The artery is an organ that can self-cleanse thanks to the natural balance between beneficial bacteria and stable acidity. However, according to Dr. Shweta Wazir, Senior Consultant, Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Motherhood Hospital (India), many factors such as stress, antibiotics, poor hygiene or unsafe sex can cause pH imbalance, cause itching, unpleasant smell or inflammation.
A healthy vaginal pH should be maintained at 3.8 to 4.5, which is an acidic state. This environment helps prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and fungi," says Dr. Wazir.
Here are 9 habits to help maintain natural vaginal pH, recommended by your doctor:
Eating probiotic-rich foods like yogurt, kimchi, and pickled cabbage helps increase Lactobacillus bacteria, balancing the vaginal microflora.
Keep it clean properly: Wash the cover with warm water or a non-smelly solution, avoid rinsing or using strong soap.
Drink enough water: At least 2.5 - 3 liters/day to eliminate toxins and maintain natural moisture.
Supplement sugar-free cranberry juice: Helps prevent bacteria that cause urinary tract infections and support the vaginal microflora.
Practice safe sex: Use condoms and keep them hygienic after intercourse to avoid inflammation.
Reduce stress: Yoga, meditation or listening to music help balance hormones, reducing the risk of vaginal inflammation.
Quit smoking: Smoking reduces Lactobacillus, a beneficial bacteria that help maintain pH.
Avoid fragrant products: Confined water, sanitary chemicals with fragrances that easily cause irritation and disrupt natural balance.
Proper menstrual hygiene: Change the hygiene band every 4 - 8 hours to prevent the growth of bacteria.
According to Dr. Wazir, closed area care should not only stop at daily hygiene but should combine nutrition, rest and a healthy lifestyle. When you keep your body healthy, your closed area will also be healthy, she emphasized.
