![]() ![]() Kimberly Ann Johnson is a Sexological Bodyworker, Somatic Experiencing trauma resolution practitioner, birth doula, and single mom. To further vaginal steam education Garza founded a branch of her company called the Peristeam Hydrotherapy Institute to train practitioners in the use of vaginal steam for menstrual and reproductive health and to further research on the gynecological benefits reported by hundreds of customer case studies. Garza is the owner of Steamy Chick the largest distributor of vaginal steam supplies in the United States. Keli Garza has a Masters degree in International Development graduating cum laude. 2016 Nov/Dec 50 Suppl 2, Proceedings from the 8th Probiotics, Prebiotics & New Foods for Microbiota and Human Health meeting held in Rome, Italy on September 13-15, 2015:S171-S174.Podcast: Play in new window | Download | Embed The In Vitro Effectiveness of Lactobacillus fermentum Against Different Candida Species Compared With Broadly Used Azoles. Effects of probiotics on vaginal health in pregnancy. Vaginal Steaming: What you need to know.If there is concern over the health of the flora, address the issue with a women’s health probiotic, and avoid the possibly injurious and desiccating effects of the vaginal steam. It will take care of itself under health circumstances. In short, the vagina is a like a self cleaning oven. It has been suggested that probiotics can assist in maintaining vaginal flora health in pre-pregnancy care 2as well as for the prevention and treatment of vaginal candida infections. If you have concerns about vaginal hygiene or health of the tissue, the use of a probiotic specific to women can be beneficial. Alternatives to The Vaginal Steaming Trend While it may sound counter-intuitive, the process of vaginal steaming can have the opposite of the intended effect and dry out the vagina while the additional heat can kill naturally occurring “good” bacteria which is necessary to fend of infection. Third, and perhaps most importantly, is the fact that douching, or the addition of external herbs, plants, or any other substance that is not native to the vagina presents the opportunity for infection and annihilation of the natural vaginal flora. It is a far reach to believe that the herbal steam concoction can make its way up the vagina, through the (closed) cervix, across the fallopian tubes, and over to the ovaries.ģ. Hormone production and secretion is a delicate and finely orchestrated dance between the thyroid, the hypothalamus, and the ovaries. Second, there is no medical evidence to support the idea that warm, moist heat and herbs result in change in hormone production or regulation. Steam related burns can occur, especially in novice “steamers” (How would you like to call in sick and explain that one to your boss?).Ģ. First, you run the risk of burning yourself. The problem with this procedure is threefold.ġ. The practice is common in Mayan and Native American culture as well. 1She refers to this apparatus as a mini-throne, and proclaims that it cleanses the uterus and provides energetic release. Then, disrobing from the waist down, and perching one’s self over the boiling blend for 20-40 minutes. Vaginal steaming, as described by Paltrow’s website GOOP and backed by naturalistic websites entails brewing a concoction of herbs, including mugwort, in boiling water. Thanks in part to Gweneth Paltrow and other natural websites boasting hormone balancing powers and energetic release, there has been a surge in women participating in vaginal steaming, in search of these healing powers. Vaginal douching disintegrated into a relic of the past, joining shag carpeting and fuzzy dice hanging from rear-view windows….Until it made a comeback. What is Vaginal Steaming and Why I s It On The Rise? ![]()
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