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Holistic Treatment for Candida Infection

_http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2008/06/10/holistic-treatm

ent-for-candida-infection.aspx_

(http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2008/06/10/holistic-treatmen\

t-for-candida-infection.aspx)

 

Yeast infections can be painful, even agonizing. But instant relief from a

yeast infection is not currently possible; Candida albicans is a stubborn,

hearty fungi that is difficult to remove. Most over-the-counter and

prescription

treatments take days.

 

However, there are options capable of delivering relief much more quickly.

The best holistic treatment for a yeast infection, commonly known as the

*12-hour yeast infection treatment,* has repeatedly proven the safest,

quickest,

and most effective treatment available.

 

Another popular holistic treatment for yeast infection is dietary

modification, which can rid your body of a yeast infection in approximately two

weeks.

Strict dietary modification results in changes to your body that cause

Candida albicans to die off. The lack of food, pH changes, and other factors

are

what ultimately destroy the yeast infection.

 

Sources:

* _Associated Content May 7, 2008_

(http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/755203/holistic_treatment_for_yeast_in\

fection.html)

 

 

 

 

Dr. Mercola's Comments:

 

Many may not realize that chronic yeast infections were what actually

stimulated my passion in natural medicine. I read Dr. William Crook’s book,

_The

Yeast Connection_

(http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0394747003/optimalwellnessc) , in the

mid '80s and eventually deployed some of his recommendations

in my practice -- with quite extraordinary results from some seriously

diseased patients.

 

The results spoke for themselves so I set out on a 15-year journey of

exploring natural healing strategies that has lead me to where I am today. _Dr.

Crook passed nearly six years ago_

(http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2002/10/23/dr-crook.aspx)

but he was really one of my primary initial

role models.

 

For anyone who is struggling with yeast problems, I highly recommend you

review _www.yeastconnection.com_ (http://www.yeastconnection.com) . It is

based

on Dr. Crook*s pioneering work, and the site is loaded with the latest

insights on how Candida yeast causes problems in your body, and how to

alleviate

it.

 

He taught that an overgrowth of Candida albicans, a type of yeast, can cause

a variety of chronic health problems in men and women, not the least of

which are yeast infections.

 

Keep in mind, though, that not all yeast is bad. In fact, Candida albicans

normally exists on your skin, in your digestive tract and, for women, in your

vagina. In your intestines, the good bacteria should, theoretically, keep

the yeast and bad bacteria under control and in a healthy balance. This complex

system is largely responsible for protecting your body from outside

offenders.

 

However, many people*s gut bacteria -- all _100 trillion strong_

(http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2003/10/18/bacteria-gut.aspx\

) -- are

not in the correct balance. Using antibiotics, taking birth control pills,

eating a lot of sugar and grains -- all of these things disrupt the balance of

bacteria in your gut, which allows Candida cells to rapidly develop, and

overwhelm, the good bacteria.

 

What Happens When Your Body Has Too Much Yeast?

 

Two things. First, the lining of your intestines weakens, which allows

allergens and toxins that don’t normally leave your intestines into your

bloodstream. Next, you develop a craving for sugars and carbohydrates to try to

feed

the unnaturally large amount of yeast in your intestine.

 

This is a double-edged sword because the more sugar and grains you eat, the

more the yeast grows out of control. Eventually, this will further weaken

your intestinal lining and your immune system.

 

This imbalance in intestinal flora, sometimes called dysbiosis, can lead to:

* Vaginitis

* Irritable bowel syndrome

* _Weight gain _

(http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2007/01/06/how-the-bacteria-\

in-your-gut-can-make-you-fat.aspx)

* _Food allergies_

(http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2004/06/09/allergies-yeast-p\

art-one.aspx)

* Migraines

* Asthma

* _Depression_

(http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2004/06/19/depression-yeast.\

aspx)

* Chronic fatigue syndrome and _fibromyalgia_

(http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2004/07/28/fibromyalgia-yeas\

t-part-one.aspx)

 

In fact, there are 79 different toxins released by the metabolism and

die-off of Candida. This is why people with yeast overgrowth often feel so

lousy;

the Candida toxins are regularly entering their bloodstream. Two of these

toxins, alcohol and acetaldehyde (the breakdown product of alcohol that causes

hangovers), are in such high amounts in people with chronic yeast problems

that you may actually end up feeling *drunk.*

 

Acetaldehyde also reacts with the neurotransmitter dopamine, which is why

people with yeast overgrowth often experience mental and emotional disturbances

such as anxiety, depression, poor concentration, and feeling spaced-out.

 

Ditch the Creams and Pills: Here’s How to Cure a Yeast Infection

 

Both the *12-hour cure* and the two-week dietary modification mentioned in

the article above are based on holistic principles that actually address the

underlying reasons why Candida is multiplying so quickly in your body. This is

something, by the way, that over-the-counter and prescription drugs miss

entirely.

 

Dr. Crook formulated a treatment for yeast overgrowth and the many symptoms

that accompany Candidiasis, and it is truly effective. The highlights of the

approach include:

 

1. The Right Diet and Exercise

 

A diet _rich in meats, chicken, eggs, seeds and nuts, vegetables_

(http://www.mercola.com/nutritionplan/index.htm) , and healthy oils (free range

and

organic) -- while avoiding sugars and carbohydrate-rich foods -- will restrict

the amount of fuel the yeast in your intestine has available to it. I would

add to this to _make your diet in tune with your nutritional type_

(http://products.mercola.com/nutritional-typing/) .

 

Once you’ve started on the diet, exercising will begin to rebalance the

levels of neurotransmitters in your brain and improve your mood.

 

One of the elements of diet that does seem counter intuitive is the absolute

restriction of even fruits when one is seeking to eliminate yeast, as even

the tiniest amounts of sugar seem to worsen this condition.

 

2. Getting Plenty of Good Bacteria

 

You will want to increase your probiotic (good bacteria) intake with a

high-quality probiotic supplement or by eating cultured and fermented foods,

such

as natto. These contain the good bacteria that keep your vagina and

gastrointestinal tract healthy and will ultimately replace the Candida.

 

3. Avoiding Exposure to Chemicals

 

Paints, household cleaners, perfumes and scents may cause allergic

reactions, and chemical sensitivities are very common in people with yeast

overgrowth.

 

4. Addressing Emotional and Psychological Issues

 

Food cravings, especially those for sweets, often are exacerbated by

emotional dependencies. Tools like the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) can

help

you to _overcome unhealthy food cravings_

(http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2005/11/03/help-in-eliminati\

ng-food-cravings.aspx) and other

emotional hurdles.

 

 

When You Need Relief NOW …

 

The above solutions are incredibly important for avoiding recurring yeast

infections and other yeast-related health problems, so DO make sure to take

them to heart. However, they work over time and will not provide the immediate

relief that women with yeast infections need.

 

So, to relieve the pain and itching that often accompanies yeast infections,

you can try:

 

1. Inserting one Boric acid powder capsule into your vagina morning and

evening for three to seven days for an acute infection, and 14 to 30 days for a

chronic infection. I have not seen Boric acid capsules widely available in

health stores or pharmacies but women can make their own by buying a bottle of

Boric acid powder and gelatin capsules (a capsule-making machine makes the

process go faster).

 

Studies show the effectiveness of Boric acid is very high especially in

women with chronic resistant yeast infections -- one study with 100 women

showed

a 98 percent success rate with this condition. If you find that the Boric

acid irritates your external genitalia you can protect the tissue with vitamin

E

oil (preferred).

 

2. Insert a garlic clove into your vagina in the morning and an acidophilus

capsule in the evening for three to seven days.

 

3. Prepare a retention douche with bentonite clay, Pau D’ Arco tea, yogurt,

tea tree oil and goldenseal and douche two times a day for seven to 10 days.

 

4. Soak a tampon with diluted tea tree oil and keep it in your vagina

overnight.

 

 

If you make the proper lifestyle changes that I*ve listed above, your body

will be able to conquer Candidas albicans. However, because yeast overgrowth

can be extremely complex, I generally recommend finding a health care

practitioner who is knowledgeable about the holistic treatment of yeast to help

oversee your recovery.

 

Related Articles:

 

_How to Treat Yeast Infections Naturally_

(http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2004/04/07/yeast-infections-\

part-two.aspx)

 

_Vaseline May Increase Yeast Infections In Babies_

(http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2000/05/28/vaseline-yeast-in\

fections.aspx)

 

_PMS and The Yeast Connection_

(http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2004/07/14/pms-yeast.aspx)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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