{"id":847,"date":"2011-10-02T10:31:25","date_gmt":"2011-10-02T02:31:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.naturalpathremedies.com\/blog\/?p=847"},"modified":"2024-11-30T10:57:06","modified_gmt":"2024-11-30T18:57:06","slug":"candida-albicans-yeast-infections","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.NaturalPathRemedies.com\/blog\/candida-albicans-yeast-infections\/","title":{"rendered":"Candida Albicans \/ Yeast Infections"},"content":{"rendered":"
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WHAT IS IT<\/span><\/strong>?<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Candida albicans is a form of parasitic yeast which thrives in warm-blooded animals. Candida normally populates the bowel, vagina and mucous membranes. In those with healthy immune systems, it is kept in balance by friendly bacteria such as acidophilus and bifidophilus bacteria. If the balance is upset, the Candida proliferates.<\/p>\n

As it multiplies in a hospitable environment, this single cell can rapidly develop into new strains, which is why target- specific drugs have limited effect. Researchers have identified multiple species of Candida, including C. parapsilosis<\/em>, C. <\/em>glabrata, C. tropicalis<\/em>, and C. dubliniensis<\/em>. Canvas bulgeris<\/em> as a secondary fungus that can cause many of the symptoms that accompanies Candida albicans<\/em>.<\/p>\n

Researchers who follow the polymorphic philosophy, believe that these are forms of the same organism as it progresses through different stages. It is known that Candida albicans can change its structure and metabolism into a fungal form, with a mass of filaments that can penetrate into surrounding tissue. These filaments are called mycelium. These mycelium can penetrate the lining of the colon, where Candida overgrowth usually begins, and enter the bloodstream. This is how Candida can spread to other organs and systems. When it enters the blood stream, it can travel to any weaker areas of the body, creating infectious – type responses.<\/p>\n

At this stage it is now considered to be \u201csystemic yeast infection\u201d. At this\u00a0 systemic stage, it can severely affect your health. \u00a0As the fungi multiply they also produce toxins which circulate in the blood stream & cause all kinds of sickness & illness,\u00a0 known also as Candidiasis.<\/p>\n

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SYMPTOMS<\/span><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Candida ferments glucose, maltose, sucrose, and lactose to produce gas, acids, ethanol alcohol, as well as acetaldehydes, which can inactivate our body\u2019s enzymes. These and other toxic by-products produce an intoxicated effect if they reach high levels in the blood.\u00a0 Symptoms can be so far reaching that until a few years ago allopathic doctors refused to believe that Candida could be responsible for so many diverse symptoms and refused to recognize its dangerous potential. The symptoms will often fall under one or more of the following categories:<\/p>\n

Allergies:<\/strong> partially due to the inactivation of enzymes and therefore the body ends up absorbing incompletely digested dietary proteins. Allergies can range from food sensitivities, to debilitating environmental hypersensitivities. Chemical reactions, pet allergies, continuous nasal congestion or drainage, dark circles under eyes are some examples.<\/p>\n

Gastrointestinal:<\/strong> digestive and intestinal problems: 3Bs: belching, burping and bloating, gas, fatigue after meals, diarrhoea or constipation or both, irritable bowel syndrome, leaky gut.<\/p>\n

Immune deficiency:<\/strong> yeast infections, thrush or mouth sores, frequent infections: ears, tonsils, bronchitis, diaper rash, bladder infections, vaginal or rectal burning or itching, discharge.<\/p>\n

Nervous system:<\/strong> difficulty concentrating, poor coordination, mood swings, depression (both unipolar and bipolar), hyperactivity, poor attention span, mental confusion and anxiety.<\/p>\n

Skin:<\/strong> constant skin problems, pimples on cheeks, rashes, athlete\u2019s foot, ringworm, cradle cap, jock itch, psoriasis.<\/p>\n

Nutritional deficiencies and imbalances:<\/strong> cravings for junk foods & sugar, dry mouth or throat, fatigue, difficulty getting pregnant, PMS problems including menstrual cramps.<\/p>\n

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CAUSES<\/span><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Antibiotics:<\/strong> promote the growth of Candida by killing friendly intestinal bacteria that control Candida, plus destroy Vit B and K.<\/p>\n

Birth control pills:<\/strong> weaken the immune system, alter hormones, release toxins & destroy folic acid, Vitamins C, B6, B2, B12, B1 and E.<\/p>\n

Cortisone and other steroid hormones:<\/strong> suppress immune system and destroy Vit A, B6, D, C, zinc and potassium.<\/p>\n

Hormones: <\/strong>Progesterone suppositories produce a hormonal imbalance & cause yeast infections. Repeated pregnancies can increase changes in hormonal balance.<\/p>\n

Sex: <\/strong>\u00a0partners can re-infect each other, so both should follow treatment to eliminate Candida<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Stress:<\/strong> weakens overall immunity, making it a prime target for opportunistic yeast infections.<\/p>\n

Diet: <\/strong>Just like the yeast you may use for baking bread, Candida grows rapidly on sugar and flour. Too much acid-forming foods such as meat, poultry, eggs or farmed fish create an imbalanced pH.\u00a0 Antibiotics and hormones are fed and injected into cattle, chicken and turkeys. Aim for a diet of 80% alkaline, (vegetables of every color and shape) and 20% acid forming foods.<\/p>\n

Mold in your environment.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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TREATMENT<\/span><\/strong>:<\/strong><\/h4>\n
As with all health challenges, the Four Pillars of Health<\/em><\/strong> need to be considered:<\/h6>\n

1. Nutrition<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Follow a healthy diet, which may also be called a Candida Diet. Think of this not as a restriction diet until Candida is gone, but rather as life-long dietary changes that promote ongoing health and build the immune system. Look at broadening your healthy food choices, rather than as an elimination diet. Eliminate causes listed above – replace drugs and improve health with herbs.<\/p>\n

Specific recommendation for yeast, fungal and candida can be found here: Optimum Diet<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

2. Exercise<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Energy begets energy. Choose a form of exercise that suits your lifestyle, your interests and level of health, then stick with it and enjoy it.<\/p>\n

3. Emotional<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Think positively as you begin taking the steps to improve your own health and you will reap the benefits. As you cleanse your body physically, you will find it easier to cleanse emotional toxins.<\/p>\n

4. Supplementation<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Herbs, enzymes and probiotics work on a two step approach.<\/p>\n

First,<\/strong> the climate or environment of the body needs to be changed to eliminate Candida overgrowth, while increasing the friendly bacteria. You do not want to be a good host to Candida and you do want to create an environment that is a great host to the friendly bacteria.<\/p>\n

Second,<\/strong> herbs are used to nourish and balance, plus strengthen the weakened body and immune system.<\/p>\n

Once the situation is under control, maintenance programs promote strong immunity and are highly recommended.<\/p>\n

SUPPLEMENTS<\/span><\/strong> TO CHOOSE FROM:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Nails, Toenail fungus: <\/strong>read Fungus Among Us<\/a> f<\/strong>or specific solutions to this common yeast challenge, including athlete’s foot..<\/p>\n