Vaginal odor can be due to a number of reasons, such as bacterial growth, yeast infections, poor hygiene, hormonal changes, and sexually transmitted diseases.
If the problem is due to infection, there may be symptoms like redness, itching, burning and irritation in the vaginal area. A fishy odor down there, in particular, is caused by bacterial vaginosis.
No matter what the reason, vaginal odor can be very embarrassing. There are many natural remedies to help treat vaginal odor.
The first step to getting rid of the
problem would be to identify it. In most cases, vaginal odor is due to
infection or bacterial growth. If you do indeed have an infection, it might be
best to go to your doctor and have yourself checked out. If you however do not
have an infection, there are many natural remedies most of which are found in
our kitchens.
Yogurt is rich in lactobacillus,
which helps restore the normal vaginal pH levels; it is also a probiotic it
will help build up your beneficial flora. The yogurt should be organic and
unflavored with live active cultures. 1. Eat the yogurt daily. 2. Dip a tampon
in the yogurt and insert it into the vagina before bed. Rinse well in the
morning.
Garlic
Garlic has a powerful anti-fungal
property. Wrap the garlic in a thin cloth like cheese cloth, attach it to a
string and insert it into the vagina. This will help fight the growth of
bacteria and yeast; eliminating vaginal odor. A paste can also be made and
applied to the vaginal area externally.
Vinegar and salt bath
Fill your bathtub with warm water,
add one cup of natural sea salt, one cup organic white vinegar, and 1 1/2 cups
of organic apple cider vinegar. Soak for 15-20 minutes, opening your legs. Do
not use strong smelling soaps, oils, or washes.
Skip the silk
Non-Cotton-Innerwear-Cause-Feminine-Odor I know, I know silk and satin make us
women feel sexy, and they feel so nice. However, they also trap sweat and urine
in the cloth causing vaginal odor. So skip the silk, grab some cotton, or even
go commando!
Wash with Anti-bacterial soap
It is important to wash the vaginal
areas 1-2 times a day and after every bowel movement. Wash with Warm water and
antibacterial soap on a soft cloth. Any irregularity in the natural pH level in
the vagina can cause infections and vaginal odor.
Citrus Fruits
citrus-fruits Citrus can help your
body with infections and be quite effective with vaginal odors. Vitamin C, Is
an immune booster, and it can help to remove harmful toxins from within the
body. Drink Fresh fruit and vegetable juices to flush out impurities from the
blood. This will also prevent various types of urinary infections.
Indian Gooseberry
Indian Gooseberry is a blood
purifier and a natural cleanser. Include it into your daily diet, or it also
comes in powdered forms that can be mixed with water and applied to the vaginal
area to rid the area of odor.
Changing your panties
Yes, you need
to change your underwear at least every twelve hours. Many people go to work in
the same underwear they went to bed in, this can build up bacteria and cause a
strong odor.
Alum Remedies for Vaginal Odor
Alum is a sulfate of aluminum and apart from being used for food pickling and purifying water, it is also used for controlling body odor. In fact, it is a traditional natural aftershave to control bleeding from cuts that men can get from shaving. As it easily dissolves in water, alum can mix with sweat to neutralize the development of bacteria that cause body odor. As far as vaginal odor is concerned, the antiseptic and astringent properties of alum come into play to restrict the growth of bacteria that give rise to foul smell in your vagina. Alum is especially beneficial when vaginal odor is due to whitish liquid vaginal discharge (Leucorrhoea).
Ways to Use Alum for Vaginal Odor
- Mix ¼ to ½ tsp of alum powder in some water and use this for washing your vagina and surrounding area.
- Get an alum stick from any grocery store. Soak it in water and rub it on your vagina’s mouth with gentle hand. Don’t be too harsh. Do it 1-2 times a day.
- Mix ¼ tsp of alum powder with a glass of water and have it twice a day. This remedy treats leucorrhoea and eliminates excessive vaginal discharge that give rise to bad smell.
More Tips: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to flush out
toxins and harmful bacteria from the body. Avoid refined carbohydrates such as
bread and beer. Avoid caffeine and sugary drinks; sugar stimulates yeast
production.
Wear 100 percent cotton panties that
allow proper air circulation avoid silk and satin for long periods of time.
Change pads, tampons, and panty-liners as often as possible.
Good Hygiene is very important!
Avoid using strongly scented products in the vaginal area; they may contribute
to unbalanced vaginal PH. Wash the area with warm soapy water after sex. Use
protection, vaginal odors are a lot of time a warning sign of a STD.
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