How to Use Aloe Vera to Treat Candida

Candida is a type of fungus that causes candidiasis infections in a variety of places on the body. Candidiasis infections are most commonly located orally (thrush), vaginally (yeast infections) and gastrointestinally. Medical professionals typically treat these infections with anti-fungal drugs administered both topically and orally. However, aloe vera has natural anti-fungal properties and can help clear up candidiasis and prevent recurrences.

Things You'll Need

• Aloe vera cream
• Aloe vera gel
• Aloe vera juice

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Instructions

• 1

  Identify your symptoms. Common symptoms of external Candida infections include itching, burning and sores. Oral candidiasis is usually characterized by white deposits in the oral cavity.

• 2

  See a doctor to diagnose your condition. Some Candida infections are confused with bacterial infections that require antibiotic treatment.

• 3

  Apply aloe vera gel to external Candida infections, such as diaper rash or male genital yeast infections. Aloe vera gel is generally safe when applied topically.

• 4

  Drink aloe vera juice daily to manage Candida colonies in the body naturally. Overgrowth of candida in the gastrointestinal tract can cause heartburn, diarrhea and constipation. Drinking 1 to 3 oz. of Aloe vera juice can help keep Candida in check.

• 5

  Rinse your mouth with aloe vera concentrate daily to treat oral thrush. The aloe vera counteracts the infection in the mouth sores. Spit out the rinse to expel the infectious deposits rather than introducing them to the digestive tract.