* poor nutrition

* hormonal changes due to medications, including antibiotics and birth-control pills,

* increased amounts of sugar,

* weak immune systems, and

* other factors that disrupt the body’s normal environment.

Natural remedies for yeast infection work to restore the body’s balance, and to return the growth of the Candida albicans mircooganisms to normal levels.

Foods and Yeast Infections

Fermented foods such as breads, yeast, and beers can cause an overgrowth of the normal yeast that is found in the body. During times of yeast infections, fermented foods and sugars should be avoided. Conversely, acidophilus-containing yogurts, garlic and unsweetened cranberry or blackberry juice should be ingested regularly as they have been shown to prevent and reduce infections.

Hygiene

Women who experience recurring yeast infections, may find relief by washing the vaginal area with clean water and apple cider vinegar immediately after using the toilet.

Vitamins

Since yeast infections thrive when the body provides it with an alkaline environment, experts also agree that yeast infections can be greatly reduced by taking vitamins that are highly acidic (such as Vitamin C).