Candida Yeast Infections!!!
Health Issues Linked to Candida Yeast Infections
DESCRIPTION:
Candida yeast infections are fungal infections caused by the candida species. There are more than 150 species of known Candida, but only eight are considered to be pathogenic to humans. Candida normally lives on the skin, in the gastrointestinal tract, and in the female genital tract without causing an infection.
A Candida yeast infection usually only develops when the immune system is weakened and the body's normal checks do not keep it under control. The use of antibiotics can also increase the risk of Candidiasis as it destroys the good bacteria in the body that helps to keep the yeast in check. Immunosuppressive drugs increase the risk as they suppress the immune system.
Vaginal Candidiasis is more common in pregnant women, obese women, and women with diabetes. In addition, women who take hormone replacement therapy after menopause increase their risk of yeast infections.
Symptoms of a yeast infection generally include irritation and vaginal discharge. Redness and swelling may also be present. Occasionally, severe itching and burning may accompany a yeast infection.
-- Causes of Yeast (candidiasis) Infections --
Predisposing factors to Candida overgrowth: Altered bowel flora, Decreased digestive secretions, Dietary factors (high sugar diet), Drugs (particularly antibiotics), Impaired immunity, Impaired liver function, Nutrient deficiency, Prolonged antibiotic use, Underlying disease states.
Prolonged antibiotic use is believed to be the most important factor in the development of chronic candidiasis. Antibiotics suppress the immune system and the normal intestinal bacteria that prevent yeast over-growth, strongly promoting the proliferation of candida.
There is little argument that, when used appropriately, antibiotics save lives. However, there is also little argument that antibiotics are seriously overused. The widespread use and abuse of antibiotics is becoming increasingly alarming, not only because of the chronic candidiasis epidemic, but also due to the development of "superbugs" that are resistant to currently available antibiotics. According to the World Health Organization, we are coming dangerously close to arriving at a "postantibiotic era", in which many infectious diseases will once again become almost impossible to treat.
-- The Nutritional Approach --
Foods that have been proven to help with Yeast (Candida) and Fungal Infections:
Yogurt with probiotic cultures, Garlic and Flax seeds.
Avoid refined flour and refined sugars and large amounts of honey, maple syrup, fruit juice, milk and other dairy products, alcoholic beverages, cheeses, dried fruits, and peanuts.
Nutrients that have been proven to help with yeast infections and candida:
Digestive Enzymes, Cat's Claw, Olive Leaf, Garlic, Tea Tree Oil topical treatments, Grapefruit Seed.
Exercises that have been proven to help with yeast infections:
In many cases yeast infections are caused by a weak immune system. A daily exercise routine will help promote a strong immune system which will help you to prevent and over`come infections such as a yest infection.
-- Associated GNLD Products --
Formula IV, Beta-Zyme Digestive Enzymes, Garlic-Allium
and Acidophilus Plus
-- Links to Associated Products --
Formula IV Beta-Zyme Digestive EnzymesGarlic Allium Acidophilus Plus
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Yeast infections are fungal infections caused by the candida species. Prolonged antibiotic use is believed to be the most important factor in the development of chronic candidiasis.
-- Associated GNLD Products --
Formula IV Multiple Vitamin
Beta-Zyme Digestive Enzymes
Garlic-Allium
Acidophilus Plus
Yeast infections are fungal infections caused by the candida species. Prolonged antibiotic use is believed to be the most important factor in the development of chronic candidiasis.
