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It's not that embarrassing really. There are a number of simple to follow ways to prevent yeast infection, let me share them with you now.
Yeast infection results from the emergence of the fungi Candida. The fungus is present in almost of us so there's no actual methods of preventing contact with the bacteria. Fungus grows well in a warm, dampish environment, and Candida is no exception. So you will need to avoid letting your skin have contact with a moist environment as this is where it will grow.
As a result, to prevent the growth of the infection you should avoid staying in wet clothing, especially bathing suits. Since fungus (Candida) likes to grow in a warm, wet environment you will invite the spread of yeast infection the longer you remain in a wet bathing costume.
Also, tight fitted pants, most especially jeans can be a place of infection as this does not allow your skin to breathe out moist air from sweat. You should also avoid the use of leotards as well. High contact clothing prevents your skin to breathe.
Underwear made from nylon material is also a good thing to avoid. Cotton is best to avoid a yeast infection as it is a clean fabric that allows breathing. For this reason, avoid pantyhose. However to prevent infection while wearing panty hose, it's possible to wear cotton underwear underneath.
Taking care of your personal hygiene is a must. Keep yourself clean - especially down there - is something that all women should do. After you take a bath or a shower be sure to dry out your you-know-where, and this will help prevent the unnecessary growth of the Candida fungus. If you're used to using perfumed tampons or other feminine hygiene products, this may also increase the spread of the yeast infection. So start avoiding them right away. Stick with all natural products. You'll find it's better for you and better for the environment as well.
Now let's talk about your sex life. If your sex life is fairly active, then be sure to insist that your partner uses condoms. Although yeast infection is not a sexually transmitted disease, having safe sex is just good advice. It's more important to keep this area clean and dry to prevent the spread of the fungus. So be mindful of that in your after-sex encounters Ready to move on?
Antibiotics can upset the balance of your body's micro-organisms, so it's best to avoid them if possible. So unless prescribed by your doctor, stay off antibiotic pills as much as possible.
Now about food products. Some foods are high in carbohydrates and sugar, and may increase the spread of yeast infection. It's better to stick with some fresh foods like vegetables and fruits while you have a yeast infection. In fact,, it's better to eat them more often and stay off that high carb diet altogether!
Health professionals also recommend that you eat fresh fruits and vegetables separately from cooked food. When you combine cooked and fresh vegetables, sometimes food may ferment in your gut. The fermented food can harbor the growth of more bacteria aside from the fungus that you already have.
Diabetics may also have trouble in this area. Keeping sugar levels under control is a good way to keep the Candida fungus away.
With a little more research you will learn more about how to avoid and cure yeast infection. But these six steps should make life a little simpler for you.
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