By Sima Ash

Yeast Infection (Candida Albicans)

Yeast infections are caused by the microorganism known as Candida albicans which are a fungal disease. This form of yeast is always present, but changes in the body’s environment (acid/alkaline imbalance, antibiotics, poor nutrition, overconsumption of sugar, birth control pills, hormonal shifts, or compromised immune function) often provide a chance for the yeast to proliferate. Vaginal yeast infections are a common problem for women—with itching, burning, redness and irritation, and a discharge that is usually white or yellowish.

Your health care provider should understand that Candida yeast problems rarely occur alone affecting your health. Most people have multiple physical/emotional/mental health problems which may increase vulnerability to Candida yeast overgrowth. At the same time, Candida yeast infections, increase vulnerability to these other problems. At Healing4soul we recognize and treat the full range of health problems, not just symptoms.

Please take a moment and answer the following questions as your first screening:

If you score is 7 or higher, your health problem is connected to yeast.

Other Holistic Approaches that help prevent and heal Candida yeast infections include:

1. Consume healthy organic foods.
2. Avoid processed foods and “empty calorie” sugar products, grains and alcoholic beverages
3. Avoid foods that are high in yeast such as mushrooms, vinegar, olives, soy sauce and pickles
4. Reduce carbohydrates in your diet.
5. Taking a probiotic that is suited to your body's needs
6. Taking minerals, such as Original Quinton to provide the proper acid/alkaline balance.

Homeopathic Approach

The only way to stop the cycle is to get to the underlying core of the problem rather than just treating the symptoms of a yeast infection, this is a truly holistic approach. The homeopathic remedies listed below can soothe discomfort and help the body overcome infection without the use of toxic medicines. If the symptoms last longer than a week, have offensive-smelling discharge, or is accompanied by fever and a deeper feeling of illness, it is best to seek the advice of your healthcare practitioner since other vaginal infections and sexually transmitted infections have similar symptoms.

Borax: Yeast infections of the vagina with discharge resembling egg white, and a feeling that warm water is flowing out, suggest the use of this remedy. Vaginitis that responds to Borax usually appears midway between the menstrual periods. A person who needs this remedy is often nervous and very sensitive to noise.

Calcarea carbonica: When this remedy is indicated, burning and itching feelings may occur both before and after the menstrual period. Discharge from vaginitis is milky and acrid or thick and yellow. A person who needs this remedy is often chilly and stout, has a craving for sweets, and is easily tired by exertion.

Kali bichromicum: This remedy may be indicated in cases of vaginitis where discharge is yellow and tenacious, and makes the vulva itch and burn. Symptoms may be worse in the morning. The person feels better from resting and keeping warm.

Kreosotum: This remedy is strongly indicated for vaginitis with watery, thin, unpleasant-smelling, very irritating discharge that makes the vulva swell and itch. Symptoms may be worse in the morning and worse when standing up. Infections are more likely to appear before the menstrual period or during pregnancy.

Natrum muriaticum: Vaginitis with discharge resembling egg-white, which itches and makes the vagina feel dry and irritated, is likely to respond to this remedy. A woman who needs this remedy often seems reserved, yet is very emotional inside. A craving for salt and a tendency to feel worse from being in the sun are other indications for Natrum muriaticum.

Pulsatilla: When this remedy is indicated for yeast infections, symptoms may be changeable. A creamy white or yellowish discharge appears, which can be either bland or irritating. The vagina may feel sore, and the labia may itch or burn. The woman will be moody, possibly tearful, wanting a lot of attention and affection. This remedy is often helpful for vaginitis during pregnancy.

Sepia: If yeast infections cause vaginal discharge that is yellow and itchy, or white and curd-like, this remedy may be indicated. A woman needing Sepia often feels worn down and irritable, with cold extremities and a weak or sagging feeling in the pelvic region. Discharge may be more profuse in the morning and increased by walking.

Sulphur: Discharge that looks yellowish, is offensive-smelling, and causes great burning and itching bring this remedy to mind. Symptoms may be aggravated by warmth and bathing.

We recommend several homeopathic products for candida problems and they are available through our store.  Clinical trials have shown the following to be effective in both children and adults. 

• NotaSAN is anti bacterial and when combined with other homeopathic remedies will be incredibly  moreeffective.  
• Eubioflor by GUNA is for relief of symptoms associated with yeast infection.
• Mucan Oral Drops is for treatment of yeast anf dungal infections. 
• Candida Plus is for the temporary relief of symptoms related to Candida albicans infection including nausea, drowsiness, lethargy, confusion, vaginal discharge, sensitivities to foods and mucous congestion.

 To learn more about other natural ways to help with yeast infection call our office to schedule an appointment at (800) 669-0358. WE ARE HERE TO EDUCATE, NOT MEDICATE