Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD)

It is imperative that anyone reading this should know that there is only one way to prevent contracting a sexually transmitted disease, and that is abstinence. This means abstinence from every type of sexual contact. Abstain from deep mouth kissing, oral, anal, or sexual intercourse, and you will not get a sexually transmitted disease. With more incurable STDs and long term affects of STDs being discovered every day, abstinence is becoming more and more popular as an alternative to being sexually active; until you can be sure you are in a monogamous relationship. The second most common way to avoid contracting or passing a sexually transmitted disease is through the use of latex condoms.

Most sexually transmitted diseases can be cured with antibiotics, but many cannot, and many sexually transmitted diseased have tragic long term effects.

HIV, or human immunodeficiency virus, the virus that develops into AIDS, or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, is probably the most feared sexually transmitted disease. Research is well-funded and ongoing. Being HIV positive is no longer necessarily a death sentence.

Home Remedies for Sexually Transmitted Diseases:

Neem Tree Fruit:

The fruit of the neem tree has both pesticidal and medicinal properties, and has immuno-stimulating properties for both lymphocytic and cell mediated immune systems. Ingesting small of neem leaf or neem bark powder, or drinking neem tea every other day, can enhance the production of antibodies, and the cells’ ability to fight infections, and while it is not a cure for HIV or AIDS, it can help prevent secondary infections in AIDS patients, leaving their bodies stronger to fight HIV and AIDS.

Diet:

Trichomoniasis is the most common sexually transmitted disease, affecting about 120,000 women each year. Men often carry the disease unknowingly, because there are rarely any symptoms in males. Alternative treatments are rare, and usually should only be used as secondary treatments used to alleviate the symptoms of STD's. Some practitioners suggest eliminating sweets and carbohydrates from the diet, and supplementing with antioxidants, including vitamins A, C, and E, and zinc. Naturopaths may recommend treatment with two douches (a wash used inside the vagina), alternating one in the morning and one at bedtime. One douche contains the herb’s calendula, goldenseal, and Echinacea. The other douche contains plain yogurt. The herbal douche helps to kill the protozoa, while the yogurt reestablishes healthy flora in the vagina. Another herbal remedy that is sometimes used is tea tree oil. Acidifying the vagina by docking with boric acid or vinegar may also be useful.

Coneflower and Echinacea:

Coneflower and Echinacea reportedly increase resistance to infection, bad coughs, dyspepsia, venereal disease, insect bites, fever, and blood poisoning. Mega doses of L-lysine have been proven to shorten the duration of an outbreak of all types of herpes viruses.