If you're suffering from a mouth yeast infection then you're likely in agony or at least in a state of serious discomfort! A mouth yeast infection, also known as thrush, can cause pain and irritation that makes it difficult to eat, talk and even sleep.
Before getting into an effective thrush home remedy, it should be noted that thrush almost exclusively occurs in infants or in adults with a compromised immune system and any adult with a mouth yeast infection should there before be seen by a doctor in order to diagnose the illness that has led to the disease.
By far the best mouth yeast infection home remedy has to be yogurt that contains live bacteria. This is a remedy that can be consumed to help kill the overgrowth of yeast in your body and it can also be used inside the mouth to help provide relief from the uncomfortable symptoms that accompaniment an infection of the mouth. All you need to do is place a spoon full in your mouth and hold it there for a few minutes. It should not be too cold, but a little cool will feel great and offer a faster relief. Adding this type of yogurt to your diet is a good idea as is an acidophilus supplement.
Since thrush is most commonly the result of a severely weakened immune system, it's a good idea to do all that you can to help get your immune system as strong as you can by eating a well balanced diet that is high in fruits in vegetables. Staying as active as you can will also help to strengthen your immune system and keep you healthy overall. All of these things will go a long way in helping your home remedy work quickly and effectively.