Are you one of the millions of people affected by chronic candidiasis—the yeast syndrome? Often mistaken for other maladies, the yeast syndrome can lead to headaches, sore muscles, general fatigue, low resistance to colds and viruses, and other problems in both men and women.

Of the two most common prescription treatments, one can inflict severe liver damage and the other is safe but of only limited effectiveness. Fortunately, there are potent natural alternatives. They’re clearly explained here by Dr. Michael T. Murray, co-author of the bestselling Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine. You will learn how to:

·Determine if you suffer from candida yeast syndrome

·Follow Dr. Murray’s seven step program for combating candidiasis

·Adjust you daily diet to control candida growth

·Supplement your meals with nourishing vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants

·Strengthen your immune system to help resist candidiasis and many other invasive disorders

·And much more!

Discover how to overcome yeast syndrome and keep it from coming back—naturally!

As a consultant to the health food industry, Dr. Murray has been instrumental in bringing many effective natural products to North America, including:

·Glucosamine sulfate

·St. John's wort extract

·Ginkgo biloba extract

·Silymarin

·Enteric coated peppermint oil

·Saw palmetto berry extract

For the past twenty years, Dr. Murray has been compiling a massive database of original scientific studies from the medical literature. He has personally collected over 50,000 articles from the scientific literature which provide strong evidence on the effectiveness of diet, vitamins, minerals, glandular extracts, herbs, and other natural measures in the maintenance of health and the treatment of disease. It is from this constantly expanding database that Dr. Murray provides the answers on health and healing. According to Dr. Murray: "One of the great myths about natural medicines is that they are not scientific. The fact of the matter is that for most common illnesses there is greater support in the medical literature for a natural approach than there is for drugs or surgery."

Unfortunately, many people are not aware of the natural approach that can put them on the road to lifelong health. Michael T. Murray, N.D. has dedicated his life to educating physicians, patients, and the general public on the tremendous healing power of nature. In addition to his books, which have cumulative sales of over two million copies, Dr. Murray has written thousands of articles, appeared on hundreds of radio and TV programs, and lectured to hundreds of thousands of people nationwide.

Before You Read On

1. An Overview of Chronic Candidiasis (the Yeast Syndrome)

The Yeast Syndrome
What Causes Chronic Candidiasis?
A Vicious Cycle
The Candida Questionnaire
Diagnosis of the Yeast Syndrome
The Comprehensive Stool and Digestive Analysis
Measuring Antibody or Antigen Levels
Syndromes Related to the Yeast Syndrome
Final Comments

2. Antibiotics and the Yeast Syndrome

Dependence Upon Antibiotics
Alternatives to Antibiotics
Bladder Infections
Antibiotics and Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
Treating Upper Respiratory Infections Naturally
Acne
Final Comments

3. Enhancing Digestive Secretions

The Pancreas
Final Comments

4. Dietary Factors

Sugar and the Yeast Syndrome
Milk and Dairy Products
Mold- and Yeast-Containing Foods
Food Allergies
Signs and Symptoms of Food Allergies
Other Factors Triggering Food Allergies
Diagnosis of Food Allergy
Dealing with Food Allergies
The Candida Control Diet
Final Comments

5. Nutritional Supplementation

Taking a High-Quality Multiple Vitamin and Mineral Supplement
Taking Extra Antioxidants
Taking One Tablespoon of Flaxseed Oil Daily
Final Comments

6. Enhancing Immunity

What Is the Immune System?
Immune Function and Chronic Candidiasis
Restoring Proper Immune Function
The Influence of Mood and Attitude on Immune Function
The Influence of Lifestyle on Immune Function
Diet and Immune Function
Poor Diet Resulting in Nutrient Deficiency
Enhancing Thymus Gland Activity
Plant-Based Medicines
Final Comments

7. Promoting Detoxification

The Importance of the Liver
The Liver and Immune Function
Damage to the Liver and Chronic Candidiasis
Supporting the Liver
Supporting Detoxification by Promoting Elimination
Final Comments

8. Probiotics

Historical Perspective
Available Forms of Probiotics
Principle Uses of Probiotics
Promoting a Healthy Intestinal Environment
Post-Antibiotic Therapy
Fructo-Oligosaccharides
Final Comments

9. Natural and Prescription Anti-Yeast Agents

Natural Anti-Yeast Agents
Prescription Anti-Yeast Therapies
Final Comments

10. Special Concerns for Women: Vaginal Yeast Infections, Vulvodynia, and Premenstrual Syndrome

Vaginal Yeast Infections
Vulvodynia
Premenstrual Syndrome
Final Comments

11. Putting It All Together

References
Index