Yeast
Infections
Candidia
Yeast infections are caused by
a fungus such s candida albicans. Candida albicans is a
strain of yeast commonly found in the gastro-intestinal and
gentio-urinary areas of the body. Usually this is
harmless unless the immune system is compromised.
At that time the yeast is able to multiple by feeding on
sugar. It then releases toxins in the body. Common
symptoms are burring, itching and a discharge.
Pre Disposing Factors:
1. Long term use
of antibiotics
2. Immune system dysfunctions
3. Excess Carbohydrates
4. Leaky gut syndrome
5. Stress
6. Oral contraceptives
Supplements that may help
Supplements
Property of Supplements
| Acidophilus |
Restores
friendly flora |
| Pau D Arco |
Immune
enhancer |
| Garlic |
inhibits
infecting organism |
| Digestive
Enzyme |
Proper
food assimilation |
| Grapefruit
seed extract |
Anti-fungal |
| Vitamin A
& E |
Powerful
free radical scavengers that aid in healing |
| Vitamin C |
Improving
immune function |
| Olive Leaf |
Immune
enhancer |
| Change in
Diet |
Sugar, and
yeast free diet |
References:
The Yeast Connection
Lick the Sugar Habit by Nancy Appleton
How to Get Well by Paavo Airola
Prescription for Nutritional Healing
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