Yeast infections are more common in women than they are in men, and in women they are especially more common after menopause. In women, yeast infection can cause vaginal burning, itching, and discharge, so you need to seek out the proper yeast infection cure because this can become highly uncomfortable if not treated properly or soon. There are several different types of yeast infection cures available to men and women who suffer from this form of vaginitis. There are medications that can be prescribed by your doctor to help clear up its symptoms; there are several different at home remedies that can also be used.

You can use apple-cider vinegar for a lot of health applications, and it works well in to give you relief naturally. You can use it internally or externally, but because it's so strong, you might not want to apply it directly to your skin. Although it will kill the yeast, it will burn like crazy. To use apple-cider vinegar externally, add a cup of it to your hot bath. You will feel soothed, and it will give you temporary relief. Make sure you don't use plain white vinegar though - the yeast will actually grow instead of dying.

Garlic is also a good home remedy and not only for infections either. Garlic has antifungal particles that can help you get rid of your infection. You can take fresh garlic and make a tampon like insert out of the cloves and then insert it into your vagina. For easy removal, before the "garlic tampon" is inserted you can tie a string around it and make sure it is secure before you insert it into your vagina. You should leave the garlic in for a few hours. If the pull string, for whatever reason, does not work then sit on the toilet and use your vaginal muscles to push it out. Basically you will need to act like you are going to the bathroom but just push from a different area.

Neem is an incredibly safe, natural remedy for yeast infections, especially when compared to the harmful side effects of modern pharmaceuticals. When compared, for example, to antibiotics, which weaken the immune system, are harsh on the stomach, and build a toxic load in the body, you can see that Neem is a "natural" when it comes to getting you healthy in a healthy way.

Changing your eating habits is a key to helping cure a yeast infection naturally. Eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables, and avoid eating too much sweet fruit. Try to eat foods sweetened with a natural sweetener instead of sugar. Also eat foods high in protein, such as nuts, leafy greens, and organic meats.

Tea Tree Oil is mother natures "cure all." This has been one of the most effective reliever of this type of infection throughout the years. It is also one of the quickest ways to get rid of an infection. You can mix the oil with sweet almond oil to help with the affect it may have on sensitive areas of your skin. If you are pregnant, I suggest that you discuss using tea tree oil with your doctor because it may have effects on the unborn child.

Gentian violet is a natural remedy for yeast infection that has been used for many years. To use this natural remedy for yeast infection properly, you should wipe it all around the vulva and up into your vagina a couple of times a day for a few days. There are some women who may find they are allergic to this natural remedy for yeast infection, so watch your reaction carefully.

Add a grapefruit seed extract supplement to your daily diet. This natural supplement destroys yeast quickly. If you're prone to chronic recurring yeast infections, keep taking this supplement to prevent new yeast infections from developing.