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Yeast infections
are most commonly caused by an
overgrowth of the yeast organism,
Candida albicans. Yeast infections
can be experienced as a local
infection in the vagina, or can
become systemic, where the growth of
yeast occurs in other organs
throughout the body, as well as in
the bloodstream.
Candida is actually
a normal part of the flora found in
the intestines and vagina. It
becomes a troublesome vaginal
infection when it begins to grow
profusely, causing a white,
cottage-cheese like discharge, along
with uncomfortable itching. Yeast
infections are two and a half times
more prevalent than 20 years ago.
Vaginal Yeast infection
Symptoms in Women are:
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White vaginal
discharge, it is lumpy and
sometimes looks like cottage
cheese. The discharge should be
odorless
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Vaginal itching
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Irritated skin
that often becomes red or
inflamed at the opening of the
vagina.
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Painful
urination
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Burning
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Pain or vaginal
discomfort while having sex
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Rash on external
area of the vagina
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Soreness or
discomfort around the vaginal
lips
Systemic Yeast
Infections.
Systemic yeast
infections can be detected by an
anti-candida antibody blood titer
test, ordered by a physician. A
darkfield blood analysis, where a
drop of blood is viewed under a
darkfield microscope, can determine
if yeast is present in the blood.
Symptoms of
systemic yeast infections:
Mostly due to the
overuse of antibiotics.
Even if you don't
take antibiotics directly, all
commercially raised animals receive
antibiotics, which are passed to
consumers via consumption of meat
and dairy. Estrogen-like hormones
are also added to animal feed which
further aggravates this problem.
High blood sugar
increases yeast infections. High
blood sugar can be caused by eating
sugary foods and other carbohydrates
(breads, bagels, donuts, pasta),
diabetes, pregnancy and excess
estrogen.
The estrogen
connection is particularly
interesting. Estrogen dominance is
linked to every female issue. Not
only are yeast infections,
especially if chronic, caused by
excess estrogen, the overgrowth of
yeast, in turn, causes excess
estrogen, because the yeast
organisms release estrogen-like by
products!
Natural Help For
Yeast Infections:
Hygiene can help
control yeast infections. Allowing
air to circulate in the groin area
is a good idea. Loose cotton
clothing is preferable to tight
man-made fabrics that do not
'breath'. Tampons, and feminine
products such as spray deodorants
and fragrances may aggravate the
condition. The simple act of wiping
after urinating from front to back
can cut down on the possibility of
fecal contamination. Rinsing the
vaginal area with water after
intercourse can cut down on
re-infection via a male sex partner.
Dietary change is
needed to control and eliminate
yeast infections. This involves the
decreased consumption of all sugary
and high simple carbohydrate foods,
with an increase in healthy
vegetables and
Flax Seed Oil .
All meat and dairy products must be
free- range, organic, and
anti-biotic free.
Herbs To Eliminate
Yeast Infections:
IMPORTANT
NOTE: If you are pregnant or
under the care of a physician
because of recent delivery, Please
do not try these natural remedies
without first consulting your
physician. Some herbs are not
recommended during pregnancy and
lactation.
See the list HERE.
A combination of
herbs can be taken orally. These
herbs help to eliminate
micro-organisms including yeast and
bacteria (Gardnerella, Trichomonas)
responsible for bacterial vaginitis:
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Golden Seal
- Barberry Root
- Citrus Seed Extract
- Coptis
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Garlic
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Black Walnut Hull
- Quassia Fruit
- Artemesia
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Thyme
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Oregano
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Tea Tree Oil
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Red Clover Blossom

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It is a good idea to
replenish the system with friendly
bacteria by taking a probiotic.
Probiotics are bacterial cultures of
Acidophilus with Bifidus
and other bacteria that are
beneficial to our bodies, and also
help to control candida by competing
with them for space to grow.
Organic, unflavored yogurt can be
helpful in providing your body with
active beneficial bacterial
cultures.
Douching with herbal combinations
can help to get rid of vaginal
yeast, while using commercial
preparations with fragrance, dyes
and preservatives may make it worse.
Yeast Infection Douche Recipe
In large douche bag with 2 quarts of
lukewarm water, mix together:
1/2 teaspoon
Acidophilus powder (Open a
capsule or two)
2 teaspoons liquid peppermint (find
this in your grocery store)
1/4 teaspoon
Tea Tree Oil
1/2 teaspoon Boric Acid (optional-
use only with stubborn cases)
Douche twice a day until symptoms
are cleared.
Then use as a preventive measure
following the end of the period and
after sex.
Men usually don't have visible
symptoms, but can still carry yeast
and bacterial infections. This means
that they can keep re-infecting
women. If your yeast infection is
chronic, even after a change of diet
and the use of herbal therapies,
have your male sex partner
evaluated.
It is always a good
idea for both you and your partner
to take daily
acidophilus .
This will not only help prevent
yeast infections but will also keep
your intestines healthy promoting
good absorption and digestion.
Important Health
Note: If you have any chronic or
reoccurring health condition, it is
often due to an excessive build up
of toxins in your intestinal tract.
Regular detoxifying will change your
health for the better.
If you are looking
for a good herbal product for
Candida, try
Candidol.
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