Health
Yeast Infections: Natural Prevention and Remedies
Nutrient Rich Diet
Getting a diet rich with a variety of nutrients is vital to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. One of the best methods of preventing yeast infections from taking hold is to keep your immune system up and running strong. Americans are known for not being the healthiest of eaters overall, with studies claiming that about one-third of the country is obese. There are a number of social and economic factors that contribute to Americas diet issues but one of the biggest is a lack of education.
Many of the foods to stay away from are either high in sugar or hard on the digestive system. Pork, for example, is known to carry harmful pathogens that if not cooked properly, can take hold in a weakened digestive tract. Caffeine can cause a spike in blood sugar levels and can impair the immune system. Avoiding harmful food and drink while taking in healthier options increases the odds of a faster recovery and less chances of relapse. For those who are experiencing or recovering from a yeast infection, here are lists of food and drink to eat and to avoid. Enjoy!
- Non-starchy vegetables (carrots, broccoli, asparagus)
- Low sugar fruits (avocado, berries, grapefruit)
- Non-glutinous grains (buckwheat, quinoa, rice)
- Herbs, spices & condiments
- Healthy fats (omega 3)
- Sweeteners like stevia and erythritol
- Fermented foods (yogurt, kombucha, kefir)
- Chicory coffee and herbal teas
- High sugar fruits (apples, bananas, pineapples)
- Glutinous grains (wheat, barley, rye)
- Pork and lunch meat
- Fish like tuna and swordfish
- Condiments with added sugars
- Refined and processed vegetable oils
- Caffeine
- Alcohol

