Candida Albicans, a common yeast, is part of the regular flora (bacteria) in
the digestive tract. In a healthy state, they live in a ratio of about one
candida to one million other bacteria. Due to many modern-day factors, this
yeast can proliferate out of correct proportion. Yeast overgrowth-related
disorders may then develop, such as yeast infections, rectal itch, constipation,
bloating, skin problems, and many others.
With long term infestation, this candida yeast shifts into a fungal form
which develops roots, called rhizoids, that can grow right into the intestinal
wall. These rhizoids cause the intestine to become porous, allowing toxins and
undigested proteins and carbohydrates to flow through the bowel wall, to be
absorbed into the body and the blood stream. This condition is called Leaky Gut
Syndrome.
The next step in this vicious cycle is that the immune system of the
individual makes antibodies (proteins) which attempt to neutralize the candida
overgrowth. These antibodies can cause the body to become hypersensitive to
certain foods and molds, and can create a wide variety of food allergies. They
can also interfere with hormonal activity and cause nutritional deficiencies.
What Are the Common Causes of Candida Overgrowth?
- Repeated antibiotic use is the most common cause of yeast overgrowth. A
healthy intestinal bacteria balance suppresses the overgrowth of yeast. When
antibiotics destroy this healthy flora, candida is free to proliferate.
- Birth control pills and cortisone drugs commonly cause candida overgrowth
as a side effect.
- Over-consumption of sugar and refined carbohydrates greatly affects the
balance of good flora in the intestinal tract. The lack of good quality food
in one’s diet compromises the immune system, which helps yeast and parasites
to flourish.
- Vaginal yeast can be transmitted from an infected partner.
- Higher progesterone levels seem to enhance yeast growth, so women with
candida may see increased symptoms premenstrually or during pregnancy.
How Can One Get Rid of Candida?
- CHANGE the diet to one that will not encourage growth of candida.
Eliminate fruit and fruit juices, sugar, honey, fructose, maple syrup, cheese
and dairy products. Soy sauce, mushrooms, breads with yeast, baked goods, and
peanuts should also be eliminated. Avoid caffeine and alcoholic beverages.
- EAT plenty of vegetables and lean protein. Soups and stews are excellent.
Substitute yeast-free millet bread and gluten-free grains such as corn,
millet, quinoa, and teff. Use Stevia as a sweetener. Snacks should include:
pumpkin seeds (raw), sunflower seeds (raw) and oil-free corn chips. Use raw
almond and raw cashew butter and vinegar-free salad dressings. Granny Smith
apples are the only fruits permitted.
- DRINK plenty of water: at least 1/2 ounce of water per pound of body
weight, every day. For a 130 pound person that would mean 65 ounces, or about
7 tall glasses. Drink herbal teas and sweeten them with Stevia.
- RE-ESTABLISH good flora in your intestinal tract with acidophilus and
bifidus supplementation.
- ENHANCE your digestion with enzymes after each meal.
- CLEANSE your system with herbs that help to reduce Candida.
CandiGONE I
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 2 capsule
Servings per Container: 30
Proprietary Blend
Uva Ursi (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi
Garlic Bulb (Allium sativum **2000 ppm allicin)
Magnesium Caprylate (Caprylic Acid)
Citricidal Extract (Grapefruit Seed & Rind )
Pau D’Arco Root Bark (4:1 extract)
Calcium Undecylenate (Undecylenic Acid)
Barberry Root (Berberis vulgaris alkaloids)
Neem Leaf (Azadirachta indica)
Olive Leaf (Olea europa 18% oleuropein)
Berberine Sulphate
Other Ingredients:
Vegetable cellulose & vegetable capsule
(hypromellose & water).
Directions:
As a dietary supplement take 2 capsules in the morning and two capsules in the
evening
CandiGONE Il
Supplement Facts
Proprietary Blend
Oregano Leaf (Origanum vulgare)
Orange Peel (Citrus sinensis)
Oregon Grape Root (Mahonia auquifolium)
Pau D’Arco Root Bark (Tabebuia heptaphylla)
Cinnamon Bark (Cinnamomum casia)
Clove Bud (Syzgium aromaticum)
Peppermint Leaf (Mentha piperita)
Other Ingredients:
Filtered water & Ethyl Alcohol.
Herb extract at a ratio of 1 gm of herb to 5 ml of water and alcohol. Percent
Alcohol: 45-55%
Directions:
As a dietary supplement take 20 drops in the morning and 20 drops in the
evening.