I truly believe that prevention is the best method. If you can prevent something then you don’t have to worry about the hassles of treating it! And a yeast infection can occur anywhere there is moisture. So if you are over weight or just have folds of skin - even from a pregnancy - you can develop a yeast infection in those moist areas.

Here are some tips to prevent a yeast infection:

*Try to reduce your stress

*Put some tea tree oil in your bath

*Wear loose clothing and always stay dry - very important

*Always wear cotton underpants

*Use only water based lubricants

*Forget the fancy powders, perfumes and even perfume scented bath products..if you take the occational bubble bath then be sure to shower of completely and totally. And do not douche!

*However, I really like medicated Gold Bond powder - it keeps the area dry

*Eat a cup a natural nonsweetened yogurt a day

*Try a seasalt and apple cider vinegar bath

*Add more garlic to your diet or try garlic capsules

*Wipe infected area with hydrogen peroxide

*A teaspoon of Apple Cider Vinegar a day does wonders for your overall health!

*Do not use powder that contains cornstarch

*And as with babies…wipe from front to back (don’t use colored toilet paper)

*If you can stand it add some garlic to your bath

*Eliminate sugars from your diet as much as you can and that includes too much fruit and carbs as well