yeast & yogurt

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i've done the research (including the VP archives) and looked at the various options for treating yeast. garlic and yogurt seem to be the simpler and safer way to treat.

i've heard a lot about using plain, organic yogurt (with active bacteria cultures) to treat a yeast infection. i've wanted to try this method and here's my chance: i have a budding yeast infection (well, i think i do, the itchiness and everything and yes, i've had them before).

i have two questions for anyone who has maybe used this method or knows anything about it.

1. can i dip a tampon in yogurt and apply it that way (as opposed to the messy alternative)?

2. will yogurt harm me if it is not a yeast infection?

oh, and 3. does garlic or yogurt tend to work better?

i have a bad reaction to monistat so am looking for an alternative to getting a prescription.