Genital Infections

What you need to know:

There are no natural remedies or complementary therapies that can treat these condition, but, as with all infections, you can help yourself by doing everything you can to boost your immune system and help your body fight back.

The most useful Herbs:

Echinacea
Garlic
Thyme

The most useful Supplements:

Vitamin C
Bioflavonoids
Zinc

THRUSH

Although many men have no symptoms of this condition, it’s severely irritating for women and can play havoc with your sex life. It’s essential that, if your partner is diagnosed, you’re both treated. Thrush is transmitted sexually and you’ll simply be passing the infection to and from each other.

There are several natural remedies, complementary therapies, dietary and lifestyle changes that can help.

The most useful Herbs:

Echinacea
Garlic
Chamomile
Lemon balm
Thyme
Marigold
Pau d’arco

Tea tree oil can also help if you do have the irritating itchy symptoms. Use three drops in a cup of warm water to wash the penis - and anus if that itches too - and use Tea tree talcum powder on the genital area after a bath or shower.

Dietary changes that may be beneficial:

At least two cloves of Garlic a day - it’s a powerful antifungal
Lots of complex carbohydrates - wholemeal bread, pasta, brown rice - for the B complex vitamins
Muesli, sunflower seeds, lentils and white fish - all rich in vitamin B6
Eggs, sardines, pumpkin seeds, oysters and other shellfish - for good supplies of zinc
MOST IMPORTANTLY, have at least one carton of live bio yoghurt a day - it’s a good source of the beneficial probiotic bacteria which keep the thrush infection in check

Homoeopathy

Homoeopathic remedies can also help. Borax, Sepia, Helonias, Candida albicans are the most effective treatments, but it’s best to see a homoeopath or a GP who practices homoeopathy before treating yourself with over-the-counter products for this condition.

Other useful advice:

Obviously, good hygiene is essential, but don’t be tempted to have very hot baths or showers, use antiseptic soaps or perfumed gels and other bath additives. If you have symptoms - and as general advise on genital healthy anyway - It’s important to keep the area as cool as possible, so wear loose-fitting pants made of natural fabrics and steer clean of tight trousers or jeans.

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