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The Fungus Among Us.
By Vince Gomez | October 20, 2009
Millions of people suffer every year from yeast infections. You already know about external yeast infections that affect the sexual organs of both women and men, but I am here today to tell you about other, hidden yeast infections.
Candida albicans is the species of yeast most commonly associated with yeast infections. It is present in about 90% of people, studies have shown. Many of these people don’t have it in their sexual organs, but within their intestinal tract.
Normally people and Candida have a symbiotic relationship. While candida keeps benevolent bacteria in check, the benevolent bacteria within your intestinal tract keep the Candida in check.
On occasion this balance can be disturbed. Many factors can cause such an imbalance. These factors are not limited to but can include:
* unbalanced hormones
* hyperglycemia
* dietary habits
* immunodeficiency
Candida can have the opportunity to grow out of control when the natural balance is disturbed.
A Candida overgrowth can cause many problems. An intestinal yeast infection can often become systemic, if left untreated long enough. Over time candida can develop root like structures called rhizoids. Eventually, these structures will penetrate the intestinal wall.
Once the Candida penetrates the intestinal wall, the yeast infection becomes systemic. The yeast can now attack any organ in the body by traveling through the bloodstream.
Pathogenic candida has been shown to potentially contribute to the following health issues:
* pimples
* Chronic Fatigue
* Cravings for Sugar
* irritable bowel
* Gas
It is necessary to rid your body of Candida for good health. However once the infection becomes systemic it can be extremely difficult to treat.
A quick trip to the pharmacy will reveal many creams, ointments and other treatments for yeast infections of the genitalia. These treatments are however completely useless for systemic yeast infections.
In order to lead a happy and healthy lifestyle, you must rid your body of Candida. You can strengthen your natural defences and kill off the yeast by using a holistic approach. If you want long-term benefits, you can use natural treatments that will leave you feeling healthier and with a general sense of goodwill.
Writer Vince Gomez is a rising researcher in the field of alternative health. His free report on Natural yeast infection remedies is available online.
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