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How To Control Candida
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Candida is a common yeast that grows in everyone’s digestive system without harm. Sometimes however the yeast can overgrow and then create an imbalance in the digestive system and more wide ranging health effects.
Common Causes of Candida Overgrowth Include:
1. Medications such as antibiotics.
2. A diet high is sugar and refined carbohydrates (white bread etc.).
3. High stress, leading to poor digestion.
Symptoms Associated with Candida Overgrowth Include:
* thrush
* decreased libido
* chronic fatigue
* bloating
* gas
* intestinal cramping
* ractal itching
* altered bowel function
* low energy
* low immune function
* bladder infections
* menstrual complaints
* depression
* irritability
* poor concentration
* allergies
* chemical sensitivities
* skin disorders
DIET
A healthy diet and good digestion is essential to management of Candida. Candida ferments foods that remain in the digestive system, so consuming a highly fermentable fuel like carbohydrates will encourage it’s growth. Candida will also ferment undigested food, so if your digestive system is weak, it will make more fuel available for it to grow.
* Avoid all simple sugars, including sweets, honey, fruit juice and sugar in processed foods.
* Avoid all refined cereals including white bread, white rice and pasta. Limit wholegrain cereals to one to two serves per day.
* Emphasize fresh vegetables and lean protein foods such as fish, organic chicken and eggs, lamb and tofu.
* Limit alcohol and other fermented foods (pickles, bread, vinegar). Some people react to these and need to avoid them altogether.
* Your Practitioner may have other dietary suggestions for you as well.
NATURAL MEDICINES
* Remove Yeast Growth
There are a number of natural medicines that have been proven to have a powerful antifungal effect, and are recommended for treatment of Candida. Pau D’ Arco is a South American herb which contains natural fungal agents thats will kill the Candida yeast. Gamma Orysanol (from rice bran oil) has been shown to be both antifungal and also soothing to inflamed membranes. Other herbal medicines with a powerful antifungal activity include Black Walnut, Chinese Wormwood, Barberry and Oregano.
* Replace The Candida With ‘Good Bacteria’
One of the main reasons that antibiotic therapy can lead to a Candida overgrowth is that the antibiotics kill the beneficial bacteria that normally live in the digestive system and vigina. Because yeast are unaffected by antibiotics, they then can grow and take over the ‘vacant real estate’. There are many good bacteria. If they are present in the digestive system in sufficient quantities, they will prevent Candida from overgrowing.
These beneficial bacteria produce natural antifungal chemicals, which inhibit the growth of the yeast. They also make the enviroment of the vagina and digestive system a little more acidic, which the Candida doesn’t like. Finally, they compete for space and nutrients, making it harder for the Candida to grow and take over. They really are an ideal treatment, as they are safe, natural, effective and long lasting - once you have established a colony you should be protected unless you encounter one of the causes listed above (such as antibiotics) again.
* Make Sure You Get The Right Probiotics
Not all probiotics are created equal, and the onces that are present in yoghurt are often not as effective as ‘medical strength’ strains. One of the best ‘medical strength’ probiotics is L.acidophilus NCFM strain. This strain has been shown to inhibit a wide range of bad bugs, to survive passage through your digestive system, and to be able to establish a colony on the digestive system wall. Many other strains of L.acidophilus do not survive the harsh acids in your stomach, or are unable to adhere to the wall of your disgestive tract, and pass straight through. They are therefore of little long-term benefit, and need to be consumed every day.
* Support The Growth Of Probiotics
Just like your garden, to get the best results from your probiotics they need the right food. Partly this involves the dietary changes mentioned above, but there are also some specific ‘growth enhancers’ that can be used such as Colostrum and Arabinogalactans.
* Manage The Symptoms
Many natural medicines are quite rapid acting, but even so they can take a week or two to complete results. To assist in the management of the symptoms of Candida, your practitioner may recommend a course of Homoeopathic drops that have been designed specifically to be used for Candida. These can gently reduce the symptoms, while the other dietary changes and natural medicines take full effect.
* Speak To Your Practitioner
Before making any changes to your medicines always consult your practitioner because they know about your symptoms.
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