I have been a victim of recurring yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis infections and have tried everything under the sun to cure myself of this horrible problem. Over the counter drugs [tried them] prescription drugs [tried them] change in diet [tried it] home remedies [tried most of them].

After all of these things, I continued to struggle with this condition, so I started looking for other holistic natural remedies that could address all areas of the problem.

I found information that boric acid was a great home remedy for yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis, and after doing a lot of research and reading about other women’s concerns, I created a plan. Instead of buying pre-made boric acid suppositories (like the yeast arrest which most people found ineffective), I wanted to make my own (which are probably better 🙂

I know that optimal vaginal health is a balanced PH of around 4.5 and that there needs to be a balance in the vaginal flora for things to be considered healthy. However, it is a difficult task to keep those things under control when you mix stress, poor diet, sex, inappropriate feminine products, etc. in the situation. But I think I have a solution that can help us all.

Here is my recipe for homemade boric acid ovules. Will need:

*Pharmaceutical grade boric acid powder (I bought mine at CVS Pharmacy, but you can find it online or at your local pharmacy or health food store for about $5-$7)

*Organic coconut oil (available at any supermarket, grocery store, or health food store for around $6-$8)

*Ice stick tray (the one that makes thin ice sticks that you can use to put inside a water bottle – I found mine at a dollar store for $1 and it makes 10 ice sticks per tray)

* probiotics (buy probiotics in capsule form – make sure they contain Lactobacillus acidophilus – they can be any brand you want – I used CP-1 probiotic which is one of the best brands out there)

Step 1: Measure out 1/2 cup of coconut oil and melt until smooth (about 1 minute in the microwave should do the trick. You want to have 1/2 cup of melted coconut oil)

Step 2: Pour the melted coconut oil into a bowl and add 2 teaspoons of boric acid powder (NOT HEAVY SPOONS; MAKE SURE NOT TO EXCESS THE BORIC ACID POWDER)

Step 3 – Open your probiotic capsules and dump the contents into your mix (you can put as much as you like, just make sure you don’t make your solution too powdery because it won’t harden properly)

Step 4: Mix the solution well with a fork or mini-whisk and try to remove as many lumps as possible.

Step 5 – Carefully pour your solution into the ice tray filling each mold then place the ice tray in the freezer for about 10-15 minutes or until completely solid.

Keep the eggs frozen until you are ready to use them because they melt easily. The ice stick tray makes the suppositories a bit long, so I broke mine in half and used half twice a day, once in the morning and once in the evening before bed. They are easy to insert, so you shouldn’t have any problems. Just be sure to push them in as far as possible for best results. Also, be sure to wear an undergarment pad while wearing suppositories because they will seep through.

Follow this regimen for about 14 days and you should be fine. However, use your own discretion. If you think you may need a prolonged regimen due to persistent and recurring infections, go for it. This home remedy is safe and can be used when you are experiencing vaginal discomfort and only you know what works for your body.

You shouldn’t experience any discomfort because coconut oil has a soothing and lubricating effect and also has antifungal properties, so it kills yeast as well. Boric acid has antibacterial and antifungal properties, so it will kill the yeast and bacteria that cause BV; It also helps restore vaginal pH. Probiotics help replenish the vaginal flora, which will help restore the pH balance and overall health of the vagina.

Hope this helps someone out there.