Asthma and Candida

Candida and Asthma

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Written by Jeff McCombs

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Candida and asthma occur frequently together as a result of antibiotics and steroid therapies. Antibiotics eliminate the beneficial bacteria flora found in the lungs, intestinal tract, and throughout the body, thereby eliminating the inhibition of  candida colonization. Additionally, antibiotics and steroids temporarily suppress the ability of the immune system to respond to the spread of candida, allowing for unchecked growth. The end result can be a lifelong imbalance that creates discomfort and restriction, and sensitizes the lungs to other allergens.
Asthma is a far too common chronic inflammatory disease of the airways of the lungs with symptoms of wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. Over 24 million Americans and 300 million people worldwide. The chronic inflammation and presence of candida creates sensitivity to many internal and external triggers that cause asthma attacks. Asthma attacks are marked by spasms of the muscles surrounding the airways of the lungs, causing reduced airflow to the lungs. Attacks can last for minutes or days.
Inhaled steroids and intermittent antibiotic use provide temporary relief and ensure the ongoing cycle of inflammation, candida growth, and asthma attacks. The use of both drugs creates further complications through a list of side effects that can number in the hundreds. Adrenal suppression, osteoporosis, cataracts, and glaucoma are common to steroid use. Obesity, diabetes, allergies, cancers, life-threatening colitis, digestive imbalances, and other symptoms and long-term effects are associated with antibiotics. Obesity in children has been linked back to asthma, thus the cycle continues. Both drugs speed candida colonization in the body.

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C1, C2 and CSF Flow

Posted on February 6, 2011 by uprightdoctor

Upright MRI

The picture on the left is from promotional  material for Fonar Corporation’s upright MRI. In this regard, my theory is that humans are predisposed to neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis due to the unique design of the skull, spine and circulatory system of the brain as a result of upright posture. In addition to blood flow, upright posture also changes CSF flow. Besides its added benefit in many other health conditions, when it comes to blood and CSF flow, upright MRI is the wave of the future in brain research.
Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow is called the third circulation of the brain and it is the least understood. CSF production and flow is critical to brain cushioning and protection. In terms of protection CSF is important to brain support to prevent the brain from sinking in the cranial vault. Conversely, excess CSF volume compresses the brain.
CSF comes from arterial blood that has been filtered through the blood brain barrier to the point where it is mostly water. CSF leaves the brain through the venous system. Therefore, backups in the venous drainage system affect cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow and drainage. Although it uses other routes as well, such as cranial and spinal nerves and the lymphatic system, most of the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) produced by the brain eventually makes its way up to the superior sagittal sinus where it empties into the venous system.

Arachnoid Granulations

The superior sagittal sinus, depicted in the graphic image on the right, is the largest dural sinus located at the top of the brain.  The superior sagittal sinus contains arachnoid granulations that act as one way check valves for the flow of CSF from the subarachnoid space to the sinus. Click on the image for a better view. The pulsatile nature and the pressure generated by the CSF outflow through the arachnoid granulations is powerful enough to scour impressions into the roof of the cranial vault.
About sixty percent of the CSF produced in the brain ends up in the spinal cord. Eventually most of the CSF in the spinal cord makes its way back up through the subarachnoid space of the cord and into the subarchnoid space of the brain. From there it travels up to the superior sagittal sinus and arachnoid granulations to exit the brain along with venous blood.
The movement of CSF is driven by cardiovascular waves arising from the heart and blood vessels. During the contraction phase of the heart cycle (systole) pressure in the arteries of the brain increases. The increase in blood pressure drives CSF out of the brain through the upper cervical spine because as blood volume rises CSF volume must decrease. During the relaxation phase (diastole) the pressure drops and CSF enters the cranial vault through the subarachnoid space of the upper cervical spine. In addition, because the veins of the vertebral venous plexus of the spine have no valves, respiratory pressure changes are transmitted to the brain and amplify the cardiovascular waves. In brief, as pressure in the chest cavity drops during inspiration, due to the diaphram moving down and the chest wall moving out, CSF is pulled out of the cranial vault. As pressure in the chest cavity increases during exhalation CSF is driven into the cranial cavity. Thus,  combined cardiorespiratory waves are important to the movement of CSF through the brain and cord.

C1 & C2 Misalignment

The CSF that leaves the brain on its way down to the cord , however, must first pass through the tight neural (spinal) canal of the the upper cervical spine. Likewise, on its return trip back to the brain, it must again pass through the neural canal of the upper cervical spine. Therefore, the upper cervical spine is a critical link in the flow of CSF between the subarachnoid space of the brain and the cord. Under normal circumstances cardiorespiratory waves move CSF through the neural canal of the upper cervical spine unimpeded with good pulsatility and continue to drive it through the subarachnoid space up to the superior sagittal sinus.
Genetic design flaws, such as Chiari malformations, and acquired disorders from injuries or disease can impede the pulsatility and flow of CSF through the upper cervical spine. Restrictions in CSF flow that cause a decrease in its volume, can, in turn, cause Chiari malformations and pressure conus conditions. Furthermore, any condition that restricts CSF flow can lead to hydrocephalus-like conditions. It is therefore important to maintain the correct volume of CSF in order to provide sufficient brain support and protection, as well as to prevent hydrocephalus.
The picture above shows a fairly severe rotational misalignment of the upper cervical spine to the right. Click on the image for a better view. The dart shaped structure in the upper cervical spine is the spinous process of C2. It should be in the midline. The misalignment was caused by a motorcycle accident in which the victim landed on the right side of his head causing his head to snap to the left while simultaneously shifting and twisting his upper cervical spine to the right. Misalignments, such as the one above (due to micro or macro trauma), genetic design flaws (Chiari malformations), diseases (rheumatoid arthritis) and degenerative conditons (aging) of the upper cervical spine can affect the vertebral arteries that supply the brain, as well as the vertebral veins that drain the brain during upright posture. They can also cause deformation of the subarachnoid space and consequently, they can affect CSF flow going into and out of the brain and cord.
While CCSVI treatment can improve venous drainage, which may further relieve hydrocephalic conditions in certain cases, it cannot improve CSF flow through the subarachnoid space of the upper cervical spine. Furthermore, increasing venous drainage of the brain and consequently decreasing CSF volume without a proportionate rise in passive CSF production could compromise brain support causing it to sink in the vault resulting in a condition similar to a pressure conus or Chiari malformation. Over drainage of the brain may thus present problems similar to spinal taps which can cause headaches due to a pressure conus condition following CSF removal. Over drainage is probably less likely in younger cases where the passive CSF pressure gradient and CSF production remains strong. Older patients, on the other hand, may have a lower CSF pressure gradient and thus a decrease in passive production of CSF due to aging of the brain and chronic craniocervical back pressure against the vertebral veins and subarachnoid space.

Candida - the silent epidemic

Candida is nearly an epidemic in our society and is responsible for many of the chronic illness categories we see so frequently.  Candida symptoms are vast and all encompassing and can even incapacitate the individual. 

Most people are unaware that it even exists, because most main stream doctors are uneducated about its impact on our health.  People suffering from this condition often go from doctor to doctor for years and are usually told they are a hypochondriac or that it is stress or a psychiatric problem, before ever discovering the real culprit.

Candida Albicans is a yeast that occurs naturally in the human body, but it is only one type of many different types of fungus that can be problematic. Normally it lives in harmony with a variety of other microorganisms and actually performs a couple important functions.  The problem occurs when something upsets the balance of bacteria in the body and this allows the yeast organism to proliferate and take over all the healthy microorganisms.

It normally resides in the intestinal tract, mouth, throat and genitals, however it can burrow holes in the intestinal tract, enter the blood stream and then make it's way into any organ of the body. To make matters worse it emits over 70 different toxins into the body. Some people may even become allergic to the yeast itself.

Once this hardy organism proliferates in the body, it wrecks havoc in many ways and is the initiator of many common maladies, conditions, syndromes and illnesses in our population.

Some of the most frequent Candida symptoms are:

• abdominal gas and bloating


• headaches


• migraines


• excessive fatigue


• cravings for alcohol


• anxiety


• vaginitis


• rectal itching


• cravings for sweets


• inability to think clearly or concentrate


• hyperactivity


• mood swings


• diarrhea


• constipation


• hyperactivity


• itching


• acne


• eczema


• depression


• sinus inflammation


• pre-menstrual syndrome


• dizziness


• poor memory


• persistent cough


• earaches


• low sex drive


• muscle weakness


• irritability


• learning difficulties


• sensitivity to fragrances and/or other chemicals


• cognitive impairment


• thrush


• athlete's foot


• sore throat


• indigestion


• acid reflux


• chronic pain

One of the most well known forms of yeast is the vaginal yeast infection.However, it may play a role in just about any mental health condition or chronic illness you can think of. Yeast overgrowth is considered to be a leading contributor in alcoholism, anxiety disorders, asthma, irritable bowel syndrome, addisons disease, mcs - multiple chemical sensitivities, crohns, autism, cfs - chronic fatigue syndrome, leaky gut syndrome, pms, endometriosis,fms - fibromyalgia syndrome, prostatitis, attention deficit disorder, multiple sclerosis, asthma, food allergies, muscle and joint pain, clinical depression, repeated urinary tract infections, hormonal imbalances, migraines, digestive disturbances, difficult menopause psoriasis, lupus, chronic pain, tourette's, vulvodynia, rheumatoid arthritis and many more.

Men may like to read the Candida symptoms in males section for additional information about some of the unique aspects that apply to them, but be sure to return back here for the majority of material is found here.

The brain is the organ that is most frequently affected by Candida Symptoms, but it also has profound negative effects on these systems:

• digestive


• nervous


• cardiovascular


• respiratory


• reproductive


• urinary


• endocrine


• lymphatic


• musculoskeletal

Candida symptoms can vary from one person to another and often move back and forth between systems within the same individual.  One day you may experience symptoms in the musculoskeletal system and the next day it could be the digestive system ,etc.

Reducing Candida Symptoms


There are a variety of causes of candida, but the two leading contributors are a diet high in sugar and refined foods and the overuse of antibiotics.

First and foremost you want to refrain from taking antibiotics unless it is absolutely necessary.  Try to find other healthy alternatives to infections etc., but of course there may be times when it can’t be avoided.  If you must take an antibiotic for some reason, you should always be sure to take an acidophilus supplement during the course of the treatment.  This will help keep healthy bacteria present in your body. 

Taking a good probiotic on a daily basis is one of the best defenses against yeast overgrowth and it promotes a healthy colon.

The second most important factor in reducing Candida symptoms is to follow a Candida diet.  A diet high in sugar is a haven for yeast. It's crucial to  eliminate sugars and refined foods to reduce overgrowth.  Initially even fruits and high carbohydrate foods may need to be eliminated and then reintroduced to the diet later as you get better.  Meat, eggs and low carbohydrate vegetables are what is best to stick with and a small amount of nuts, seeds and low sugar fruit. If you need some ideas on what to eat, you may enjoy the Candida diet recipes page.

Most people with yeast overgrowth are also suffering from nutritional deficiencies and correcting your deficiencies can help you in your battle over Candida symptoms.

Some of the most effective and popular natural health approaches used in the treatment of Candida symptoms include oxygen based products like food grade hydrogen peroxide, caprylic acid, oregano oil, garlic, taheebo tea, grapefruit seed extract and colloidal silver. Prescription based antifungals like Nystatin, Diflucan or Nizoral may be obtained by a physician, but carry a few risks.

It is also essential to keep your home environment healthy and not-toxic.  Chemicals weaken the immune system and if the immune system is weak this also allows the yeast to proliferate.  So keeping your home chemical free by using non-toxic and natural cleaning supplies, personal care products etc. will help your body stay stronger.

A good holistic Candida cleanse is the most powerful way to relieve symptoms and improve your health.

Many people find the use of a good colon cleanse like enemas to be helpful in eradicating or reducing their symptoms.  These can be either plain water, or mixed with Nystatin or acidophilus.   Good colon health is crucial for reducing yeast overgrowth.

Nystatin is a prescription drug that can be obtained from a physician.  It is a non-toxic drug that is not absorbed into the blood stream and is very helpful with yeast in the mouth and gastrointestinal tract.  It can also be used as a douche if you are experiencing vaginal itching from yeast.

One very popular treatment product is called Threelac. You may want to read my review and experience with this product before trying it yourself.

There are many different treatment approaches and products on the market today and this can be very confusing. To make things more difficult, not all practitioners treating this condition have a well rounded picture of what's needed for success. It's important that you have a thorough understanding of the complexities of Candida yourself and the most effective way to approach treatment before trying any particular remedy. By randomly choosing products without understanding the true nature of this beast it can actually hinder your progress in eliminating yeast overgrowth. If you're looking for a quick read that will cover all the bases for you and get you on the right path from the very start, you may want to take a look at"Candida Secrets."

During any treatment approach most people experience a temporary worsening of symptoms called
die off. This is a normal part of the healing process, however it can be overwhelming and steps should be taken to minimize the negative effects.

Do You Have Candida?

There are a variety of Candida tests that practitioners use to diagnose yeast overgrowth, that may include stool tests, blood tests, live blood cell tests, etc., but the truth is that none of these tests are really reliable. They may or may not detect an infection of Candidiasis.

The simple most effective way to know if you have a yeast problem is by your symptoms. The very best and most accurate test to identify yeast overgrowth is the written questionnaire that you can find in Dr. Crook's book called "The Yeast Connection."

Another very popular test that many natural health practitioners use is called the "spit test." However, I would like to point out that some health practitioners do not feel this test is reliable. It has a high rate of false negatives and false positives. Personally, I do not advocate the spit test, but you will find other practitioners who stand behind it whole heartedly. So, I am going to provide the directions below in case you're interested, but please be aware of its potential limits. Here's how you do it:

As soon as you wake up in the morning before you put anything in your mouth, get a glass of water in a clear glass that you can see through. Don't use tap water.

Collect saliva in your mouth with your tongue and spit it into the glass.

Now keep an eye on your saliva in the glass for the next 15 minutes and observe what it does.

According to advocates of this method, if you see any of the following, then it indicates the presence of yeast colonies:

• Your saliva stays at the top and you see thin strands that look like strings or spider legs extending downward.


• Your saliva floats to the bottom and looks cloudy.


• Your saliva is suspended in mid-air and looks like little specs are fl

is Huntingdon's Disease another misdiagnosis

About Upper Cervical Chiropractic

Precision Upper Cervical adjusting is a little-known chiropractic procedure that corrects the position of the top vertebrae of the spine, the atlas and/or axis. By correcting the tilt, shift or rotation of these vertebrae, the body is able to more overcome the affects or completely eliminate many different conditions. The atlas is a single, 2 oz. doughnut-shaped vertebra at the top of the spine. Trillions of nerve fibers from the brainstem travel through the small opening in atlas and flow down into the spinal column. Because of the smallness of the opening and because of the atlas’ close proximity to the brain stem, if the atlas has moved out of the position even a fraction of a degree, two very serious things can result.

Body Imbalance

When the atlas and/or axis are out of their proper position, the head moves off center of the body. This creates body imbalance from head to toe. More weight shifts to one side of the body than. the other. If these vertebrae are also rotated out of position, they can twist your entire spinal structure, including the pelvis, so that one leg becomes shorter than another. (See illustrations.) Not having your atlas corrected to restore body balance is like continuing to drive a car that is misaligned. Your tires are going to wear out prematurely. You can keep replacing the tires, but unless you have the car aligned, you’ll just be wasting your money. The same thing is true for headaches or ADD or hundreds of other conditions that have been known to respond well to Upper Cervical health care. You can keep taking medication, but if your atlas is out of its proper position and causing the problem, it’s not going away until you get your atlas corrected and body balance restored

Restriction or Distortion of Brain Messages to Different Parts of the Body

The second serious result of an atlas and/or axis being out of position is the restriction or distortion of critical messages from the brain to all parts of the body. Every cell, organ or tissue that is not receiving adequate nerve energy and communication from the brain will suffer and degenerate. Example: Ball your hand into a fist. This represents your head. Extend your index finger as if you are pointing at someone. Your index finger represents your body. Take a rubber band and wrap it tightly around your index finger at the base of the finger where it is attached to your hand. The rubber band represents your atlas which is wrapped around the spinal cord right near the brain stem and has moved out of its proper position. Wait a few minutes. Your entire finger begins to turn white and blue due to the circulation being cut off by the rubber band. You can massage your finger to restore circulation. You can inject a syringe with pain medication to stop the pain. In severe cases you can cut off the finger to erase the pain. However, only the symptoms of the problem have been addressed, not the cause. The rubber band is the cause. The same thing is true for an atlas that has moved out of its proper position. It can constrict or distort proper brain messages to organs and limbs throughout the body. Your feet may hurt or you may be having kidney problems, not the cause of the problem may not be in those »areas at all but in your neck where » misaligned atlas is restricting or distorting brain messages to areas throughout the body. If your atlas remains out of position for years, degeneration of organ, muscle and cell tissue results. Over time, that could be serious, since in many conditions, pain is the last symptom to occur to indicate a problem exists.

Now. Here’s the Good News!

Repositioning the top vertebrae of the spine brings healing!

Here’s How!

The repositioning of the atlas vertebrae is done by hand or by instrument. Depending on the doctor’s technique, it feels like a light tap, a brisk thrust, or a soft massage at the side of the neck as the atlas is moved precisely back into its correct position. It is completely “underwhelming.” There is no twisting of the neck. Patients are often surprised how anticlimactic it is until, over a period of time, they feel their bodies healing. The procedure cures nothing. It simply restores body balance and brain-to-body communication so that organs. limbs and tissues can resume normal functioning The body can now self-heal. That is why we see many different conditions responding to the same procedure. However, too many of us wait too long to get our atlases corrected. This is mainly due to ignorance of the vital role the atlas plays in the health of the entire body throughout life. It is becoming increasingly clear that parents should have their children’s atlas examined as soon after birth as possible and have periodic atlas checkups throughout their lives. Countless problems could be avoided entirely. A rightly positioned atlas is so fundamental to good health, children to grandparents need to get their atlases examined now.

UK based Hilary Kingston Candida help

	What is Candida ? Candida is an overgrowth of a yeasty-fungus. However, most people relate to Candida through it's symptoms. Often covering many different systems within the body, Candida symptoms can be debilitating, frustrating and very stubborn. Even on strict Candida diets, which are not always appropriate or necessary, Candida can be erradicated and we work together to combat Candida. Candida symptoms and associated conditions we see mostly commonly are: Bloating, fibromyalgia, muscle aches, fatigue, rashes, thrush, cystitis, eczema in babies, eczema in children and adults, asthma, dry skin, acne in teenagers, adult acne, bags under the eyes, food intolerances, coated tongue, oral thrush, weight gain, post-viral fatigue, severe fatigue, lack of focus, poor memory, loss of concentration, brain fog, PMS, menstrual irregularities, athletes foot, fungal infections, reflux, wind, flatulence, indigestion, constipation, ADHD, chronic fatigue, sinus problems, catarrah, glue ear, behavioural problems, learning difficulties,  depression, feeling like a cloud is hanging over you, lack of get up and go, lack of vitality or zest for life, infertility, low sperm count, poor sperm mobility, cell changes, cancer, prostate enlargement, sore throats, dry cough, flu's and persistent or re-occurring colds, celllulite, cravings for certain foods.			Welcome to www.Candida-Help.com        Do you have thrush, eczema, rashes, bloating, sinusitis, acne, fatigue, depression ?If you so, you may have Candida. If you are new to the subject of Candida or trying to find help for what you think may be Candida - Welcome! We aim to help you as effectively and quickly as possible so that you can be free of your symptoms. Here is a bit of background. Hilary Kingston, (Blog: hilarykingston.com) is one of the UK's leading Nutritionists with a vast expereince in Candida and has helped over 6,000 people in London's corporates with Candida symptoms for over 16 years. She founded ThinkNutrition in 1996 and is committed to helping people who really need help and many who are desperate and who just can't seem to get the help from anywhere else.  She has a clinic in Harley Street and Portland Place , W1 and in Leicester to help people in the Midlands area. Whilst helping so many people with similar Candida symptoms, she discovered common links physically, biochemically and emotionally which began to be common to Candida sufferers. Although every case is completelly individual, Hilary's vast knowledge and skill base can help to discover the contributing factors and therefore the root cause of your Candida. Hilary is highly trained in skills to look at these deeper issues as a Kinesiologist, Theta Healer and Reiki Master.See Testimonials Hilary's committment to you is to help your Candida to go, for good. This may entail you having a consultation, tests, certain supplements or going deeper to look at why certain stresses affect you and lead to Candida. Whatever the course of action you need to follow, Hilary will help you and guide you through to a successful outcome. In this website you will find some basic information and help, please do contact us and Hilary will guide you to the appropriate course of action, so include some details and fill in the Candida Form here. Contact us for news on an amazing new product which kils Candida in minutes. It has its own Patent and is FDA approved.Call Today 0203 538 3216

this is a must read-Atlas misalignment + MRI images

because my blood flow returns intermittently to the left side of my face, I stumbled across the following. Which is a must read, for those interested in the Atlas and it's misalignment, because this study is really interesting


http://www.ucrf.org/files/UCRFProjectBroLG.pdf

Candida causes depression

at is Candida ?

Candida is an overgrowth of a yeasty-fungus. However, most people relate to Candida through it's symptoms. Often covering many different systems within the body, Candida symptoms can be debilitating, frustrating and very stubborn. Even on strict Candida diets, which are not always appropriate or necessary, Candida can be erradicated and we work together to combat Candida.

Candida symptoms and associated conditions we see mostly commonly are: Bloating, fibromyalgia, muscle aches, fatigue, rashes, thrush, cystitis, eczema in babies, eczema in children and adults, asthma, dry skin, acne in teenagers, adult acne, bags under the eyes, food intolerances, coated tongue, oral thrush, weight gain, post-viral fatigue, severe fatigue, lack of focus, poor memory, loss of concentration, brain fog, PMS, menstrual irregularities, athletes foot, fungal infections, reflux, wind, flatulence, indigestion, constipation, ADHD, chronic fatigue, sinus problems, catarrah, glue ear, behavioural problems, learning difficulties,  depression, feeling like a cloud is hanging over you, lack of get up and go, lack of vitality or zest for life, infertility, low sperm count, poor sperm mobility, cell changes, cancer, prostate enlargement, sore throats, dry cough, flu's and persistent or re-occurring colds, celllulite, cravings for certain foods.