Candidiasis And 9 Ways To Treat It
Candidiasis, also known as candidiasis, is the disease most often caused by yeasts of the genus Candida, especially Candida albicans. It usually affects the skin, nails and mucous membranes. On the other hand, women are particularly vulnerable to the development of this infection.
In most cases, this infection is not a serious condition and can be successfully dealt with by home-proven remedies. So today you will learn how to make candidiasis your nightmare no longer.
What is candidiasis?
Candida albicans is a pathogenic yeast that is constantly present in the human body in small, controlled amounts.
The spread of this yeast, and thus the development of candidiasis, which becomes our problem, takes place under certain specific conditions. Candidiasis develops in the following areas of the body or as a result of the following situations:
- wet or sweaty areas of skin. Most often, candidiasis is located in the armpits, in the groin, under the breasts, between the fingers or in the corners of the mouth.
- not changing clothes for several days. This dries out the sweat on the body and increases the moisture in certain areas of the body. The same can also happen to babies who change their nappy too infrequently.
- a diet rich in sugar, and also based on products made of white refined flour. These substances are food for the fungus.
- consuming medications such as antibiotics, steroids and birth control pills for a long time. This disrupts the level of beneficial bacteria in the body, which in turn controls the amount of yeast.
- people with a weakened immune system. We can distinguish here patients with AIDS, patients undergoing chemotherapy, people after surgery and hospitalization, bedridden people, as well as people suffering from disorders of the circulatory system and blood.
Candidiasis causes a red skin rash that gets worse if not treated properly. Symptoms include burning, itching, swelling and pain. Over time, the disease becomes chronic and leads to thickening of the skin, which additionally becomes white.
Home remedies to fight candidiasis
Recipe with yogurt
Ingredients:
- 0.5 cups of yogurt
- 0.5 teaspoons of ground cinnamon
A method of preparing:
Mix both ingredients thoroughly and apply to the affected areas for five nights. Wait for the preparation to dry, do not rinse.
Recipe with garlic
Ingredients:
- 1 clove of garlic
- 1 cup of water
A method of preparing:
Mix the grated garlic clove with water, then strain and drink it whole. You can also eat two raw garlic cloves a day.
Recipe with lavender
Ingredients:
- 1 bunch of lavender flowers (can be dried or fresh)
- 1 liter of water
A method of preparing:
Boil the lavender and water in a saucepan for 10 minutes. Then let it cool down and strain. Add to baths or rinse areas where there is a rash caused by candidiasis. Repeat once or twice a day.
Recipe with calendula
Calendula is anti-inflammatory and bactericidal. The main part of this medicinal plant is flowers.
Ingredients:
- 150 ml of almond oil
- 1 tablespoon of calendula petals
- 1 tablespoon of chamomile flowers
- 10 drops of tea tree oil
A method of preparing:
Pour calendula and chamomile petals with almond oil and store in a glass container in a dark, dry place at room temperature for about three weeks.
Then, after the recommended time has elapsed, strain the mixture and add 10 drops of tea tree oil to it. Apply to places affected by candidiasis. Also, be sure to use a clean piece of cloth or a cotton towel for this.
Recipe with chamomile
Ingredients:
- 1 liter of water
- field horsetail (4 tablespoons)
- chamomile (4 tablespoons)
- bearberry (4 tablespoons)
- chamomile (4 tablespoons)
A method of preparing:
Put all ingredients in a pot of water and cook for 5 minutes. Then let it rest for 15 minutes and strain the mixture. Add to baths or rinse the affected areas twice a day.
Recipe with baking soda
Baking soda has many different uses. So it’s always worth having it at hand.
Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons of baking soda
- 0.5 liters of water
A method of preparing:
Dissolve baking soda in water and apply twice a day to the affected areas. Repeat the treatment for two weeks until the symptoms disappear completely.
Recipe with sage
Ingredients:
- 5 liters of water
- sage (1 bunch)
- thyme (1 bunch)
- lavender (1 bunch)
A method of preparing:
In this case, it is best to use fresh plants. Put the ingredients in a pot of water and heat it up. Once the water is warm, cook for about 5 minutes. After that time, remove from heat and wait until it cools down.
Drain and boil again. Bath or rinse sick areas at least twice a day. Before using it again, heat it up.
Recipe with laurel (bay leaf)
Ingredients:
- 5 bay leaves
- 1 cup of water
A method of preparing:
Boil bay leaves in water for about 5 minutes, then remove from heat and let cool. Use a cotton pad to rinse the affected areas with candidiasis. It is recommended to use it at bedtime for one week.
Recipe with Echinacea
Echinacea can be used externally and internally. Echinacea extract for internal use strengthens the immune system.
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon of Echinacea root
- 1 liter of water
A method of preparing:
Boil both ingredients for two minutes. Strain and drink two to three cups a day for a month. This natural remedy is also helpful for fatigue, skin diseases, problems with the immune system and the flu.
