10 ways to cure thrush

According to Reader's Digest, thrush is a candida (yeast) infection that causes white patches to appear in the mouth, causing pain and bad breath. Dr. Taz Bhatia said that thrush is often caused by increased sugar levels in the mouth or changes in pH. Therefore, it is necessary to prevent infection to limit the bacteria that cause the disease.

According to Carrie Brown, a pediatrician at Arkansas Children's Hospital in the US, beneficial bacteria in probiotics and yogurt help balance beneficial bacteria in the mouth, preventing thrush.

When brushing your teeth, you should combine tongue cleaning and rinsing with antiseptic mouthwash to remove white spots.

Gargle with salt water to prevent yeast infections and clean your tongue.

You should reduce the amount of sugar in your daily diet if you have thrush and are breastfeeding.

Use a solution of two tablespoons of baking soda and a cup of water to treat thrush. According to Dr. Brown, baking soda is only for adults because it can cause changes in the electrolyte balance in children, which is not good for health.

A 2007 study found that coconut oil can kill some harmful bacteria in the mouth. You should swish coconut oil around in your mouth.

Tea tree oil can be antiseptic. Gargling with a few drops of tea tree oil diluted in water can help cure thrush quickly, according to Dr. Bhatia.

Sanitize all utensils that go into your baby’s mouth, such as spoons and pacifiers, to reduce the risk of thrush. Sterilize baby utensils by boiling them or washing them in hot water, says Dr. Brown.

In some cases, you may need to see a doctor and be treated with antifungal medication. The medication is applied directly to the white spots several times a day as directed by your doctor.