Candida Infection Can Steal Your Vitality

Author: James Schreiber
Published: January 04, 2011 at 12:49 pm
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Chronic Candida infection – also known as yeast infection, candidiasis or simply "Candida“ – can compromise your physical, mental and spiritual capacities in many different ways, one moment at a time.

This little known and frequently misdiagnosed condition causes a combination of symptoms that most conventional doctors can’t readily explain – crippling fatigue, indigestion, memory problems, headaches, recurring vaginal infections, rash and itching.

Candida infection is an overgrowth of a yeast-like organism called Candida albicans, which is naturally present in human bodies. This condition is a bacterial imbalance where Candida cells grow out of control, overwhelm the beneficial bacteria in the gut and produce many different toxins that may affect your health on all levels. The result is a fight, and your body is the prize.


Symptoms of Candida infection

Candida is a chronic disease that can manifest itself with a broad range of different symptoms – some of them are listed below:

  • Depleted energy
  • Recurring vaginal or penile yeast infections
  • Digestive problems
  • Headaches, migraines
  • Rashes on the skin and/or in the mouth
  • Itching
  • Adult onset allergies
  • Memory problems
  • Cravings for sugar
The duration and severity of the aforementioned symptoms depend on a case by case basis. In certain cases it may be even impossible to bring an income or to maintain a relationship. Candida infection can be usually caused by prolonged antibiotic use, nutritional deficiencies and the use of birth control pills and/or steroids.

Prevention and treatment of Candida infection

Candida overgrowth could be easily prevented with awareness and the use of probiotics. Those who suffer from this condition have a number of treatment options to choose from – including anti-fungals use, probiotic supplementation and a balanced diet high in vegetables and wholefoods.

Living with Candida infection can be somewhat galling as conventional medicine still doesn’t recognize it as a viable diagnosis. Unfortunately, there is a huge void between western and holistic medicine - and many people are suffering because of it. Systemic candidiasis can create many problems in the body and you can learn more about this condition by finding a doctor familiar with alternative and complementary approaches.

 
 

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Article Author: James Schreiber

James Schreiber is the editor and contributor for several natural health blogs and websites. You can find information on natural remedies for Candida albicans - including its symptoms, causes and self-help coping tips at eCANDIDA.COM

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