Vagina is that part of a woman's body which needs to be kept healthy. Sometimes the smell coming from the vagina can be bothersome, for which some measures can be taken. Discharge and smell from the vagina is normal and there can be many reasons behind it, but if this is happening for a long time, then definitely consult a doctor. Let us know what can be done to keep the vagina healthy. 

Wash with lukewarm water

The vagina should be washed with lukewarm water every day. Just remember not to clean it from inside as this can disturb the pH balance. After washing it, it should be dried properly. There is no need to use any chemical product available in the market to clean the vagina . Water and soap are enough to clean it. Use soap only on the outer part of the vagina. 

Wear Comfortable Cotton Underwear

Wear cotton underwear to protect the vagina from moisture and keep it ventilated. Tight-fitting clothes and synthetic fabrics should not be worn for long periods of time. Wear clean underwear daily and also wash your underwear with warm water and mild detergent. 

Drink Enough Water

To protect the vagina from infection, it is necessary to drink 10-12 glasses of water throughout the day. The vagina is self-cleaning, but for this it is very important that you drink enough water. 

Eat Probiotic Rich Foods (Include Probiotics In Your Diet)

Include more probiotics like yogurt, kefir in your diet. These protect the vagina from odor and also prevent bacteria from growing .  

Extra Care During Periods

Vaginal hygiene should be taken utmost care of during periods. If you use sanitary pads or tampons, then change the pad every 2 to 3 hours. Along with this, clean the vagina with water every time, try to trim the pubic hair as well. 

Safe Sex

Along with adopting safe options for sex, keep getting tested for sexually transmitted infections regularly. Along with this, always urinate after sex and clean your vagina thoroughly with water. If you use sex toys, then clean and sanitize them thoroughly after every use. 

Take a balanced diet (Balanced Diet Is A Must)

Your diet should include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, etc. The less processed foods you eat, the better. If you feel a burning sensation in your vagina or irritation while passing urine, then increase the amount of fruits in your diet and reduce the amount of oily and spicy food. 

Add Baking Soda To Bathing Water

Another way to clean the vagina naturally can be to add a tablespoon of baking soda to the bath water. This will help in balancing the pH . However, after doing this, do not forget to take a bath with normal and clean water.

A Splash Of ACV To Your Bathing Water

The second recipe is to add one cup of apple cider vinegar to lukewarm bath water. This is also helpful in keeping the vagina healthy. However, keep in mind that you should not use it directly and use it only after mixing it in bath water. 1 to 2 teaspoons of vinegar in a bucket of water is enough. After this, clean the body with normal water as well.

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