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Swish the solution around your mouth for 15 to 20 seconds and spit it out.
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Who gets oral thrush?
Oral thrush is common in babies.
Smoking, wearingdentures, and taking certain medications (likecorticosteroids) increase the risk as well.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar, which contains maleic acid, has proven antifungal properties.
A 2015 study published in theJournal of Prosthodonticsreported that a 4%maleicacid solution was more effective in killingC.
The solution can be made by diluting 1 teaspoon of vinegar with 1 cup of water.
Rinse for 10 to 20 seconds.
Lactobacillusprobiotics are especially good at this.
Probiotics can be found in many foods, including:
Probiotics also come insupplement form.
Most are taken by mouth once daily.
Helpful Tip
Look for yogurts that contain live cultures and are low in sugar.
Sugar can fuel the growth ofC.
albicansand should be avoided during an active yeast infection.
Turmeric
Turmericis a golden spice that contains an anti-inflammatory chemical calledcurcuminwhich may help to combat oral thrush.
Lab studies suggest that curcumin may help controlC.
Turmeric is available as a spice and a supplement.
Allow to cool before use, and brush your teeth afterward.
Another study concluded that lemongrass oil is effective at both preventing and eliminatingC.
albicanson dental devicesa common source of oral thrush infections.
Fresh lemongrass can be found in gourmet groceries and Asian food markets.
Lemons
Lemon juice, which contains a high concentration ofcitric acid, has antifungal properties.
However, it may be the essential oils from the skin of the lemon that are most beneficial.
Essential oil concentrations of 1.56% were found to be the most effective.
Rinse your mouth for 10 to 20 seconds and spit out.
It does so by stimulating the production of white blood cells that fight all types of infection.
Studies involving atopical vitamin C ointment forvaginal yeast infections(also caused byC.
albicans) showed that it had no effect on the actual infection but helped prevent reinfection.More research is needed.
Vitamin C supplementsare widely available at grocery stores, pharmacies, and natural health stores.
Hydrogen Peroxide
A few studies have found that hydrogen peroxide may be effective against multiple species ofCandida, includingC.
albicans.Try rinsing your mouth with a solution made from one part 3% hydrogen peroxide and two parts water.
Is Listerine good for thrush?
Listerine may kill the fungus that causes thrush.
However, it contains alcohol, which can increase the burning sensation brought on by the infection.
Daily use of an antiseptic mouthwash may help prevent thrush, however.
Garlic
Garlic has proven antifungal properties and has been found to be effective againstC.
Clove Oil
Clove oilhas powerful antifungal properties that may effectively treat and prevent oral thrush.
Cloves containeugenol, a compound that has been shown to eliminateC.
albicansand prevent it from returning.
Anything more can be extremely bitter.
Oil of Oregano
Oil of oregano is also used as a home remedy for oral thrush.
The oil of wildoregano(Origanum vulgare) is thought to be the most effective.
Other Essential Oils
Essential oils are used in a variety of ways to improve health and wellness.
Research suggests several essential oils have antifungal properties that may be effective againstC.
albicans,including:
Still, more research is needed to determine their efficacy and safety intreating oral thrush.
Swish it around your mouth for a couple of minutes before spitting it out.
Wait a few minutes before brushing your teeth and rinsing your mouth with water.
Can thrush clear up on its own?
Oral thrush can cause unpleasant symptoms that linger for months or even years.
How to Prevent Oral Thrush
Practicing goodoral hygienecan help prevent thrush.
This includes:
Oral thrush is also common when using certaininhalers for asthma or COPD.
Brush your teeth afterward.
People who areimmunocompromisedare also at risk of oral thrush and need to stay healthy to prevent infection.
To this end, it’s important to recognize thesigns and symptoms of oral thrushso you could act.
If left untreated, the fungus may spread to theesophagusand even spread throughout the body.
Good oral hygiene is also essential for preventing oral thrush.
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