You have probably seen your doctor numerous times and maybe even seen several different doctors. You may have spent large amounts of money trying to feel better but nothing has worked. Finally, after countless hours of research or finding the right doctor, you realize you are suffering from candida. Now what? You can find a lot of literature regarding the candida diet (an essential component but not a treatment by itself) and there are lots of products available that claim to cure yeast overgrowth. How do I know what to do?
First things first - Candida is a very stubborn little organism to get rid of. You must treat this infection on all possible fronts to have the greatest likelihood of success. Keep in mind, a very small amount of yeast left anywhere in your digestive tract can start growing - within 6 months to a year you can be reinfected! It is also important to keep in mind how long you have had the yeast overgrowth. Many individuals have been dealing with thi s problem for years and not realized it. If it is a relatively new situation, you should have an easier time treating the condition. The more extensive the infestation, the harder the battle will be.
It is best to attack the problem in phases. Your first phase should involve killing parasites and cleaning out the intestinal track. Parasites are always present with yeast overgrowth. It is not known whether the parasites are part of the cause or an occurrence due to the yeast infection. We do know they come hand in hand. Parasites excrete toxins that kill friendly bacteria and can suppress the immune system, creating an environment rich for yeast growth. You will also want to start killing the yeast during your first phase. You will want to use products that kill parasites, kill yeast, and flush out and clean the intestine. Some great products include:
CandiClear5 (kills parasites, kills yeast, absorbs toxins and products of yeast die off, absorbs heavy metals an d balances the bodies PH. A note about this product - it is a wonderful product for eliminating yeast, probably the best! It is quite awful to drink however! Blending it in a fruit smoothie is a good way to get it down, avoiding the chalky texture and bad aftertaste).
Colon cleansing products (colon boost, colon cleanse, indigest free, colonix, Re gulux are all good products. Indigest free is the only product I am aware of that actually scrapes the lining of the intestinal wall, however.
After you have worked on killing the parasite and cleaning the intestine, you are ready for phase two. This phase involves attacking the yeast in full force! During phases 1 and 2 it is most important to head the candida diet! Use as many products as you would like or can afford during phase two.
Keep using CandiClear5! (sorry about the taste and texture but it will work).
Hemoxide (your body naturally produces nitric oxide to fight candida. This product will assi st your body use it's own natural defense. Nitric oxide also increases circulation, makes nutrients more available on a cellular level and flushes out toxins)
Threelac, Candex, and Carnivora are also great products in killing yeast.
Phase three is the point when you start regrowing healthy flora into your digestive tract. Putting healthy bacteria into your digestive tract when it is still full of yeast is self defeating. After you have killed a large amount of yeast and parasites, now it is time to repopulate. You do not have to be as strict about the candida diet at this point, although you should always avoid a diet high in refined sugars for general health. Some great repopulating products are:
Biotic Bloom (this product also continues to kill yeast and can be used in phase 2 if desired)
Ultra Blend (probably the best source of healthy bacteria as it contains the same bacteria found in infants that is gradually killed as we age)
Threelac & Fivelac (great repopulaters and yeast killers, can be used in phase 2 also but best for stage 3)
Now that you have killed the yeast and parasites and repopulated your digestive tract, it is time for phase 4. Candida dramatically decreases the cells ability to absorb nutrients, leaving your body depleted on a cellular level. Now you need to replenish your body and assist your immune system functioning more effectively. Here are some great products for this stage:
Take a good multi-vitamin and mineral supplement (life essence multiple, Omica plus, Bio sil, daily foods megaflora - these are all great supplements but you can choose any supplement you like - just replenish your body!)
Your liver and kidneys have been working overtime since you became infected so it is important to help them heal (Liver balance plus and kidney rescue are great sources)
Taking immune system boosting supplements is a good idea (Echinacea, ActivaMune, & ImmunExtra are g reat products).
Continue to take healthy bacterial supplements
You may want to take CandiClear5 or a product like three lac as a maintenance product.
Phase one should last about 2 months, phase two for 4 to 6 months, phase three and phase four can overlap and will usually take a year. You can be cured of candida yeast infection but always be aware of the circumstances that led you to the problem to begin with. It is always important to take care of one's health - many people find taking a probiotic for the rest of their lives is a great way to keep yeast at bay! Remember - drink plenty of water! Water helps your cells stay plump and healthy while also flushing the toxins, die off cells, etc. our of your system. There is no substitute for WATER!