subject: How To Cope With Candida Infection [print this page] Candida infection - also recognized as candidiasis or just "Candida" - is a frequently misdiagnosed disease which makes it difficult to live the life you want to live. Many health experts suggest that chronic candidiasis may be a major health problem for a large percentage of people in the U.S. It's a fact - symptoms like fatigue, digestive problems, vaginal infections and headaches are now more common than many of us can imagine.
Candida infection can manifest itself when your intestinal microflora gets out of balance. This happens when Candida albicans - a yeast like organism present in all human beings - grows out of control and overwhelms the beneficial bacteria such as acidpohlius and bifidus. This has a negative impact on our overall wellbeing as Candida albicans can multiply unregulated and produce a number of different toxins. The result is a vast array of seemingly unrelated symptoms like excessive fatigue, vaginal and penile yeast infections, migraines and headaches, rash, a combination of digestive problems such as bloating, constipation or diarrhea and other symptoms that are hard to explain by the average doctor.
Who is at risk from Candida? Mostly people who have taken significant amounts of antibiotics. Recent studies have also shown that other common causes of candidiasis include using birth control pills, lowered immunity, unhealthy diet high in processed foods and sugar and stress.
In learning how to cope with Candida, it is important to discuss with a healthcare provider to find out what type of treatment regimen is appropriate. The typical Candida cleansing usually consists of taking anti-fungals and probiotic supplements to restore the balance in the intestinal tract. Sometimes it is also advised to follow a Candida diet. To put it simply, eat healthy foods, take broad spectrum antibiotics only when its necessary, and avoid stress as much as possible. Follow these recommendations and keep your intestinal flora balanced. It is your first step towards vibrant health.
