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Yeast Infection Treatment Outlines Outlines Some Articles Which Outline The The Basic Principles Of The Candida Crusher Program, Which Has Been Perfected By Naturopathic Doctor Eric Bakker Over The Past Twenty years Of Clinical Practice.

Vaginal Yeast Infections, Yeast Infection Treatment, Yeast Infections and Women

10 Simple & Quick Tips for Crushing Female Yeast Infections

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Because vaginal yeast infection or, vaginal thrush as it is more often referred to, is extremely common, it is wise to follow the old adage, ‘prevention is better than cure.’ Although many women fail to realize it, there are steps you can take to prevent yeast infections either occurring or recurring, which can be incorporated into your everyday lifestyle with the minimum of fuss or effort.

The main reason women get genital yeast infections more often than men is simply due to the ‘design’ of the female nether regions. It is the ideal environment – warm, dark and moist – for yeasts to accommodate and thrive. So a large part of what you are looking to do is to make that environment less hospitable to yeasts.

Here are Ten Tips to remember when either preventing thrush or when trying to rid yourself of it:

1. By allowing air to circulate you are making the environment more hostile to yeasts. Wear loose fitting clothing wherever possible. This includes tight, heavy trousers and, more importantly, nylon underwear. Nylon doesn’t allow the body to breathe in the same way that cotton does. So exchange the nylon for cotton and the trousers for skirts whenever you can.

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2. A steaming hot bath or jacuzzi might seem the ideal way to relax but the heat can encourage yeast overgrowth, and, in women who already have it, make the region extremely irritated. Take warm baths over hot ones and, whenever you can, shower!

3. If you need to wear trousers in the daytime consider having a shower in the evening after work. This way you can change into less formal garments and shift straight into a dress or skirt with no hose after bathing. The same rule applies after swimming. Change into something light and made of a natural material so the air can circulate between your legs.

4. Avoiding alcohol together with sweet desserts and candies is a must if you want to send that infection on its way. Alcohol is known to exist in many people with microflora dysbiosis and Candida just simply thrive on the sugary goodies. Remember that it won’t be for ever and, after your yeast infection has gone, most people often find that they crave candy a lot less than they did before anyway.

5. My Candida Crusher Program gives in-depth advice and guidance about how to treat recurring yeast infections as well as how to prevent them starting. But remember that foods which contain yeasts, and not only alcohol, can also contribute to making a Thrush infection worse. Avoid breads, and cookies wherever possible.

6. Probiotics are essential if you have to take antibiotics. Antibiotics are one of the major causations when it comes to gut dysbiosis and this fact has been realized for decades. When it comes to taking probiotics many patients only continue with them for as long as they are taking the drugs – and it simply isn’t long enough. Remember my x6 rule. For however long you take antibiotics you must take probiotics for 6 times longer. You are on antibiotics for 1 week, then take probiotics for 6 weeks. The beneficial bacteria take longer to be replaced than it does to wipe them out.

7. Oral contraceptives are also becoming recognized as causing thrush. If you are concerned, and particularly if you have recurring thrush, speak to your clinician about possible alternatives. For those women who don’t see any reasonable alternatives to the pill then consider adding a good quality probiotic to your daily diet.

8. Avoid becoming overheated. Whether you are having a day on the beach or when you are playing sports, consider just how overheated your body is becoming. Remember to shower, dry yourself carefully and to dress yourself in loose fitting clothing to allow yourself to cool off. It should go without saying to avoid saunas. That amount of heat, together with the moisture provides an ideal breeding ground for Candida.

9. When sitting, and particularly for long periods, try not to cross your legs. Letting the air circulate even when you are doing nothing is very important. You have no need to sit like a jock but can retain femininity by crossing your legs at the ankles – which is considered very elegant in some circles!

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10. I don’t recommend douches under normal circumstances but do provide details of both my anti-microbial and probiotic protocols in Candida Crusher. These are specialist douches which can be used without encouraging further overgrowth.

Remember that although you can hold Candida at bay if you practice these simple rules, it is much more difficult to Crush Thrush once it has gained a foothold. Most of the time it is necessary to practice these habits for at least 6 months to ensure that Candida does not recur.

Diet And Yeast Infection, Yeast Infection Treatment

What’s the Connection between Candida and Gluten Allergies?

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Some experts believe that there is a direct link between a yeast infection and a gluten allergy, and I believe there is after having noticed how many patients I’ve seen who were diagnosed as being gluten sensitive or celiac, who could once again eat wheat and gluten products without any aggravations after having followed the Candida Crusher Program.

There is a protein within the cell wall of candida albicans (Hwp-1, also known as Hyphal Wall Protein-1) that allows candida to attach itself to the cells of the intestine. The body’s immune system does not recognize Hwp-1 as being that much different from the intestinal cells, allowing candida to remain in our digestive system. The configurations of the amino acids that make up Hwp-1 protein are very similar to the proteins α-gliadin and γ-gliadin found in gluten (wheat, barley, rye) products. Over time, the yeast cells begin to change and are not as fixed as the gliadin proteins, they die, their colonies expand and they hyphenate, sending out spores.

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The immune system becomes challenged and mounts a response that not only includes an attack on the Hwp-1 protein, but also on the similar gliadin protein as well. Crossover allergic reactions begin to occur as the immune system becomes confused, and as the immune system becomes increasingly sensitized to the effects of gluten, leading to celiac disease being triggered in susceptible people.

Because the immune system is confused and cannot readily distinguish between the Hwp-1 proteins and specific gluten proteins, it can lead to a condition known as auto-immunity. And this is how celiac disease may even be caused for all we know. Have you never wondered why perfectly healthy people all of a sudden become “gluten intolerant”? There is always a cause, but it is generally never sought for, and this has lead to a whole new industry and mindset, the gluten free movement.

I have discovered in the past several years that when many people who have been diagnosed with gluten intolerance finally beat their yeast infection, they can go back to enjoying their daily bread again.

In view of the Hwp-1 protein and candida connection and the development of gluten sensitivities, does this not make sense to you? Many people with gluten sensitivities have had a digestive problem that has not been thoroughly investigated, and the person certainly did not suspect a yeast infection. Did they ever have a comprehensive stool test performed to determine what bacteria; parasites or yeasts were involved before they decided to go gluten free? Did they ever try a strict no-sugar diet while treating their digestion for bugs? Probably not, they just took gluten out of their diet, end of story. But if they had tried to commit to a yeast eradication program they would probably find that they actually could go back to eating wheat products again without any aggravation.

Over the past several decades, there has been a sharp increase in people diagnosed with gluten sensitivities and celiac disease. Ulcerative colitis cases have sky rocketed, and Crohn’s disease is seven times more likely in those who are sensitive to gluten. It has been estimated that an incredible 1% of the population is celiac, with the majority not even knowing they have a problem with gluten. Some health experts believe that gluten sensitivities and celiac disease is totally understated, and in their efforts to understand why there could be such a rapid increase they have been looking for clues as to why there could be such a rapid increase. My guess is antibiotics, alcohol, pharmaceutical drugs, sugars and processed foods and the increasingly stressful lifestyles we all tend to lead. Those with gluten issues in my opinion should really try and stick with a yeast eradication program for 6 months before they give themselves a life sentence of gluten avoidance.

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Female Yeast Infection Treatment, Vaginal Yeast Infections, Yeast Infection Treatment, Yeast Infections and Women

Exploring the Vaginal Implant Protocol for Chronic Vaginal Thrush

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Here is a local treatment I have been recommending for many years with great results. It is in two parts, the “kill” phase and the “build” phase. I recommend that you employ this treatment for at least three months (twelve weeks) on a regular basis for best results. You will get the results you are looking for a cure by following my Candida Crusher dietary approach, taking the Candida Crusher supplements, and following the local vaginal implant protocol to the letter.

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Yes, it is highly possible and most probably likely that your vaginal yeast infection will be completely eradicated by doing this the right way. You will get out of a program exactly what you put into it, if you are diligent and follow this protocol correctly you will be delighted with the results, I can vouch for the many women I have helped with this condition over the years, and I’m sure that most would agree with me on this with many of these cases being quite severe and of long duration.

When Should I Do the Treatments and For How Long?

The anti-microbial treatment can be used from one up to five days in a row in general, and it is up to you how long you wish to treat for. It depends on your level of comfort/ discomfort and basically the effort you are willing to go to. Remember to always alternate between the antimicrobial and the beneficial implant protocol.

I have noticed that some women get more results when they do two or three anti-microbial treatments before their period, and then do several pro-biotic treatments after their menstrual cycle, whereas others just do them as sets (the anti-microbial and pro-biotic) several times both before and after their menstrual cycle. I now prefer that women work out what is best for them, and this is because some get more relief with one part of this treatment phase, for example, anti-microbial versus the other.

You will soon work out what is best for you, the duration, what and how to use it and gauge the effectiveness of the treatment based on the results you are getting. And, always remember – treatments locally work the most effectively when they are employed along with the Candida Crusher Diet. Yes, I do repeat myself but I do it to really place emphasis on certain points.

In the next two posts you’ll find the implant treatment protocol I recommend for various conditions affecting the vagina or vulva. This is the protocol I have recommended for over fifteen years and with great success, women report that they get fantastic results – some in as little as 24 hours. There are two phases here that I recommend – the kill stage and the build stage – and this is what makes all the difference. You will be changing the pH level of the vagina by doing so and will get results that much quicker.

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Some programs I have seen just recommend the build stage (using yogurt) and others recommend the kill stage (garlic) by I recommend that you employ BOTH of these stages periodically, especially if you have chronic or recurring thrush. Do you use Fluconazole regularly (Diflucan)? Then you should most certainly do the following protocol, along with the Candida Crusher program.

 

Constant Itching, Female Yeast Infection Treatment, Vaginal Yeast Infections

Vaginal Douching Protocols: Colloidal Silver and Calendula

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While douching isn’t something I recommend women do on a regular basis, there are some benefits to using this technique if you have a yeast infection you need to clear up. The key is to choose the right ingredients to prepare your douche. While an apple cider vinegar douche may work well, there are a couple of others to consider.

Douching is considered by some women as not a good thing to do as it may aggravate a vaginal condition, others find that it offers no real positive effect on a chronic condition. In my experience, the feedback I’ve received from many women has been most positive, especially the protocols I mention in my book Candida Crusher. Here are some useful douches you will find can offer much benefit.

Colloidal Silver

Colloidal silver is a mixture of microscopically small pure silver particles suspended in water. When applied topically to the vaginal area, colloidal silver when diluted in water can provide immediate relief as it has a marked anti-fungal action. The usual dosage is to mix ½ – 1 teaspoon of colloidal silver with a glass of tepid pure water (250ml) and use the mixture to douche the vaginal area. Colloidal silver works well when used in this way, or when added to apple cider vinegar as a wash.

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A stronger concentration can be used after several hours if you feel no change or im­provement. Silver is a powerfully effective anti-microbial that is able to destroy bacterium and various fungi, and I have seen this treatment work when others failed, especially when the colloidal treatment was rotated with the water-soluble tea tree oil douche.

Calendula

Here is a great douche, which is particularly effective around childbirth, or any time the vagina has been affected by any kind of trauma. This douche is very effective for any ongoing issues after an episiotomy or any vaginal tears. Calendula herbal tincture, and be sure to get the low-alcohol extract version, is one of the most anti-fungal of liquid me­dicinal herbs and is well known for its ability to heal skin rapidly. Use one dessertspoon of calendula tincture per 250ml tepid water and use this mixture to douche the vaginal area. Use a suitable applicator to irrigate the vagina deeply if possible. Just speak with your naturopath or herbalist who will be able to supply you with liquid calendula of a low-alcohol content.

Don’t want to use liquid herbal medicines or find it all too much? Another option is to use calendula cream or Kolorex (Horopito) cream. Kolorex cream or capsules is a New Zealand product that is available in USA. Here is yet another effective solution for you; you may want to consider a feminine cream based on tea tree oil, Horopito or calendula.

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Nail Yeast Infections, Yeast Infection Treatment

Natural Treatments You Can Use to Treat And Cure Fungal Nail Diseases

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It is not hard to cure a fungal nail disease; the nails are easily accessible, small and easily treated and respond very well to treatment. Toenail fungus can be considerably more difficult to permanently eradicate than fingernail fungus. This is primarily due to the fact that many of us wear shoes continually.

Here are some of the best recommendations for yeast infections of the nails:

Tea Tree Oil

In the case of a nail infection, use one drop (more is not required) of 100% pure Tea Tree Oil straight on the nail bed. Repeat this twice daily – once upon rising and once upon retiring. You will be amazed and delighted at the results, especially if you persist. Don’t give up in a hurry; it takes time to kill the infection.

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Oregano Oil

Oil of oregano is considerably stronger than tea tree oil, but in my experience it is not always necessary to use stronger products necessarily. Oregano oil is stronger, much stronger and if you use it be sure to get wild crafted oregano oil. I’ve seen the most difficult of all toenail fungal conditions clear up entirely with oregano oil, even when nothing else worked. Go easy though, it is a strong treatment.

Strong natural medicines like drugs may potentially give strong and unwanted reactions that can be quite annoying and off-putting for some. I do like oregano oil with yeast infections, and often recommend taking one or two capsules of this oil internally. If a person can handle a drop or two on their nails, then this is THE way to go.

Oregano oil is a bit like clove oil, it can be very powerful and extremely irritating, but when used very carefully it can be an absolute godsend. For a toothache for example I use clove oil, one drop and the pain is gone. If you do want to use oregano oil topically then I suggest you keep it well away from the eyes. Keep all essential oils well out of reach of children.

Grapefruit Seed Extract

Rub a drop of pure grapefruit seed extract (GSE) onto the affected nail after you take a shower or bath each day. Make sure that when you apply it that a little actually goes under the nail as well. Now leave it on. Every 3-4 days use a paper nail file and gently file away a little of the nail surface gently and rub in another drop of GSE. Continue like this until the nail starts to look normal again. If the nail yeast infection is quite severe and deep seated it can take many weeks or even several months, but it will be worth it when your nails are beautiful again, won’t it? If you have tried the rest, try the best, GSE. I’d like you to try tea tree oil first because it clears up many cases of toe and fingernail fungus usually within 8-12 weeks with daily application.

Another trick is to alternate the tea tree oil or oregano oil and GSE on the nails, that way you are using the combined power of two strong natural products and choosing a more broad-spectrum approach. This will increase your chances of a quicker and more effective solution.

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