10 Natural Cure For Chlamydia

Chlamydia is an infection, a type of sexually transmitted disease, which can happen in both males and females. The typical symptoms of Chlamydia are abnormal vaginal discharge, pain during sexual intercourse, itching, abnormal incidences of bleeding in women etc. In many people these symptoms go unnoticed as well. If not treated for a long time the symptoms augments causing increased discomfort, and they spread to other areas in body as well. It might also cause other disorders with the reproductive system. The usual treatment method includes use of antibiotics depending on the organism which is responsible for causing the infection. Also, it is advised that people suffering from Chlamydia should avoid engaging in sexual intercourse till the time they are completely cured and get rid of the disease causing bacteria. Now we have a general idea about the disease; let us have a look at the different natural treatments for chlamydial infections. These treatments aim either at improving the immunity or eliminating the organism causing the infection locally.

Here Are 10 Natural Cure For Chlamydia:

Garlic

Garlic is anti-bacterial in nature and therefore, it reduces the chlamydial infection. You can either chew 2-3 cloves every morning; if you cannot tolerate the taste even swallowing the cloves with water will help. You will even find dried garlic or garlic powder in normal general stores. Even these products can be consumed for relief.

Eating Curd Or Probiotics

Any ingredient that improves your overall immunity will make your body strong enough to fight the infection. This will reduce the duration of infection and help in quick recovery. Curd (yogurt) and other probiotic foods improve the body’s immune system and keep it resistant against chlamydial infections.

Olive Oil

Olive oil when instilled in the vaginal cavity or massaged on to the male reproductive organ; helps in reducing Chlamydia.

Turmeric

Turmeric is an excellent anti-bacterial and anti-infective agent. It is been used since ages for curing wounds, infections etc. It is equally effective for chlamydial and sexually transmitted diseases. You can either apply turmeric in the vaginal cavity or male organ by mixing it in warm oil; or it can be simply consumed daily with food. You can also have turmeric with hot milk daily.

Foods Rich In Vitamin C/ Antioxidant Rich Food

Vitamin C rich foods are rich in vitamin and antioxidants which improve immunity and reduce the Chlamydia infection. These include fruits like orange, lemons, sweet-lime, amla etc.

Reduce Intake Of Sugary Foods And Red Meat

Food items that are high in sugar content act as a catalyst for chlamydial infections. Also some foods like red meat, processed flour, refined and processed foods, junk foods etc. will make the infection even more severe. Therefore it is best to avoid the consumption of such foods and accept healthy food practices in day-to-day life.

Avoid Smoking And Drinking

Smoking or regular consumption of high quantity of alcohol makes the existing infection even more extreme and also increases its symptoms. It also alters the activity of supportive medicinal treatments. Hence it is advised that such practices must be avoided.

Diets Rich In Alkaline Foods

Foods which are rich in alkaline contents act by reducing the blood and vaginal pH levels. Low pH levels help the bacteria to grow fast and thrive. Therefore an alkaline pH is beneficial for chlamydial infection. These foods include whole grains, beans, leafy vegetables, almonds, cinnamon, ginger, mustard, rock salt etc.

Green Leafy Vegetables And Fruits

Leafy vegetables and fresh fruits are rich in fibre content, vitamins, phyto-nutrients etc. which improve the body’s overall immunity levels. Eating a well balanced diet regularly which includes all the essential nutrients and micro nutrients in required amounts maintains the immunity levels. This will do both; prevent infections and helps in quick recovery.

Herbs

Plenty of herbs that are anti-bacterial in nature can be used. These includes berbeine, neem leaves, goldenseal, sage leaves etc. For more information about the herbs you can consult an ayurvedic store or an ayurved expert.

In addition to these natural remedies and other allopathic treatments, you must also maintain certain preventive measures if you are sexually active. These measures include using protection (condom) every time while having an intercourse. Also restricting yourself to one or limited sexual partners is important and reduces the chances of contracting Chlamydia. If the doctor has prescribed antibiotics for an existent Chlamydia infection, make sure you do not skip or discontinue the medication half-way. Now if the infection has cured completely; there are chances you might get it again. Hence you need to continue the preventive measures and take appropriate care when sexual relationship is considered.