Candida weakens the immune system

What is Candidiasis?    FAQ’S Regarding Candida Infestation
Yeast is a DIMORPHIC ORGANISM, meaning it can exist in two shapes and forms simultaneously.

- One form is a yeast-like state that is a NON -INVASIVE, sugar fermenting organism.
- The other form is a  FUNGAL form that produces very long root-like structures called           
RHIZOIDS, that can penetrate the mucosa and is INVASIVE.
WHAT MAKES YEAST OVERGROWTH BAD?
Actually, in its yeast form it is beneficial.  We all have this form of yeast in our bodies.  The yeast population
should be low and indiscernible (no overt symptoms or cloudy saliva).
“Friendly” bacteria and a healthy immune system prevent this yeast from becoming an infectious
fungus.
It is when our bodies lose their proper immune protection, or the intestinal pH is
altered unfavorably, that the organism can change from the yeast form to the fungal
form.
When this happens, the now-parasitic fungal form penetrates the gastrointestinal mucosa and  breaks down the
boundary between the intestinal tract and the rest of the circulation in our bodies.  This allows partially digested
dietary proteins to travel into the bloodstream, where they exert a powerful antigenic (antibody stimulating)
assault on the immune system.


It has been unofficially estimated that a startling 80% of the population may have  
                            Candidiasis  that is out of control!

WHAT CAUSES THE CHANGE  FROM GOOD TO BAD?
There are many theories.  Most Medical Professionals concur that the conversion happens due to some sort of
attack on our immune systems—either prolonged antibiotic use, taking steroids or oral contraceptives      on a
regular basis, or a high sugar diet.  It could be a combination of these.  It is also conjectured that     Candida
increases its numbers during periods of stress and lowered  Immune states.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF A CANDIDA INFESTATION?
When yeasts multiply unchecked, they put out toxins which circulate throughout the
body, weakening the immune system.
The Candida (yeasts and fungus) become more abundant when your resistance has
been lowered due to nutritional deficiencies, allergies, infection, or some other
debilitating cause.
The fact that Candida can rob the body of its nutrition and poison the tissues with it
toxins is a major contribution, directly or indirectly to the following list of serious
conditions:
Adrenal/Thyroid Failure               Poor Memory                       Indigestion           Colds / FluPMS Symptoms           Bad Breath                                     Insomnia                          Gas / Bloating              Puffy Eyes
                                  Irritability           Mood Swings                  Ulcers          Muscle Aches
Lethargic/Laziness                  Anti - Social                   Constipation / Diarrhea          Chemical Sensitivity

Cold / Shaky                 Vaginal Yeast                   Respiratory Problems                              Dry & Itchy Skin
Colitis          Menstrual Problems            Colon Cancer                        

Allergies                  Hormone Imbalance         Diabetes                

Low Blood Sugar             FATIGUE (Chronic)      Cystitis                    

Heartburn                      Epstein Bar Virus            Food Cravings         Burning Eyes            

Thrush / Reseding gums                                               Dry Mouth
Infections          Asthma        lupus    Intestinal Pain                             

Headaches                  Depression
Skin Rashes & Hives            Hiatus Hernia              Over & Under Weight        Finger/Toenail Fungus

Once infecting the body, Candida Albicans (also called "Monilia" or "Thrush") can initially cause vaginal itching,
swelling, soreness, burning urination and a white, cheesy discharge.
Dr. Martin H. Zwerling, M.D., in an article published in the South Carolina Medical Association Journal told of an "incurable"
patient who was being treated by several specialists:
"Her gynecologist is treating for recurrent Vaginitis and irregular menstrual periods.....     while an
Otolaryngologist is trying to control her external Otitis and chronic Rhinitis. At the same time, her internist is
unsuccessfully attempting to manage symptoms of bloating, indigestion and abdominal pain, and a
Dermatologist is struggling with bizarre skin rashes, hives and psoriasis. Lastly, her Psychiatrist has been
unable to convince the patient that her 'nerves' are the cause of her extreme irritability, inability to concentrate
and depression. Some doctors would label such a patient as "Psychosomatic" and since there is "nothing
physically wrong", the doctors might conclude that they cannot cure her."
                               Incurable? Not if you THINK YEAST!
This patient and thousands like her are suffering from Chronic Candidiasis. Some of the sickest
patients seen in private practice have a problem with Candida Albicans and will respond to treatment.

Some doctors theorize that Candida or other systemic fungal infections may cause or at least contribute to the
development of disease. It makes sense.
A widespread Candida infection plays havoc on the Immune System. Not only does the Immune System
become overwhelmed and worn out from fighting it, but the Candida (or other pathogens) excrete
toxins that further weaken and harm the body.
THIS IS IMPORTANT TO THINK ABOUT AND UNDERSTAND....      
The major waste product of Candida is Acetaldehyde, which produces Ethanol. Ethanol can
cause excessive fatigue, and reduces strength and stamina. In addition, it destroys enzymes
needed for cell energy, and causes the release of free radicals that can damage DNA.
Ethanol makes it difficult to absorb Iron. This reduces one of the most important Oxygen supports in
the blood (Iron), and makes it difficult for your body to Oxygenate fully. And you know what may happen
when your body can't Oxygenate well!!!
If there is a systemic Candida Infestation in the body it should be corrected........
          There is a simple test to help you determine if you have Candida overgrowth.
SIMPLE  CANDIDA TEST.......Here is a saliva test that is a good indicator of Candida.

When you awake in the morning, before you put anything into your mouth,
work up some saliva and spit it into a clear glass of water.  You may want to
spit in the glass 3 or 4 times, just make sure you have enough saliva in the
glass to cover the surface of the water.  You want to observe the reaction of
the saliva in the glass about every few minutes for up to 30 minutes. If there
are strings coming down from your saliva, if the water turned cloudy, or if
your saliva sank to the bottom, you probably have Candida!

(You may want to put out a glass of water in the bathroom or on the
nightstand the night before you wish to do the test just to remind yourself
not to brush your teeth prior to spitting into the glass.)

(Yes, we have seen people test negative for yeast with this test.  If you do
NOT have a yeast concern, your saliva should stay at the top of the glass
and will eventually dissipate.)




A few reports implicate the role of fungi in causing leukemia. In 1999 Meinolf Karthaus, MD, watched three
different children with leukemia suddenly go into remission upon receiving a triple anti fungal drug cocktail for
their "secondary" fungal infections.
In 1997 Marc Bielski stated that leukemia, whether acute or chronic, is intimately associated with the yeast,
Candida Albicans, which mutates into a fungal form when it overgrows.
Milton White, MD. believed that cancer is a chronic, infectious, fungus disease. He was able to find fungal spores
in every sample of cancer tissue he studied.
Even if you believe this to be only MINUTELY correct, you have
NOTHING to loose by getting rid of the Candida infestation.
Author Doug Kaufmann asserts that fungi in foods may play a role in cancer. He has seen children become free
of their documented leukemia once the child's parents simply changed the child's diet. Kaufmann's diet is base
on the widely published problem of mycotoxin contamination of our grain foods.

In a report released by the CBC states that cancer is the LEADING cause of death in CHILDREN under the age of
9.
Antibiotics destroy the normal, protective gut bacteria, allowing intestinal yeast and fungi to
grow unchecked. Resulting in Candida overgrowth. This can lead to Immune Suppression,
symptoms of any Autoimmune Disease, or even cancer.
Antibiotics are necessary but when a person is on them for prolonged usage it causes Immune Suppression.  SO WHEN A PERSON CAN COME OFF ANTIBIOTICS THEY SHOULD FURTHER HELP THEIR BODY BY MAKING
SURE THE CANDIDA IS UNDER CONTROL!!!!!  THAT IS ALL IT TAKES. Test yourself and if you have a Candida
infection ...... ADDRESS IT ... FIGHT IT..... AND REGAIN YOUR HEALTH TOTALLY!!!!!
"If the onset of any symptom or disease, cancer included, was preceded by a course of antibiotics," Kaufmann
says, "then look for a Fungus to be at the root of your problem."
Depending if you have a Systemic Candida Infestation or just a local problem you have to realize that it
took your body a time to develop the yeast problem,  so it will take a little time to get rid of it. Patience
is a virtue!!!
       REMEMBER THINGS TAKE TIME AND IF YOU GO SLOW AND EFFICIENT IT IS EASIER             
             FOR THE HEALING BODY THAN IF YOU CREATE A HUGE HEALING CRISIS!!

 CANDIDA can survive even if part of the cell is taken away, so you MUST irradicate the yeast.....
IF you test positive PLEASE think about taking action to irradiate your yeast infection BEFORE it
moves             throughout your body.
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CANDIDA INVOLVMENT WITH THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

Does candida affect the immune system or does a weakened immune system
affect candida?

That question is a little like the old  chicken or the egg question.
The answer is yes, to both parts because candida is often a byproduct of a
weakened immune system but candida also can create a weakened
immune system.

How Candida Can Weaken a Healthy Immune System
Did you know that 40%-60% of your immune cells are located in your intestinal track?  That makes them
vulnerable to anything affecting the intestinal tissues.

When the yeast-like Candida albican organisms living in your intestinal track begins rapidly reproducing they
also start producing more and more  toxins.  Each yeast cell produces more than 75 substances that are known
to be toxic to humans, so the more yeast cells there are, the more poisons there are being pumped into your
body.

Toxins put your immune system on red alert.  Your immune system begins working harder and harder to try
and  eliminate the poisons but the toxins just keep coming,  making each part of your immune system weak and
weary, no longer able to keep up with the continued onslaught.  As a result, you begin to experience the
multitude of candidiasis symptoms and at the same time make yourself vulnerable to other health problems.

If your candida progresses to the point where you develop leaky gut syndrome, the problem becomes even
more serious.  When the candida reaches an advanced state, its roots become almost spear like and create tiny
holes in the intestinal walls.  Now you have toxins leaking directly into the bloodstream and are in danger of
developing systemic candida, a serious medical condition affecting the entire body.  At this point, your immune
system is fighting a grave battle.

How Candida Affects An Already Weakened Immune System
If your immune system is already weakened from poor nutrition, stress, use of antibiotics, birth control pills or
other medications, AIDS/HIV, diabetes, or some other illness, candida is a common result.  Because your body
is less able to fight off the multiplying yeast cells, the candida cells act like naughty children whose parents
have gone away – they’re simply out of control.  They multiply rapidly, coating the intestinal tract and
smothering out organisms that are meant to keep a healthy balance of microorganisms in your body.   For
people with weakened immune systems, a candida infection can quickly turn life threatening if it passes to the
vital organs.

THERE IS NO MORE EFFICIENT METHOD OF AIDING THE STRESSED IMMUNE SYSTEM OTHER THAN THE
NATURAL MOLECULE CALLED GLUTATHIONE ........