A vaginal yeast infection is a type of vaginitis — inflammation of the vagina characterized by vaginal irritation, intense itchiness and vaginal discharge. A vaginal yeast infection affects your vagina and the tissues at the opening to your vagina (vulva).

Vaginal yeast infection also called vaginal candidiasis is very common. As many as 3 out of 4 women experience a yeast infection at some point in their lifetimes. Many women experience two or more yeast infections.

A vaginal yeast infection isn't considered a sexually transmitted infection, although the fungus that causes the condition can be spread through oral-genital contact.

SYMPTOMS:

Yeast infection symptoms can range from mild to moderate and include;

•Itching and irritation in the vagina and at the entrance to the vagina (vulva).

•A burning sensation, especially during intercourse or while urinating.

•Redness and swelling of the vulva.

•Vaginal pain and soreness.

•Thick, white, odor-free vaginal discharge with a cottage cheese appearance.

Causes:

A vaginal yeast infection is caused by the fungus candida. Candida is a microorganism that's normally present in your vagina, along with bacteria. Your vagina naturally contains a balanced mix of yeast and bacteria. Lactobacillus bacteria produce acid, which discourages overgrowth of yeast in the vagina. But disruption of the healthy balance can result in an overgrowth of yeast which could result from douching and use chemicals such as soap(clean water is enough to wash the vagina as soap and other related chemicals could kill the normal floras of the vagina which carries out it's self cleansing activity which could resultantly produce vaginal odour). Too much yeast in your vagina can lead to vaginal itching, burning, and other problems

The health benefits of Ginger have been well known to Indians even 5000 years ago. Ginger contains many vitamins and also manganese & copper, all of which are very essential for proper functioning of the body.

In this post, let us look at the benefits of Ginger juice in particular.

Firstly, the method to make ginger juice:

Peel and slice Ginger into small cubes. Add some water and place them in a mixer grinder. After grinding, take it out and strain the juice in order to get rid of all the lumps and the ginger juice is ready. If it’s difficult for you to drink it, then you can add a little sugar and viola the ginger juice is done.

Ginger Juice Benefits:

1. Anti Inflammatory:

One of the most effective uses of ginger is that it acts as an anti-inflammatory agent that helps reduce joint inflammations. A study shows that people who consume ginger juice have less pain and other inflammatory diseases as it contains antioxidants which help to increase the flow of fresh blood by removing harmful impurities in the body.

2. Prevents Cancer:

Ginger acts excellently for preventing cancer and also killing the cancer causing cells. In a study, it was found that ginger slows down the growth of breast cancer cells.

3. Blood Pressure:

Ginger acts as a blood thinner and reduces blood pressure in people instantly. You can have ginger juice with a few drops of honey in order to make it tasty.

4. Reduce Pain:

Ginger helps prevent all kinds of aches such as tooth ache and it also helps cure migraines that are becoming more common each passing day. As ginger acts as an anti-inflammatory agent, it does not allow blood vessels to get inflamed and thus it helps increase the flow of blood to the body and cures the pain.

5. Digestion:

Ginger acts as an active agent for digestion. Ginger juice helps relive from various digestive issues. It speeds up the movement of food from the stomach to the small intestines. By consuming ginger, one can be less prone to getting stomach pains or any other digestive problems. It clears the stomach of all impurities thereby helping the people who suffer from motion sickness.

6. Arthritis:

Ginger helps cure arthritis as it acts as an anti-inflammatory agent that helps reduce swelling and inflammation in people suffering from thyroid or arthritis

7. Lowers Cholesterol:

Ginger is a great agent for reducing cholesterol as it as it helps remove the blockages in the flow of blood vessels which could lead to heart attacks.

8. Cold:

Ginger is one of the oldest cures for cold, nausea and flue as it has anti-viral and anti fungal properties. It cures cold and provides instant relief and also kills the bacteria that causes cold and ensures that it doesn’t return.

9. Ginger juice for hair care:

If you want to have long and shiny hair, you should consume ginger juice regularly. It can also be applied on the scalp for good results. Just make sure that when you are applying it to your scalp, the consistency of water should be less. Ginger acts as a good conditioner to your hair; it also helps to reduce dandruff and speeds up hair growth. When ginger juice is applied to your hair, it creates irritation on your scalp which stimulates the flow of blood.

10. Acne:

Ginger juice when consumed helps reduce acne or pimples and it also prevents occurrence of acne in the future as it acts as an anti-inflammatory agent.