donor eggs is around half the price, at $12,000 to $14,000.
Donor and recipient’s menstrual cycles need to be synched up to receive the donor egg at the right time Any problems with cycle synchronization are removed, as it only depends on the recipient’s cycle.
Donor needs to be chosen locally, so that she can go into the clinic for treatment and transfer. There is a wider selection of donors to choose from due to removed time pressure and national donor bank of samples.
Higher success rates (85%) Lower success rate (65%)

You and your partner will need to decide which option is going to work better for you. Choosing fresh donor eggs may slightly increase your chances, however some frozen donor egg clinics are now offering money back guarantees, as well as financing plans to encourage couples to choose frozen donor eggs as their fertility option.

Conclusion

If you’re suffering from infertility and thinking about researching national egg donor programs, the good news is, you have a lot of options available to you. Whichever option you choose, you’ll need to visit your local fertility clinic with your partner and participate in a pre-screening process, to discuss your medical history and your expectations.

Choosing frozen donor eggs will give you more options, and you can select your donor online and decide according to the factors that are important to you (such as eye and hair color, ethnicity, and even education levels). All donors are extensively medically screened to rule out any infectious diseases or medical problems.

You don’t always have control over the way things happen in life or the hand you’re dealt, but thanks to the modern age that we live in, you and your partner don’t have to give up on your dream of starting a family.

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10 Natural Remedies for Mosquito Bites – Infographic

girl with mosquito bite, scratching hand has motion blur

Have you ever had a mosquito bite that turned into a big, itchy bump? You may be surprised by the number of natural remedies you have lying around your home that can help stop the itch so the bite goes away faster.

This is especially important for kids who don’t yet fully understand the importance of not scratching a mosquito bite. Don’t spend money on toxic creams. Use one of these solutions you probably already have in your kitchen.

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Infographic courtesy of Mosquito Magnet.

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Not All Sugars Are the Same

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Sugar, sugar everywhere, but what kind to eat? Head into the grocery store after a long day at the office (when you are ravenous and ready for dinner) and you’re bound to be tempted by the vast array of sweets stocking the shelves and aisles. Between all of the juice selections, smoothie flavors, fruit pyramids, dessert trays, and cereal choices, shopping for foods that not only support cleaner eating, while also allowing wiggle room for satisfaction, can be tricky. The good news is that with a little knowledge in your back pocket, you can easily choose sugar options that will not only boost your health but also provide you with a satiating sweet treat.

The Basics: How Much Sugar Should One Consume Daily?

According to the American Heart Association, women should consume no more than about six teaspoons or 100 calories of added sugar per day. Men, on the other hand, should limit their intake to no more than about nine teaspoons or 150 calories of added sugar a day. Six to nine teaspoons of sugar might not seem like a lot, especially when you consider how much some people consume on a regular basis. But what is key in this guideline is that it points out the restrictions on added sugars. Our diets include both naturally occurring and added sugars. Examples of naturally occurring sugars would be lactose found in unsweetened yogurt or milk and fructose found in whole foods such as fruit. Added sugars, however, are placed in foods to create a larger “wow” factor (or improved taste). Examples of foods that contain added sugars are usually sweetened yogurts, ice cream, candy, a large number of boxed cookies, and cheaply made “baked goods.” The question remains, though: if someone were to adjust the amount of added sugar they consumed to the amount suggested by the American Heart Association, how much naturally occurring sugar is allowed daily? “As long as the sugar is naturally found in food, such a dairy and grain products, there is not a limit,” explains Annie Tsang, Registered Dietitian at Elements Wellness Centre in Vancouver, BC. Of course, this is taking into account someone who is otherwise healthy and who has consulted a trusted health practitioner. With this in mind, when a person hits the aisles to grocery shop with the intention of buying healthier sources of sugar, knowledge is power. And it all begins with the basics.

Fructose, Glucose, Sucrose

Fructose, glucose, and sucrose are all important carbohydrate sources for our bodies, but they work differently, notes Tsang. Glucose: It plays a large role in our body’s functions because it is used as a main source of fuel. Tsang mentions that foods such as whole grains and starches contain long chains of glucose. “When consuming whole grains and starches, you are also ingesting a wide spectrum of nutrients, such as B vitamins and fibre,” Tsang says. Fructose: Generally speaking, fructose is found in fruits. “Unlike glucose, fructose does not have a direct effect to our blood sugar in response to insulin,” notes Tsang. In addition, she explains that when you eat whole foods containing fructose, such as fruits, you’re also consuming great nutrients, like fibre and antioxidants. Sucrose: Refined sugars contain sucrose. Sucrose is commonly referred to as table sugar. As our bodies metabolize foods, sucrose is broken down into both fructose and glucose molecules, which provides fuel for our body, explains Tsang. Between the fraternal triplets (fructose, glucose, and sucrose) which one should be avoided or more closely monitored? “Sucrose may be considered worse because foods containing added sucrose (i.e. candies, ice cream, and other sweets) are usually of no nutritional value,” says Tsang. Moreover, consuming too much refined sugar can increase the chance of dental cavities, obesity, and of chronic diseases, such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases, notes Tsang.

Added Sugars Can Wreak Havoc on Our Bodies

Fructose is metabolized by our livers, while glucose can be metabolized by every cell in our body, states Chris Gunnars BSC of Authority Nutrition (a website dedicated to sharing nutrition information that is scientifically backed). Excessive amounts of processed fructose, which can be found in items such as syrupy drinks, has been shown to create something called non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Not only is the liver at risk from too much refined fructose, but fructose can also cause us to feel less full, states Gunnars. The problem with feeling less satiated after we consume added fructose is that, shortly after, we want more calories. This strong desire for more calories (even after a substantial amount of non-nutritive, high caloric foods/drinks) can easily snowball into weight gain and health problems related to weight gain. Again, it’s worth noting that the harmful effects being discussed relate largely to added sugars, not the fructose found in fruits, which are real foods that make up a comparatively smaller foundation of fructose in our diet, states Gunnars. However, if one is diabetic or carb sensitive, caution should be given to all sugars (including fruits), and consulting with a health practitioner should be a priority, notes Gunnars. While consuming excess amounts of refined sugars can have a negative effect on your health, eating it in moderation is fine, unless you’ve been told otherwise by a health practitioner. “If consumed in moderation, all sugar forms help regulate our blood sugar and fuel our body”, Tsang explains.

But What About Sugar Addiction?

Many people love sugary treats, and physiologically, there is a reason behind the lust for sweets. “Our brain releases the ‘happy’ hormones when we consume sugar or new foods,” says Tsang. Many view their sugar cravings as an addiction. However, sugar addiction is not a formal term that a registered dietitian would use, explains Tsang. So if someone is feeling extremely drawn to sugary food more than anything else, what could be going on? Our brain and hormone function are extremely complex, but they always attempt to find balance and equilibrium. In a general sense, the more out of balance one is in terms of eating, the more he or she will crave sugar, says Tsang. “When we consume an excessive amount of sugar over a prolonged period of time, our brain asks for even more sugar to help give us that satisfied feeling because our body is already used to the new baseline of sugar consumption,” notes Tsang. At the end of the day, knowing what types of sugars to allow and what kinds to avoid can help you make decisions based from a logical standpoint. Even with all of this knowledge, it might not always be easy to steer clear of unwanted refined sucrose. If someone is feeling out of balance and has intense or strong urges for sugary food, the answer may not be as simple as a one stop shop solution, or “five flawless tips to quit sugar”. In reality, we humans are very layered and complex. Therefore, the methods that Tsang would use to help someone manage their sugar cravings are individualized. “There are many factors to consider before we, as registered dietitians, recommend individualized goals for clients to help manage sugar cravings,” she states. What are some of the factors that are assessed by Tsang in determining the best plan or solution for her client? The “…client’s overall mental health, status (stress, anxiety, depression) eating habits, level of physical activity, eating environment, and comorbidities,” are all factors that need to be taken into account when dealing with a client in a holistic manner, according to Tsang. Tsang recommends the following tactics to reduce sugar consumption:
  1. Mindful Eating: “Mindful eating has been the primary strategy used to help these clients but each client’s goals can differ greatly depending on how ready the client is and what method of mindful eating is more suitable for the specific client.” It is of course, always imperative to speak with a professional in regards to any eating plan.
  2. Drinking Black Coffee or Tea: Enjoying these beverages black is a simple way to avoid added sugar and calories if that is what your aim is. However, a little sugar “…does not hurt if the person’s diet is healthy otherwise.”
With a clearer understanding of sugar, healthier choices become a whole lot easier. Next time your sweet tooth kicks in, reach for a juicy mango or bowl of plump cherries, and enjoy.
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Beautiful Skin from the Inside Out with Vitamin C

Who doesn’t want radiant, clear skin? Unfortunately, as we age, that healthy glow isn’t always so easy to attain. As our skin ages, it becomes thinner and more fragile. Fine lines begin to show.

While a “less perfect” appearance of skin is completely normal and a healthy part of aging, it’s important to note that we do have the ability to greatly influence our skin’s appearance and health through the food and beverage choices we make. One starring role in creating healthy, beautiful skin is the ever present and often abundant vitamin C.

Understanding Skin Damage

Skin damage happens because of stressors such as age, pollution, and UV radiation due to a process called oxidization. Oxidization occurs when a molecule that has been exposed to a stressor such as tobacco smoke becomes unstable. This molecule then seeks to steal an electron from a healthy cell in order to become stable. This is where vitamin C steps in.

Vitamin C is an Antioxidant

According to Gabriella Weisbom, Certified Nutritional Practitioner (CNP) at Elements Wellness Centre in Vancouver, Canada, antioxidants are our body’s natural mechanism to help neutralize free radicals. Weisbom explains that free radicals are reactive and unstable atoms that can damage cells throughout the body and that vitamin C and other antioxidants help prevent that damage. “Antioxidants protect skin by limiting the production of free radicals which reduces damage to the skin cells,” Weisbom says.

Basically, an antioxidant donates an electron to a free radical to prevent oxidization from occurring, so that a free radical becomes stable and leaves the healthy cells alone.

Vitamin C Helps to Synthesize Collagen

Collagen is an important part of our skin’s health. It’s a protein that creates our skin’s firmness, and as we age, we produce less of it. However, increasing your vitamin C intake helps collagen production because “Vitamin C is required for the synthesis of collagen, which is a structural component of skin,” according to Weisbom.

One thing to keep in mind: vitamin C is water soluble — meaning it’s not stored in our bodies — and needs to be replenished daily.  “If you don’t get the proper amount of vitamin C, collagen production will slow, making skin more susceptible to wrinkles and aging,” states Weisbom. Therefore, increasing your intake of vitamin C, will greatly help the production of collagen in your skin, as well as neutralize the harmful effects of antioxidants.

What are the best sources to get vitamin C? The grocery store is a great place to start. Weisbom mentions that oranges, grapefruits, lemons, limes, papaya, strawberries, pineapple, kiwifruit, and cantaloupe are all excellent sources of vitamin C. Vegetables like bell peppers, kale, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, squash, and green beans also provide vitamin C, according to Weisbom.

Because vitamin C is heat sensitive, “…it’s best if you consume these foods raw to get the most benefit! If you prefer them cooked, I suggest cooking them at a low heat without exposing them to too much water,” says Weisbom.

Eating fresh fruits and vegetables is a great starting point for many who wish to up their intake of vitamin C; however, what if someone isn’t able to eat enough of these regularly? Is the average vitamin C tablet a good option?

Vitamin C Tablet

Weisbom strongly suggests that consumers do their own research on tablets as a form of vitamin C supplementation. Along with double checking the vitamin C tablet’s ingredients, to make sure you’re not allergic or that other medications (you may be on) won’t negatively impact you, “You also want to be certain there are no filler chemicals added as binding agents,” says Weisbom. In order to figure out which tablet is best for you, always talk to your health care professional or nutritional store staff.

Traditional oral supplements don’t always provide the best vitamin C absorption because the vitamin is held in a capsule that is rapidly disintegrated by the acids in your stomach. This poses a threat to your body’s ability to absorb vitamin C, according to natural health’s website DrMercola.com.

There’s an alternative to tablets called liposomal vitamin C, which, because of its make-up, presents bioavailability advantages over traditional oral C supplements. It is more easily and fully absorbed by your body, explains Weisbom. In addition, with high levels of traditional oral vitamin C, gastrointestinal distress can occur, and liposomal technology reduces this.

With all of this in mind, how can the average person fit more vitamin C into their life? Weisbom suggests these three strategies:

  1. Be prepared. Always have fruit high in vitamin C on hand for snacking. Fruit such as oranges, grapefruits, and kiwis are a hand held one stop shop for increasing your intake of vitamin C.
  2. Supercharge your breakfast with vitamin C.  Add fresh or frozen berries to your smoothies.
  3. Get cultural. Eat fermented vegetables (such as kimchi and sauerkraut) because they are an excellent source of vitamin C.

What should you expect if you increase your intake of vitamin C? According to Weisbom, “Tighter, smoother and glowing skin.”

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Prevent and Quickly Treat Vaginal Infections Naturally

Oh no. Not again. You squirm in your chair as you feel that itch, along with an annoying, burning sensation. Experience has taught you it will quickly get worse. Why does this keep happening? What can you do to prevent it?

What Causes Vaginal and Vulvar Irritation and Infections?

There are several causes of vaginal infections and vulvar discomfort.

  • Chafing and other physical reactions
  • Allergic Reactions and Reactions to Chemicals
  • Bacterial Infections
  • STDs
  • Parasites
  • Yeast Infections

Chafing

No matter how much you like the look, tight fitting clothes are not a great idea if they rub and chafe your nether parts. If those skinny jeans and those tight undies and thongs are rubbing you the wrong way, trade them for loose fitting alternatives. When the body’s flora is out of balance, damage quickly leads to infection. Skin irritation is damage to the skin. The skin needs to breathe without being in contact with toxic fabrics. Cotton breathes. Your nylon undies may be beautiful, but comfortably fitting cotton underwear helps air circulate and helps those delicate tissues heal. (Organic is best of course.)

Allergic and Chemical Reactions

Along with unnatural fibers like nylon, personal care and contraceptive products may be causing you problems as well. Soap, bubble bath, perfumes, douche solutions, vaginal lubricants, and contraceptive foam or creams are toxic and can cause irritation that leads to infection.

Soap and Bubble Bath

Stick with organic soap and consider unscented varieties until you have completely determined the cause of your problem. When you do use scented soaps, make sure the scent is from an essential oil, not a chemical cocktail. Aside from the current problem, you don’t want to slather your body with chemicals every day. Your skin absorbs whatever you put on it and draws it into your bloodstream.

Antibacterial soaps also lead to increased body odor because they kill the friendly bacteria on the skin that keeps the nasty bacteria in check. This is the same process that goes on in your gut. The friendly bacteria help keep your skin healthy. Quit killing them! After a few weeks of using organic soap, you’ll notice an amazing reduction in body odor provided you eat a diet of whole, healthy foods. And the gentle cleansing action of the right products will certainly help to heal irritated skin.

Read the label on your bubble bath or any other products added to your bath water. If it’s not free of sugar and organic, toss it. You’ll find that on the right diet and the fewer bath products you use, the better your skin will look and feel.

Perfumes, Sprays, Douches

Aside from perfumes included in soaps, many women spray or dab their under-regions with perfume, use douches, or use vaginal sprays. Stop. Just stop!

Your body knows how to cleanse itself. With few exceptions, you do not ever need to douche. If you think douching works as a contraceptive, think again. It doesn’t. So why would you ever want to rinse out your vagina with water and chemicals?

Do not use any perfumes or sprays. If you heal your body from the inside out (through a healthy diet) and wash with organic soap, you will not smell like your favorite flower, but you will smell great – like nature intended. If not smelling human is important to you, try essential oils.

Bacterial Infections

An amazing number of women were never taught to wipe from front to back. Wiping from back to front moves fecal matter into the vaginal area and the urethra, causing bacterial infections in the vagina and the urinary tract. While this is not at all likely when the body’s microflora is balanced, chances are if you’re reading this article your flora is not as healthy as it should be. Bacterial infections are said to be the most common vaginal infections, and many speculate that wiping incorrectly is the reason.

Anal to vagina sex without thoroughly washing first is also a cause of bacterial infection. If your lover argues that it is all natural and nothing to be concerned about, he’s wrong. Vaginas were not meant to handle feces, and feces, even from the healthiest body, can easily infect a vagina after the irritation of intercourse.

STDs

STDs such as trichomonas, gonorrhea, and chlamydia can result in vaginitis with a heavy foul-smelling discharge, or they may have little to no symptoms. If you are sexually active with multiple partners or have reason to suspect your partner may be, get tested regularly and use protection.

If you have any symptoms of vaginitis, it is always a good idea to rule out STDs.

Parasites

Like any other part of the body, parasitical infections are a possibility. Trichomonas, listed above as an STD, is a protozoan parasite. Other parasites that can cause problems include pinworms, scabies, and lice.

Yeast Infections

Yeast infections, caused by Candida, are an all too common cause of vaginal infections. These recurrent infections are usually treated with over the counter medication that may address the current infection, but never addresses the underlying cause. They’re also generally pretty slow to take effect.

How To Prevent Vaginal Infections

Diet is the basis to health and the key to preventing almost every disease. Feed the body the nutrients it needs to function at an optimum level. Detoxify the body to reduce the chemical and toxic load that interferes with proper metabolism and endocrine function. Exercise to move the lymph and aid the immune system. Ground yourself, soak in sunlight, and get enough sleep. Add a little joy to your life and you have the perfect combination.

The truth is, your vagina has its own ecosystem, much like and always influenced by the gut. Just like your gut, your vagina has a natural balance of bacteria, yeast, and other microflora. If you do something that sends that balance out of whack, you pay the price with an overgrowth of “bad” bacteria, yeast, or other nasty intruders such as a parasite or a virus. And one of the interesting characteristics of “bad” bacteria is that they don’t seem to mind co-mingling with parasites and fungi. Healthy bacteria doesn’t like to compete with anything that doesn’t belong. Healthy bodies have healthy immune systems in large part due to a plethora of beneficial microflora. People with balanced, healthy flora are not prone to infections. If they do become infected, infections are mild and quickly resolved.

So if you are a woman who is prone to vaginitis, your overall health needs a boost. Sugar is probably a factor. Sugar feeds Candida, bacteria, viruses, and parasites. If your gut is filled with an overgrowth of Candida, this yeast will affect your vagina and may also cause athlete’s foot and patches of infection on your skin. Dairy, drugs, and alcohol are also factors, and mercury toxicity promotes fungal growth and other infection as well. (Vaccines, mercury fillings in the mouth, too much contaminated seafood, etc.). Physical health and mental health begin with gut health, as the gut houses much of the immune system and produces neurotransmitters essential for healthy brain function and mood.

To regain your health, stop eating sugar and dairy (specifically, don’t consume pasteurized cow dairy) and eliminate artificial flavors, colorings, preservatives, MSG, GMOs, trans fats, and most of the processed food in your pantry. Eat whole, fresh, organic foods, mostly produce, and mostly vegetables. Shoot for 80% raw. If you achieve this goal, your diet will be filled with nutrients and enzymes and the prebiotic foods that restore gut health.

What Not To Do

Avoid Antibiotics

Just as oral antibiotics wreak havoc on the gut microbiome, they will affect the vaginal bacterial balance as well, resulting in an overgrowth of Candida.

Avoid Alcohol

Alcohol can wash away almost all of your gut flora, the good guys and the bad guys. The problem is that it doesn’t kill Candida spores (almost nothing does). So while it seriously damages the entire digestive system, it leaves behind all those Candida spores to go to work on the damage. In addition, alcohol raises your blood sugar levels and now you have a large amount of sugar in the blood traveling around ready and waiting to feed Candida as they evolve from their spore form.

No More Yogurt

With one exception, Bio-K plus, yogurt is not a great probiotic. Stomach acid is designed to kill bacteria. When you eat yogurt, you end up with dairy and sugars in the gut that feed whatever is there to feed. Good bacteria love produce. The bad guys love sugar, dairy, and damaged cells. That’s their food. Limit the fruit and cut out anything else that feeds them.

How To Naturally Treat a Vaginal Infection

As mentioned above for prevention, a truly healthy diet is essential. First and foremost, eat right. A sugar binge can cause exponential growth of a yeast, bacterial, viral, or parasitical infection. With supplements and the right diet, a vaginal infection can typically be cured within a few days.

If you suffer from reoccurring vaginal infections it’s time to get serious about fixing the gut. See Gluten, Candida, Leaky Gut Syndrome, and Autoimmune Diseases for more on gut health. Below are a few supplements that can wipe out any vaginal infection fast, and we recommend treating for all typical types of infection (bacterial, fungal, parasitical) even if you think it’s just one, because when the body is prone to infection there’s always more than one type of infectious microbe just waiting for its opportunity to flourish.

Be sure to check out the further reading section as well, and along with supplements, follow the information here, Detox Cheap and Easy Without Fasting – Recipes Included, for a powerful and fast detox protocol. Just following the guidelines for the detox will in most cases eliminate all infection, balance everything, and get the body completely well, typically within a week or two, but supplements radically speed up the process.

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