What Causes Yeast Infections?
3. Stress
Chronic and severe stress can cause cascading physical problems, including yeast infections. High cortisol levels can increase blood sugar, giving yeast the perfect environment to thrive in. Sometimes recurrent yeast infections and chronic stress form a circular pattern that is hard to break.
Stress can also impair immunity, which increases the likelihood of developing a yeast infection. Many women develop yeast infections when going through major life changes, such as a divorce, wedding, job change, or move. Using exercise, meditation, or yoga to reduce stress may be helpful.
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