Whatever we eat affects our entire body, similarly our food can affect the overall health of the vagina. Some vitamins, minerals and other nutrients may help reduce the risk of vaginal infections, while others may cause changes in vaginal odor. Vaginal pH balance is important for overall vaginal health. A balanced pH is typically between 3.8 and 4.2, but this can vary depending on your age and menstrual cycle.
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This moderately acidic environment in pH balance prevents unhealthy bacteria and yeast from growing too quickly as disrupting the natural acidity of the vagina can allow bacteria to grow and cause discomfort or infection. Anything with a high pH above 4.5, such as douches or scented soaps, can cause an imbalance. Even tight-fitting clothes cause sweat and moisture on your skin to change pH. The vagina is capable of protecting and cleaning itself. Proper vaginal care, such as good hygiene, safe sexual practices, and regular cleaning, can help keep pH under control. Drinking plenty of water and eating good food are also important for maintaining a healthy vagina, including adding lactobacilli supplements – a type of probiotic – to your daily routine. Although there is no one-size-fits-all answer to what you should or should not eat for optimal vaginal health, certain foods can greatly support vaginal health, such as –
Chandraprabha vati can be used by both men and women to reduce infection and inflammation, to balance hormones, to cure burning sensation and pain during urination, to prevent PCOD/PCOS, urinary tract infection, abnormal discharge, etc.
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