Whoa-oa-oa, Candida!

The most common Candida fungus out of 200 known species is Candida albicans, already present in the mouth and gastrointestinal tract in the human body. For the majority of people, especially anyone following a healthy diet, exercise and a supplemental program, Candida rests in the system without being noticed. A weakened immune system, stress, or physical injury can be the incentive for fungus to branch out. There are other factors that collaborate with a weakened immune system to activate the overgrowth of fungus - large amounts of carbohydrates in the diet, yeast products, antibiotics, and other medications.

Certain characteristics of the fungus make the human body a perfect host. The fungus thrives in a warm, moist environment and carry a sticky protein in the cell wall, making it easier to adhere anywhere inside the body. To make matters worse, Science Daily reported, "...Candida strains have evolved and ensured their survival by adapting their genetic makeup to respond to changes in their environment. Candida species are the most common cause of opportunistic fungal infection worldwide."

The fungal infection, Candidiasis, is most often caused by Candida albicans, and ranges from a trivial rash to potentially life-threatening systemic infection, affecting the male and female gender alike. These diseases can infect the skin, hair, nails, eyes, mucous membranes, gastrointestinal tract, respiratory tract, major organs, musculoskeletal system, and genitourinary tract.

Candidiasis is an infection that can be eliminated by antifungals, probiotics, fiber, and a low-carbohydrate diet. The process may take a number of months or a few years depending on the severity of the infection. Dosage and frequency of antifungal use and consistency of the sugar-free diet is monumental in the time it takes to get rid of the infection.

So, if Candida has found a weakness in the body, it will advantageously mount and continue on this path until the decision to start an all-out war against it is made. Remember, it's easier to reign in Candida before it becomes too prolific.

More Fungal Symptoms

There are so many more fungal symptoms than anyone could imagine. Here is a general idea of other chronic illnesses and conditions associated with fungus - arthritis, fibromyalgia, depression, allergies, digestion, respiration, skin diseases, and sick building syndrome.

If you're someone who is still questioning whether or not you have fungus, then maybe you should read a few insightful books from fungal experts. The following books give in-depth information on how a person acquires fungus, how a person feels, and what to do to eliminate fungus:

1) The Fungus Link I, Volume 1, 2nd Series by Doug Kaufmann. The book focuses on Allergies, Arthritis, Digestion, Respiration, Mental Health, Heart Health, Women’s Health, and Pain.

Doug Kaufmann started his medical education in 1969, as a Navy Corpsman in Vietnam, and continued, for the next 28 years, in laboratory, research, and clinical nutrition. He has been the host of 'Know the Cause' which airs on cable and satellite television for over a decade.

2) The Yeast Connection, by William Crook, M.D. In 1978, Dr. Crook was inspired to write about his discoveries. He found people who are healthy, usually show very low background populations of Candida Albicans, a fungal organism that can be found in the digestive tract and vagina. But these populations are kept in check by beneficial bacteria and a proper diet.

Dr. Crook was a pioneer on fungus and the relationship to an adults' chronic health complaints and childrens' learning disorders and hyperactivity.

You can also go to www.bioactivenutrients.com/news/learn-more-fungus/ to read about fungus from published articles in 'Drs. Prescription for Healthy Living' magazine.