Black seed oil is a miracle when it comes to naturally treating yeast infections and candida. If you’ve been suffering from chronic candida, you definitely have to start including it in your daily life! Trust me it’s a life saver. 

What is Black Seed Oil?

Though black seed oil is just gaining popularity for its medicinal benefits, in the Islamic world, black seeds have been revered as an ancient cure-all. Long ago, people used to make do with the seeds themselves but today, a potent oil is extracted from black seeds through cold pressing. Black seed oil is potent so small doses go a long way. 

Black seed oil is good for naturally treating a number of conditions including helping you lose weight healthier and faster. It is also especially useful for healing feminine issues such as fibroids. 

In this article, we shall see how to use black seed oil for candida as a natural treatment that works. But first, let’s explore what makes black seed oil effective for candida, shall we? 

What is Candida? 

Candida is actually a yeast that is naturally and normally found in the body. All of us have yeast in and on our bodies. It is found in the mouth, digestive tract, skin and also vagina. In a healthy body, the presence of good bacteria helps keep yeast in balance. 

However, when your body’s good bacteria is low or non-existent, candida can go out of control, overgrowing/multiplying rapidly which causes an infection. Candida overgrowth can be due to a number of factors including; 

• Anti-biotic medications that kill off the good and bad bacteria in the body, which leads to an imbalance that may cause candida to overpower and multiply.   
• Other medications such as steroids, birth control pills, and other prescription meds
• Eating too much sugar or white carbs 
• Stress
• A weakened immune system
• Allergies
• Toxins in food, drink and your environment 
• Parasites
• Sexual intercourse with someone suffering from candidiaisis

There are three types of yeast infections such as those that affect oral, skin and genitals. When it comes to candida, most commonly it refers to vaginal yeast infections. Any woman who has suffered from a vaginal yeast infection knows how horrible it is. For some women, it strikes during pregnancy and for others, it is a recurrent problem that needs holistic healing. For chronic candida, antibiotics do not seem to be very effective. That is why we need to use natural forms of healing such as black seed oil, in our daily lives that are also effective. 

The symptoms of vaginal candidiasis include: 

• Itching in the vagina and vulva 
• Burning sensation while urinating or during intercourse 
• Redness or swelling of vulva 
• Vaginal pain and soreness 
• Thick white vaginal discharge which looks like cottage cheese
• Vaginal rash 

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Why Black Seed Oil Works for Candida 

Black seed oil also known as Nigella sativa oil, contains these major active components: thymoquinone, p-cymene, trans-anethole, 2-methyl-5(1-methyl ethyl)-Bicyclo[3.1.0]hex-2-en and γ-terpinene. 

These chemical compounds have anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer and anti-microbial properties. The main active component, thymoquinone has potent anti-fungal properties that help fight off candida.  This study shows the potential of black seed oil in fighting off pathogenic and toxigenic fungi including candida albicans which causes yeast infections. 

How to Use Black Seed Oil for Candida 

There are several ways to use black seed oil for candida. Let’s see them below.

Internal Use 

Black seed oil can be taken internally, every day to help get your immune system back on track and fight off candida. Since it is strong, you should take it with any of the following mediums. Taking black seed oil directly can cause a burning sensation in your throat and even stomach.

• Take it with honey: Mix 1 tsp black seed oil in 1 tsp raw honey and consume.

• Take it with orange juice: Take 1 tsp of black seed oil then sip down 1 glass of orange juice.

• Take it with milk: Take 1 tsp of black seed oil with one glass of milk. 

Note: Black seed oil can be taken first thing in the morning in the above ways for best results. 

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External Use 

Externally, you can apply black seed oil onto rashes and itchy areas. Since it is concentrated, mix it with coconut oil before application. Mix ½ tsp of black seed oil in 2 tsp coconut oil and apply. Coconut oil is also good for naturally healing candida.

Black seed oil tampons for candida? For severe yeast infections, you can actually use a tampon containing black seed oil. However, be very careful to dilute the black seed oil because it can burn you down there! Ouch! 

Also, always do a patch test by rubbing some black seed oil on your inner wrist or elbow. Monitor the area for 1-2 hours to see if your skin is okay with it. 

If it’s okay for your skin, you can use a black seed oil tampons in the following ways: 

You can mix ½ tsp black seed oil in 1 tbsp of pure aloe vera gel then apply on the tampon and insert. 

You may also mix 1 tsp black seed oil and 3 tsp extra virgin olive oil together, soak a tampon in it and then insert it in. Change it frequently. If you notice any crazy burning sensations, immediately remove the tampon and discard. 

Where to Get Black Seed Oil

Ensure to purchase 100% pure high quality black seed oil for ingestion and external application. If you’re looking for a trustable brand to purchase, I recommend Amazing Herbs Black Seed Oil.

Take Care 

• Do not take large quantities of black seed oil. 
• Yeast infections/candida can be very awful especially with the itching and burning. Please visit a doctor to get medication for fast relief from severe/unbearable infections that are taking long to heal. 
• Be very careful if you choose to use black seed oil tampons. Please use a small quantity of black seed oil and dilute it very well with aloe vera gel or coconut oil before insertion.