Vaginal yeast infections are influenced by various factors and underlying conditions such as diabetes, high-sugar diets, hormonal changes and antibiotic use.1 The most common cause of yeast infection is Candida, a type of fungus.1 While certain factors like pregnancy might up your chances of a yeast infection, the power of a good diet may help reduce your candidiasis vaginal infection risk.1,2 By focusing on the positive impacts of dietary choices, you can create an internal environment where Candida struggle to develop, thus helping to improve your vaginal health.
Key takeaways
- A healthy diet promotes overall health and can help reduce the risk of vaginal infections1,2
- Micronutrients are important to ensure your body is strong and can fight off the growth of too much Candida1
- Oral and vaginal prebiotics and/or probiotics will help you maintain a healthy immune system and fight off vaginal infections.1,2
- Use Povidone-Iodine (BETADINE®) Antiseptic Feminine Wash which helps kill 99.99% of organisms causing yeast infections based on in-vitro studies.4
Embrace a Balanced Diet
What you eat affects your overall well-being, including vaginal health.1,2 A diet that balances proteins, fats, and carbohydrates helps control inflammation and helps keep proper vaginal moisture levels.2 Whereas a diet high in carbohydrates and refined sugars can change the bacterial balance in the vagina.2 Candida thrives on sugary foods and foods with a high content of yeast such as fruit juices, honey, beer, cheeses, and dried fruit.1
Essential Nutrients to Focus On
Paying attention to your intake of zinc, magnesium, selenium, essential fatty acids, and vitamins B6 and A can strengthen your body's defenses against Candida. These nutrients play a key role in maintaining a healthy balance and ensuring your body is well-equipped to fend off any fungal foes.1
Harness the Benefits of Prebiotics and Probiotics
Probiotics contain live bacteria that can act as natural agents against Candida.1 Probiotics found in foods and supplements taken orally or vaginally can help treat and prevent vaginal yeast infections.2
Prebiotics are compounds that provide food for probiotic bacteria.2 So be sure to consume both prebiotics and probiotics to get best benefits for your immune system and vaginal health.2
To help nurture your intimate skin and vaginal health try washing with Povidone-Iodine (BETADINE®) Antiseptic Feminine Wash, which kills a wide range of germs including organisms which cause yeast infections based on in-vitro studies.3,4
Indications: For relief of external genital itching and irritation common during excessive secretions, menstruation and menopause; As an external genital wash for prompt healing of repaired cut after childbirth; As an external genital wash for protection before and after sexual intercourse; As an itch reliever for common external irritation due to infections; For your personal hygiene or as treatment of vaginitis. Use in morning and evening during the indicated periods only. If to be used as a regular wash for protection, use only twice a week.3
This article is for educational purposes only. If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
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