There is more than one bacterial vaginosis home remedy to choose from. I have listed some simple remedies for treating BV that can be found in most homes. These remedies have proven to be effective for bacterial vaginosis relief in a majority of cases.

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1 Taking Nutritional Supplements

Vitamin A, B complex, C, D and E contain antioxidants that are effective in treating bacterial vaginosis. Powdered capsules or prepared creams containing vitamin E have proven to relieve itching.

2 Do You Like Yogurt?

Lactobacillusacidophilus as well as L. bifidus contained in yogurt have proven to work well for restoring the acidic balance in the vagina. These remedies can be introduced directly into vagina or taken orally. Plain yogurt that contains live acidophilus cultures can be eaten as it is. Capsules or powders containing acidophilus are normally taken orally. Another effective alternaby tive that improves the vaginal area is inserting tampons soaked in yogurt into vagina,

3 Using Beta-Dine and Gentian Violet

Gentian violet and beta-dine are both excellent in treating Candida vulvovaginitis. Betadine is an efficient antiseptic iodine bacterial vaginosis home remedy, but should be avoided for treating BV during pregnancy. Gentian violet is an efficient antifungal stain and effective in relieving the symptoms. Allergy for both of these remedies has been reported.

4 Try Boric Acid Douche

A boric acid douche is a great and effective alternative to acidify the vaginal pH. This BV remedy prevents unwanted bacteria from multiplying and destroys that’s already there. In other words an excellent remedy, although some women have reported over-sensitivity to this douche. The use of Summer’s Eve medicated douche that contains potassium iodide has also proved to be an effective treatment for lowering the vaginal pH. A douche made of a tablespoon of vinegar per quart of warm water has also proven to be an effective bacterial vaginosis home remedy.

5 Stay Away From These Foods

Foods containing yeast, for example cheese – especially cheese containing molds, like blue cheese, sugar, vinegar, alcohol, soy sauce, chocolate, fruits and fermented foods should be avoided by women who suffer from bacterial vaginosis..

6 Homeopathic Remedies

Homeopathic remedies have proven to work against BV.

7 Use Cold Compresses

Cold compresses can help for swelling and itching. When you place a cold cloth on the affected area, it constricts the blood vessels and makes the area less swollen and red.

8 Take Warm Baths

An ordinary warm bath or a shallow sitz bath can be a great and effective bacterial vaginosis remedy because it is very soothing to irritated genital tissues. However, avoid soap, as it drys out the natural oils of the skin. This oil is the body’s natural lipid barriers against germs.

Each bacterial vaginosis home remedy mentioned in this article offers a safe, cheap and effective alternative treatment. Always remember to consult your physician before opting for alternative treatment.

by Gerd Petersen & Ellen Dilga

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