Thrush, also called oral candidiasis, is fungal infection that occurs inside the mouth. Caused by a fungus called candida albicans, thrush triggers the appearance of white oral sores that can hurt. Though the condition is manageable, it can lead to immune system disorders if it remains untreated for a long period of time.
Common among adults, one of the fastest treatments for thrush is to take over-the-counter antibiotics but for better results one can also opt for simple home remedies for thrush. The simplest treatment for thrush is to check your diet and make changes that can help in its treatment. Most of these dietary changes help in eliminating the fungus causing the problem.
Treatment Of Thrush In Adults
Yogurt
If suffering from thrush, one must increase the intake of yogurt. It not only helps in introducing healthy bacteria into the body but also in increasing the bacteria level.
The healthy bacteria in yogurt contain the enzymes and eliminate the oral problem easily. For best results, have two cups of yogurt on a daily basis while suffering from thrush.
Leafy Vegetables
Introduce leafy vegetables, such as spinach and broccoli, into your daily diet plan. This will help in making your immune system stronger and eliminating the symptoms of thrush in adults.
Avoid Sugar
Minimize sugar intake, especially refined and processed sugar. Sugar helps in spreading the infection; hence, avoid consumption of sugar in all forms – that is, exclude white bread and rice from your diet and they contain high levels of carbohydrates.
Apple Cider Vinegar And Water
Thrush in adults can also be treated by regular gargling with a mixture of apple cider vinegar with water. For best results, gargle with this mixture at least once in a day or one can also warm the mixture and drink on a daily basis to treat thrush.
Spices
Consuming garlic containing anti-fungal properties can also help in the treatment of thrush. Alternatively, one can also consume other spices with similar properties as garlic to treat the sore.
The alternative spices are cloves and cinnamon, which are known to be a rich source of Vitamin B and fiber.
Baking Soda
Treatment of thrush is also possible through baking soda that can be found in most kitchen cabinets. Mix water with baking soda and use it to clean the sores for best results.
Just dab a clean cotton ball into the solution and clean the area on a regular basis for treatment of thrush.
Saltwater
Gargle is the best solution for the oral problem and one of the best gargle solutions that eliminate thrush is salt water.
Do not use commercial mouthwashes while suffering from thrush; hence, use a natural mixture of salt and water to eliminate the fungus causing thrush.
Vinegar
For women who are nursing mothers, it is very necessary to know a remedy that will avoid the spread of infection to their babies.
For them the best treatment is to make a solution of vinegar and water and rinse the nipples and pacifiers for best results.
Caution: Please use Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.
