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Candida Cleansing
Candida Albicans is a naturally occurring yeast, or fungus, that
is commonly found in everybody's intestines, throat, mouth,
genitals and urinary tract. When friendly bacteria and a
properly functioning immune system are not present, balance of
the system may be lost and Candida overgrowth may occur.
Its overgrowth is thought to be a frequent complication or even
a causative factor in many of today's illnesses. The condition
was most widely publicized by Dr. William Crook in his 1983
book, called The Yeast Connection. Other names for this
overgrowth of yeast in the body include candida-related complex,
polysystemic candidiasis, and chronic candidiasis. Some doctors
dismiss the yeast-health connection as another fad but an
increasing number of both MD's and naturopaths are treating
Candida overgrowth as a serious infection that deserves
attention and treatment.
Someone with an overgrowth of yeast can experience any number of
unpleasant symptoms such as a yeast infection, fatigue, rash,
depression and anxiety. The symptoms of Candida overgrowth are
frequently treated with anti-fungal remedies. Even with these
remedies, however, if your diet is not changed to create an
environment within the body to prohibit the overgrowth of
Candida, relief is sure to be temporary, and problem symptoms
will return.
Once you have established that you have a yeast infection there
are a variety of dietary changes that you can make to improve
your health. Dietary changes are an important part of Candida
cleansing.
Refined sugar should be eliminated from your diet entirely as it
encourages the growth of yeast. So should fruit and fruit juices
- as they contain natural sugars that promote the growth of
yeast. Don't drink beer, wine or liquor as the alcohol also
provides sugar, and many of these products are fermented with
yeast. Bagels, muffins, pastries, breads and crackers should
also be eliminated from the diet as they contain yeast and
sugar. Anything with vinegar - which is made with yeast culture
- should be avoided as well. Mushrooms should be avoided as
should peanuts and peanut butter, cheeses, and meats that are
dried, smoked or pickled. Beverages that should be avoided are
fermented drinks such as root beer and cider, black tea, and
coffee, including decaffeinated.
Both herbal remedies and prescribed medications can be helpful
in cleansing the body of yeast. Increasing your intake of raw
garlic and soluble fiber will help your body to fight the yeast
infection. A supplemental dose of acidophilus will help to make
your intestinal track more acidic which helps to kill off the
Candida. Other recommended supplements include volatile oils,
such as peppermint oil or oregano oil in capsule form as the
straight liquid may be toxic, tea tree oil and olive leaf
extract. Check with your herbalist as to dose, mode of use and
formulations. For antifungal remedies not available over the
counter check with your doctor about side effects, costs and
availability.
Early in the treatment many people notice a worsening of their
symptoms. When the Candida is killed it releases proteins and
toxins. This process is known as die-off or the Herxheimer
reaction and is temporary. With strict adherence to the diet,
and treatment regime the patient will usually begin to notice
improvements in two to four weeks.
About the author:
Gray Rollins is a featured writer for CandidaRelief.com. To
learn more about Candida
Cleansing and learning if you
have candida, visit the site.
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