2. Going commando can actually prevent infections
If you thought thongs were safe, think again my friends. Dr. David Elmer says that thongs actually draw bacteria from the backside straight to your vagina and urinary tract. “[Thongs] are usually tight fitting and tend to slide back and forth while you exercise,” says Dr. David Bank, another specialist. “All of this friction and heat can lead to UTI’s (urinary tract infections) and vaginal bacterial infections, regardless of the fabric.”
And Dr. Bank isn’t the only one who thinks so. Dr. Alyssa Dweck, co-author of “V Is For Vagina,” says that ditching your underwear can keep infections at bay, especially if you’re prone to yeast infections or chronic vaginitis. “If [the area] is constantly covered — especially by a fabric that’s not moisture-wicking or absorbent — moisture collects,” Dweck says. “That’s a perfect breeding ground for bacteria or yeast.”
