Garlic
Garlic is one of the most regarded medicinal plants in modern times. It is known to help regulate blood pressure, glucose level, and blood cholesterol. It is also proven effective in preventing the development of cardiovascular diseases. All of these are made possible by its impressive chemical composition. It has high amounts of antioxidants and anti-tumoral, antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal properties. Moreover, it can also strengthen the body’s immune system and fight off parasitic infections.
Several studies showed that raw, cooked, or processed garlic can treat thrush. For example, a laboratory analysis in 2015 observed that fresh garlic extract could actively kill Candid fungi. In relation to this, a study in 2019 concluded that the aqueous extract of garlic reduces the growth of Candida albicans.
Garlic can be consumed orally or topically. There are over-the-counter topical creams, gels, and ointments that are proven to be effective against yeast infection. In addition, adding garlic to the diet is also highly recommended by experts.
