fhorns2001, Does SUPPLEMENTAL vitamin C encourage candida growth? Yes, of course it does. Ascorbic acid is an antibiotic and kills beneficial flora. http://www.naturalnews.com/040147_vitamin_c_ascorbic_acid_synthetic_vitamins.html# REAL Vitamin C - say, from peppers or greens, is very helpful. -Dan   [End]
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Eric, How you would you explain the short-lived relief with certain anti-fungals and pro-biotics? I have read about many sufferers experiencing a few days or weeks of relief followed by relapse and complete ineffectiveness of the specific anti-fungal, pro-biotic, etc. Is this a speedy acquired resistance from the yeast or a possible fail of the immune system? Many thanks! -Dan   [End]
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Eric, Thanks a lot. I’m finding that the difference between the heavy metal toxic individuals and healthy individuals may come down to gut flora as the two below studies suggest. I simply don’t buy the idea of a genetic predisposition to ineffectively excrete heavy metals. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6524959 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/7387196 What are your thoughts on oral chelation via DMPS and DMSA? thanks, Dan   [End]
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Eric, Hello. In your experience, how common is heavy metal toxicity (e.g. mercury, lead, etc.) in candida sufferers? Thanks, Dan   [End]
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fludan.com   [End]
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Not all strains of yeast are susceptible to Nystatin and SF722. What works for one person may not work for then next. But yeah, we all appreciate your condescension and child-like post.   [End]
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If your issue is indeed yeast then Flu may be of some benefit. Some yeasts are resistant to certain anti-fungals (natural and Rx) so it might work great or do nothing at all. If I were you I would do the Flu in combination with good candida diet, pro-ciotics/cultured vegetables, and apolactoferrin. I would also treat it topically/ inside the mouth with a good anti-fungal like gargling powdered Nystatin or another potent anti-fungal. Also, oil pulling works great in my experience. Also, try to get an on-going perscription and not just a few pills. A week or two of flucon is less l ...
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Yes, it’s legit. I’m currently taking Nystatin now that I received from them. I can’t comment on the Fluconazole, just reach out to Fludan and ask.   [End]
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fludan.com (Canada) has both Flu and powerderd Nystatin.   [End]
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Robwein, I myself used to have horrible Seb Derb due to intestinal candidiasis from over prescribed anti-biotics. What is working for is using an anti-fungal pro-biotic bar soap from ”Candida Freedom”. I have recommended this to many people suffering over the last few months. It heals my Facial Seb Derm 100% and about 80% of my dandruff. The bar soap itself is quite expensive (13$) but I plan to continue to use it until I fix my dysbiosis. I know how miserable SB can be, hopefully it works as good for you as it did for me. -Good luck   [End]
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Yup, I should take your advice instead of medical literature, microbiology and MD’s who have treated and cured this condition for decades. thanks.   [End]
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This great news Eric, thanks for all your help. We appreciate it a lot. You know more then anybody how much this community needs the help.   [End]
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At least 81 strains according to John Trowbridge (”The Yeast Syndrome”).   [End]
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Nystatin is very safe and proven effective. The azoles can be toxic but effective. When you comment like this you are potentially discouraging treatment that may offer a cure to individuals.   [End]
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Could you provide a link for the APO? I can only find apo with rice flour in it.....THANKS!   [End]
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Could you procide a link for the APO? I can only find apo with rice flour in it.....THANKS!   [End]
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Remember there are over 80 strains of candida. Some are harder to treat then others. Nobody should tell you Fluconazole is better this and that, etc. How severe is your overgrowth and what strain is effecting you? there are many variables to consider. Some drugs are more toxic then others, Nystatin should be the first Rx of choice IMHO.   [End]
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Make sure your respecting an anti-candida diet (Low starch/sugar). You don’t need a doctors blessings to start an anti-candida protocol. Consider taking lactoferrin with the Diflucan and possibly Ibuprofen to discourage fungal acquired resistance. Are you responding to the nystatin and fluconazole?   [End]
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How safe is apo-lactoferrin long term? I’ve tried regular lactoferrin in the past but it looks like the apo- is the way to go. I will be using nystatin shortly and want to include this in my regimen. Also, what brand of lactoferrin are you using? thanks.   [End]
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I have heard of this before, I believe its used in the testing for SIBO if I remember correctly. A bacterial overgrowth would cause a specific excess of gases. I don’t think there is one for candida. The most reliable candida tests are comprehensive CDSA’s and Candida Immune complexes in the blood. Forget about the candida antibody panel (IgA, IgG, IgM), not reliable.   [End]
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Save your money.   [End]
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Please do post your results. I’d be very surprised if a pro-biotic alone completely cures an individual with a solid candida overgrowth. I will be starting Nystatin shortly and want to use a good pro-biotic in tandem. I may give it shot, once I get passed the price :)   [End]
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Thanks for posting. BTW, How is your experience with taking Prescript-Assist?   [End]
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Britneyyc, Anybody that tells you they’re cured but then says they have to watch what they eat because the yeast will come back is not cured at all. They have simply lowered their intestinal yeast population, but if they ”cheat” it comes right back with a vengeance. Once you have lowered/eliminated your yeast, healed your intestines, and restored your immune function you can return to a normal diet. You can finally eat your sweet potatoes, pineapples, white rice, etc without worries. There are many documented cures in the books, websites, and articles by the MD’s whom successfull ...
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Wow, lots of bad information on this tread. Typically B. Subtilis is well tolerated at low doses, I myself took B. Subtilis for over 4 months with no side effects. However, B. Subtilis is a soil organism and not native to the digestive tract. It will eventually die off by itself in a matter of days/weeks. Also anti-microbials such as oil of oregano, GSE, and garlic will likely kill it as well. B. Subtilis is NOT B. coagulans. If you think you’re dying, go to the hospital. I would give S. Boulardii serious consideration if you have chronic diarrhea and/or Candida. Also, who t ...
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Candida is typically intestinal, oral, and/or genital. What exactly do you plan on zapping?   [End]
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I am interested in those who have successfully used Nystatin for intestinal candidiasis. Which dose specifically has worked best? 2-4 times a day? 500,000 - 1 million units a dose? Are higher doses more fungicidal? I will be adding Nystatin to my regimen shortly and would like some input from those who HAVE USED IT BEFORE. thanks a lot!   [End]
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Mike, Your Seb Derm is likely not hormone related, and it is not a normal condition. I’ve had serious Seb Derm due to my intestinal candida overgrowth (result of anti-biotics). I’ve been keeping my SB under control by using a natural anti-fungal soap by Candida Freedom. Gets rid of 100% of my SB and about 80% of my dandruff. I plan to use this until I fix my intestinal candida overgrowth. -good luck   [End]
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You should take it easy. You’re using a lot of antimicrobials so you’re killing intestinal flora as well. Also, without crushing garlic, it’s completely useless. Why don’t you try enemas with Nystatin? that way your only bombing the yeast.   [End]
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I’ve used tripala many times in the past to treat constipation. Never worked at all for me, ive tried many brands (always tablets, not powder). In the end, candida is causing my IBS and Tripala is not removing any yeast from the colon. You can try it. However i’ve only experienced and heard mediocre results at best   [End]
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http://www.fludan.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1859   [End]
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ThreeLac will help but only short term, Candida will build a resistance in a matter of a few weeks. MMS will not cure intestinal candidiasis. Nystatin is great but you will need a long term prescription. You also need to diet, follow a good anti-candida diet + pro-biotics + anti-fungals (Nystatin). I had great success with ThreeLac for about 3-4 weeks, During this time period I bet the nystatin would work great. Also, its worth noting that you need to put a plan/protocol in place and not just ”bomb” the yeast. It will take some time and consider the die off as well.   [End]
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I have been very slim my whole life (6”1 - 150 lbs). However, I don’t see this as anything significant.   [End]
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I have Seb Derm, This is one of many symptoms caused by my intestinal candidiasis. Currently I am using a soap by ”Candida Freedom” that works great for me. This particular soap is very expensive (13$USD) but in my case well worth it. I use it only on my face and head, 1 bar last me about 2-4 weeks. I have been completely SB free for over 7 months using this. I plan to continue until I fix my intestines. -Good luck -D   [End]
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I have intestinal candidiasis. I have also had colonoscopies. My colon doesn’t look like this. -Dan   [End]
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Its very strong. Buy empty capsules, you can get these at vitimin shoppe and health stores. They are typically made from gelatin. What exactly are you treating?   [End]
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Put the S. Boulardii on the shelf and stick with the Nystatin, you may not have to ever use it. You will nuke the Boulardii if you do at the same time as Nystatin. The conventional salt is probably fine, but I have never used it myself I cannot comment on the stool, candida can only be seen with a microscope but this seems to be common after anti-fungal enemas from what I’ve read. Keep it up and continue to post your progress.   [End]
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Here is a link that might be useful. http://curezone.com/forums/fm.asp?i=2095196 Its common for sea salt to be added to enemas, 1\2 tsp is fine.   [End]
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Twinkl, Make SURE you get tested for as many allergies as possible. Make sure your doctor knows that you suspect food AND environmental allergies due to your many respiratory symptoms. Faith mentions a lot of useful information but you need to address your intestines more then anything. Yeast, Parasites, and h. pylori are causing your intestinal inflammation, malabsorption, intestinal permeability, etc. That’s the root cause, MCS is a symptom. You should start looking into diet and natural anti-microbials such as Oil of oregano, Grapefruit Seed extract, coconut oil, Garlic, ...
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twinkl, I have to ask if you’ve had any allergy tests(food and environmental?) Didn’t know if this was a part of your CDSA you mentioned a while ago. In addition to my MCS I have a wicked dust mite allergy, this is by far my worst allergy (according to the severity and my antibody tests). I work in IT so from time to time I deal with dusty equipment, I had to be very careful. Dusty areas will cause extreme shallow breathing for me. Besides the blood tests, I had a test done for multiple environmental allergies called a ”scratch test” (done topically). I had this done at my doct ...
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I have been on Jarrow’s S. Boulardii + MOS for close to 5 months. I can say that SB is by far the most potent pro-biotic I have taken. It has been working great improving my bowel movements, energy, and sleep. I was initially taking 20-30 billion units a day but now only take less then 5 billion. I have an unusual side effect from taking SB in large doses. I will get extremely painful skin on random body parts, back of arms, thighs, groin, etc. The skin has no signs of inflammation but are extremely painful. I was very excited by all of the initial improvements but cannot keep going ...
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http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/10/03/human-poop-pills-cure-gut-infections_n_4037612.html?utm_hp_ref=mostpopular   [End]
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Yes, I am following a candida diet + S. Boulardii. It absolutely helps but I am far from cured. I am following a low sugar/carb diet but that doesn’t mean carb or sugar free. I’ve found buckwheat and oatbran to be great and safe. Also small amounts of fruits. But of course talk with your MD/ND for more specifics. Colostrum may help you but I wouldn’t count it doing too much. Coconut oil is great, I use it almost everyday. The failsafe diet may help, but like I said, chemicals are not the problem, your intestinal dysbiosis is. Your condition is more on the severe side like mine. ...
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Thanks for the info. I’m not interested in treating my MCS, Candida is the root cause and needs to be treated in order to cure MCS. I am interested what yeast/fungus were present on your CDSA? You need to start a H. pylori/candida protocol as soon as you can. I would also avoid ABX as much as possible, IMO. Dr. Bakker (ND) has a curezone page here as well and is pretty knowledgeable on both candida and H. pylori. I took Levaquin (levofloxacin) and two other broad spectrum ABX for 3 months. It nuked my flora and left me with IBS, MCS, Multiple allergies, skin conditions, ea ...
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twinkl, I have pretty bad chemical sensitivities myself, except I acquired mine almost weeks after a long run with anti-biotics. I am interested in what test you got? Just a CDSA? I’ve read that its wise to do a CDSA on 3 concurrent days for a more accurate read. Also, how much were the tests? Thanks, -D   [End]
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Jorge, Your input and scientific perspective are always appreciated. I know you could be making money with your own website selling protocols/ products but instead you post your knowledge for free. Many thanks.   [End]
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Not all yeast is bad. These are safe and I’ve tried this exact probiotic on many occasions. I found it to be ”okay” and an average pro-biotic. Yeast such as Saccharomyces cerevisiae can be very beneficial against candida. The results are similar to Boulardii.   [End]
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All of your results are normal, including selenium and copper. Are you really posting on here because of 6 grey hairs??? Dr Bakker, What is the best test for mercury/heavy metals in your experience?   [End]
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your adrenals are one place to look. Also, stress had this affect on me.   [End]
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Its common for enzymes to smell urine-like, typically pancreatic enzymes. I’ve had many enzymes that smell similar to this. I recommend enzymes as long as they work for you, I take them with every meal because they help significantly. Bitters is also an option but they didn’t work for me unfortunately.   [End]
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This is a great post. We all need to keep in mind how companies market their products. Its always critical to question everything and DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH!   [End]
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Three and FiveLac are good products, but they cannot fix your yeast issue alone. You should consider the Nystatin, also S. Boulardii is great and is the treatment I’m currently using. You can purchase Nystatin from On-line Canadian pharmacies if you can’t find a good doc. Fluconazole is also available. Make sure you have a good treatment plan in place before you start WWIII in your intestines.   [End]
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Bright, While staying hydrated is extremely important, this will not fix those who are Chronically constipated. Same goes for fiber. Candida Toxins, Methane producing bacteria, etc will slow intestinal transit time, hardening stool leaving you constipated. Stress also plays a role. Once you reduce/eliminate your Candida/SIBO/Gut-Dysbiosis you will regain proper intestinal function and become ”regular”.   [End]
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Distilled water enemas are the most effective and safe way to cleanse the colon in my opinion. DO NOT use the store bought enemas, buy your own enema bucket/bag. Stay away from the stimulant laxatives like Senna. I don’t see why you would have to do it everyday, once you body adjusts to the diet you may be more regular. Also, drinking black coffee can work great. But obviously not recommended at night time.   [End]
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http://www.fludan.com/   [End]
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Eric, Have you found regular coffee consumption to be beneficial or non-beneficial with CRC patients? Thanks a lot!   [End]
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If enzymes don’t help you should be taking Betaine HCL. If your Diarrhea is constant you should NOT be consuming Xylitol, Erithritol, etc. Can I ask why you rotate anti-fungals? you should be sticking with the ones that work for you. You should carefully read the ingredients on your multivitamin as well. Also you should consider food allergies. You are taking way too much stuff on a daily basis to figure out what might be causing harm.   [End]
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I haven’t tried VSL before but 225 billion is great. I wouldn’t take them at the exact same time, probably more beneficial to take them hours apart.   [End]
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The anti-biotics are like a nuclear bomb on your beneficials. I would do the water kefir plus the highest CFU count you can buy.   [End]
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The bucket is great. Simply because you can reuse it as much as you want. Its also very cheap. I imagine you cannot clean the inside of the bags really well. Use distilled water when doing enemas and clean them very well when finished. Enemas are safe and can very useful in my experience.   [End]
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Jorge actually post more clinical studies and research papers then anybody I know.   [End]
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I share dozens of symptoms with the candida community except one I haven’t ever seen on the forums. Sometimes coupled with UTI’s, I will get painful ”patches” of skin around my thighs, butt, and sometimes lower back. They are very painful to the touch and sensitive. There is ZERO signs of inflammation, texture, or redness. The skin LOOKS completely normal but hurts like hell. The ”patches” vary in size but normally no larger then then a dollar bill. I’m inclined to believe this is candida related because it was one of my first symptoms after 3 months straight of broad spectrum anti-b ...
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