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The Care and Feeding of Your Vaginal Microbiome;
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- Sexual Wellness at WholeHealth Chicago;
- Meet Dr. Kelsie Lazell

Health Tip

The Care and Feeding of Your Vaginal Microbiome

We mainly think of “microbiome,” that overall population of wanted (and often unwanted) bacteria, fungi (yeast), viruses and even parasites as confined to our intestinal tract. A “healthy gut microbiome” we now know allows us symptom-free digestion, a strong immune system, neurotransmitter production and is even associated with longevity. Of course, other areas in your body where bacteria congregate have their microbiome, like your skin and your vagina.

It can safely be said that your vagina pretty much can take care of herself without you mucking with her (douches, sprays, secondhand sex toys) except when hammered by one of the several infections which I will discuss next week. By far the commonest is candida (a/k/a “yeast”), followed by bacterial vaginosis (a/k/a BV or Gardnerella), trichomonas, chlamydia and the STD gonorrhea. On the plus side (as if there can be a ‘plus’ side to a vaginal infection), once diagnosed, vaginal infections are quite treatable, usually with antifungals or antibiotics. Some women, for reasons quite unknown to them, get vaginal infections repeatedly. Perhaps this Health Tip will help.

The dominant bacteria in your vagina are Lactobacillus Crispatus, Lactobacillus Rhamnosus, Lactobacillus Gasseri. Taking a so-called “Woman’s Probiotic” every day will help your microbiome by lowering the pH (making your vagina more acidic) thus making it uncomfortable for disease-causing organisms like candida and Gardnerella. But actually, a healthful diet, reducing sugar, avoiding ultra-processed foods, and increasing fermented foods like Greek yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, and kimchi might work quite well.

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Meet Dr. Kelsie Lazzell

Kelsie Lazzell, DC

Functional Medicine Physician

Dr Lazzell, a Functional Medicine Physician, has advanced training in chronic conditions such as mold/mycotoxicity, chronic viral infections like Epstein Barr, autoimmune conditions, and chronic fatigue. She has a vast understanding of the contributing factors such as cortisol, thyroid, and hormones, digestive health and overall nutrient status. With her additional training as a chiropractor and certified acupuncturist, she is able to combined a true whole body approach to treatment.