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The science behind cinnamon’s significant biofilm activity
Cinnamon is a potent therapeutic agent in combating bacterial and fungal biofilm-associated infections.
BV + partners study – join a study today! (AUSTRALIA ONLY) 2023
A study is being run in Australia on how partners are involved in bacterial vaginosis. Take part!
How to take liquid herbal medicine
A clear explanation of how to take liquid herbal medicine as part of your My Vagina treatment.
Impact of Cinnamomum on Escherichia coli
One of the active components of cinnamon has shown promise against E. coli.
Impact of Cinnamomum on Staphylococcus aureus biofilms
Staph biofilms are susceptible to some of the active constituents in cinnamon, making Cinnamomum a possible treatment avenue for resistant infections.
Aunt Vadge: when I finger myself, it burns
Burning when you finger yourself is usually friction from going in before you're aroused and lubricated. How to fix it, and when it's thrush or BV.
What is lochia? Understanding post-birth vaginal discharge
What lochia (postpartum bleeding) is, its three stages, what's normal after a caesarean, and the warning signs that need urgent care.
How to succeed on a low histamine diet
Important information on doing the low histamine diet under practitioner guidance.
Histamine-containing foods list (searchable)
A searchable list of common foods and their histamine impacts: high, low or releasing.
My Vagina’s repository
Articles about bacterial vaginosis, aerobic vaginitis (AV), yeast infections and more
Oxalates and urinary tract infections
We explain the relationship of calcium oxalate to urinary tract infections.
Understanding and doing the low oxalate diet
Learn about oxalates - what they are and how they are processed by your body.
Understanding and using castor oil packs
Castor oil packs have been used for thousands of years to support the body in detoxification and reducing inflammation. This article explores the science behind castor oil packs, their benefits, and how to properly apply them for various health conditions. From improving lymphatic flow and microbial balance to reducing pain
What is FUT2 and how does it affect my vagina?
FUT2 mutations disrupt microbiome health, increasing vulnerability to infections, gut issues, and nutrient deficiencies.
How to get hormone and blood testing
Learn how to get hormone testing on the right day for the most useful results, and what to do with the results.
Doing the low sulphur diet (with searchable foods list)
The sulfur elimination diet is designed not to cut sulfur out completely but to discover your personal threshold for this crucial nutrient.
Understanding tryptophan (with searchable foods list)
Tryptophan plays a crucial role as the precursor to serotonin and melatonin, influencing our mood, sleep, and circadian rhythm.
How to get enough protein (with searchable foods list)
Explore how adequate protein plays a crucial role in preventing conditions like bacterial vaginosis and supporting overall health.
Aunt Vadge: I did the antibiotics, but I’ve still got urinary tract symptoms – help!
UTI symptoms but the test came back negative? You're not imagining it - standard tests miss a lot. What to ask for instead, and the non-infection causes.