How to Cure Candida with Acidophilus


by Christopher Wen - Date: 2007-01-12 - Word Count: 429 Share This!

If you are having Candida, you need to know about acidophilus as it might help you with your condition. Lactobacillus acidophilus is a bacterium that is attracted to acid. It is often seen as friendly bacteria because of its helpful characteristics and the importance it has in the function of the body. Acidophilus is found naturally in the intestines and in the vagina, where it protects the body from unhealthy organisms. Acidophilus also has been shown to assist in producing folic acid, niacin, and pyridoxine during digestion.

Research has shown that acidophilus can prevent or stop the growth of Candida. Candidacies normally reside in the intestines, mouth, and genital area. It lives best in warm, moist environments. Hence, this fungus is responsible for an overgrowth of yeast, in the esophagus, mouth, and vagina. If left unattended, it can form into visible, white patches.

Candida of the vagina can cause a white, thick, odorless discharge. Vaginal yeast infections can also cause burning and itching and redness and irritation of the vulva. In addition, a Candida infection can cause discomfort or even pain during urination or during sexual intercourse.

Candida can also be the cause of diaper rash in babies. A yeast diaper rash is caused by the skin being damaged and yeast from the intestines invades the skin. The rash usually occurs after using antibiotics or as the result of a prolonged rash. A yeast rash is red, raised and patchy. A paste made of water and acidophilus applied to the rash can help clear it up. Also, one teaspoon of acidophilus powder can be added to the formula once a day for a baby who is being bottle fed.

Some studies have shown that yogurt containing acidophilus aides in treating vaginal candidacies, or Candida infections. In fact, one study showed that women with recurring yeast infections who eat 8 ounces of yogurt containing acidophilus every day have a great reduction in the occurrence of the infection. Patients have also reported that acidophilus not only helps with Candida, it also helps with diarrhea, urinary tract infections and indigestion.

Acidophilus is found in yogurt and it can also be found in special acidophilus milk. Foods such as carrots, rice starch, bananas, soybeans, garlic and garbanzo beans are also rich in acidophilus. Acidophilus can also be purchased in capsules, powder form, liquids, and tablets at health stores. Some of these acidophilus products found at health stores also contain bifid bacteria, which is another bacterium that is helpful to the body.

So, if you are having this condition, start taking food with acidophilus to help you overcome Candida now!


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