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DESCRIPTION
Fungus refers to a type of organism that lives on all of us. Usually this organism is harmless most of the time, but sometimes, when conditions are just right, it can cause a problem. The problem is called a fungal infection. Although some people may be embarrassed when they get this type of infection, a fungus rarely spreads below the skin or mucous membranes and it's usually easy to treat and eliminate.
Lots of people, including children, get fungal infections. Children love to share and hang out together, which makes the likelihood of a fungal infection spreading to other children and or adults. Some of these infections are extremely contagious, which means they easily spread from person to person. Touching someone that has tinea, or doing something as simple as sharing a comb or hairbrush, can spread the fungus from one person to another. Because fungi need a warm, dark, and humid place to grow, public showers, pools, locker rooms, and even the warmth of shoes and socks can give fungi the perfect opportunity to strike. When a person walks around barefoot or doesn't change sweaty socks, there's also a chance of infection.
Taking antibiotics can also cause some people to get a fungal infection. Antibiotics get rid of germs that make us sick, but they can also kill many of the "harmless" bacteria in our body. These harmless bacteria normally fight with the fungus for a place to live, but when antibiotics kill them, the fungus is free to grow. That's why it's important to listen to your health care providers about using antibiotics.
Sometimes, a fungus may infect a person if they have an immune system disorder (this means their bodies can't fight certain types of infections). This is rare, but it does happen.
Fungi, which is more than one fungus, can be found on different parts of the body. Certain types of fungi (most commonly called candida and tinea) can infect the skin and/or mucous membranes; they also grow under the nails, between the toes, or on internal surfaces of the colon and other organs. Fungal infection of the skin is most common in places where skin tends to be moist and one skin surface is in contact with another, such as the groin area (jock itch) and between the toes (athlete's foot). A type of scalp infection known as tinea capitis is found mainly in school children, although adults also may be affected. Moist, possibly itchy, red patches anywhere on the body can indicate fungal infection. In babies, a fungal infection can manifest itself as diaper rash that makes the skin bright red in light-skinned babies and darker brown in dark-skinned babies.
MoonDragon's ObGyn Pediatric Information: Diaper Rash
SOME BASIC TYPES OF FUNGAL INFECTIONS
ATHLETES FOOT
Athlete's foot (Tinea pedis) is type of fungal infection that usually appears between the toes but can also affect the bottom or sides of the feet. The fungus most commonly attacks the feet because the shoes create a warm, dark, and humid environment which encourages fungus growth. The warmth and dampness of areas around swimming pools, showers, and locker rooms, are also breeding grounds for fungi. Because the infection was common among athletes who used these facilities frequently, the term "athlete's foot" became popular. Not all fungus conditions are athlete's foot. Other conditions, such as disturbances of the sweat mechanism, reaction to dyes or adhesives in shoes, eczema, and psoriasis, also may mimic athlete's foot. Athlete's foot has symptoms that include dry, cracked, and itchy skin between the toes. Some people also have red, scaly blisters on the bottoms and sides of their feet. There may also be a watery discharge from the blisters. When blisters break, small raw areas of tissue are exposed, causing pain and swelling. Itching and burning may increase as the infection spreads. Athlete's foot may spread to the soles of the feet and to the toenails. It can be spread to other parts of the body, notably the groin and underarms, by those who scratch the infection and then touch themselves elsewhere.
JOCK ITCH
Jock itch (Tinea cruris) is a fungal infection of the groin and upper thighs. This is similar to athlete's foot and is caused by a tiny fungus which grows best in dark, damp conditions. It is a common fungus which often infects athletes or other people who perspire heavily or are obese. (This usually occurs only in boys and men, but girls and women can experience this infection as well.) It can be transmitted to your groin from your feet. The symptoms of jock itch include a chafed, irritated skin rash with elevated edges located in the groin, inner thighs, pubic or anal areas. It too is itchy and often feels like it is burning. It usually happens when you've been perspiring heavily, during sports or hot, humid weather. It's pretty common, especially if you play sports where you sweat and wear athletic equipment.
RINGWORM
Ringworm (Tinea capitis) is a type of fungal infection of the hair, skin, or nails. Ringworm is most common in children. When it's on the skin, tinea usually begins as a small reddish area with small red spots the size of a pea that grow to a size of about 1/4 inch in diameter or larger. As the spots expand, the centers tend to heal and clear while the borders are raised, red, scaly, giving them a ring-like appearance. It is often itchy and flaky. As it grows, it spreads out in a circle or ring. Tinea is often called "ringworm" because it may look like tiny worms are under the skin (but of course, they're not, it has nothing to do with worms!). Because the fungi that cause ringworm live on different parts of the body, they are named for the part of the body they infect. Scalp ringworm is found on the head, and body ringworm affects arms, legs, or the chest. Ringworm of the head begins as a small pimple that becomes larger. The hair in the infected area can become brittle and break off, leaving scaly, flaky patches of baldness. But don't sweat it - it will grow back! If you have ringworm on your arms, legs, or chest, you may see small, reddish spots that grow into large rings. Like other fungal infections, ringworm can be very itchy. It can infect humans and also animals such as cats and dogs, and the infections may be acquired from pets as well as from infected children.
CANDIDA
Candida (can-did-uh) is a yeast-like fungus. This fungus most often affects the skin around the nails or the soft, moist areas around body openings. Diaper rash in babies is a form of candidal infection, as is thrush, the white patches most often found in the mouths of kids and babies. Older girls and women may develop another form of candidal infection in the area in and around the vagina. This is called a yeast infection. Candida, the yeast-like fungus, causes the skin around the infected area to itch. The skin may also be red and swollen.
TYPES OF CANDIDA INFECTIONS:
Fungal infection of the mouth is referred to as oral thrush, a condition in which creamy-looking white patches form on the tongue and the mucous membranes of the mouth. If the patches are scraped off, bleeding may result. This condition is most common in infants and in those with compromised immune systems.
Nursing mothers sometimes develop a candida infection of the nipples that causes severe pain while feeding. This can be further complicated if the baby develops oral thrush since it can lead to a "ping-pong" effect in which mother and baby continually reinfect each other.
Fungal infection under the nails (paronychia) or between the toes may cause discoloration and swelling, and the nails may become raised above the surface of the nail bed.
In fungal infection of the vagina (yeast infection), a cheesy discharge present, usually accompanied by intense itching.
Recurrent fungal infections are a common sign of depressed immune function. The people most likely to be affected are those who have diseases such as diabetes or cancer, or who are infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). Women who use oral contraceptives and people taking antibiotics are at higher risk as well, as are people who are obese and/or perspire heavily.
GENERAL PREVENTION & TREATMENT
Getting rid of a fungal infection is not all that difficult. Your health care provider may decide to scrape a small amount of the irritated skin or clip off a piece of hair or nail and look at it under a microscope. Once your health care provider knows what kind of infection you have, there are special antifungal creams and shampoos that can help to get rid of it. Sometimes your health care provider will prescribe a medication to take by mouth for many weeks. Make sure you take the medicine for as long as your health care provider tells you. Most of the medications obtained in a drug store are a temporary treatment. The fungal infection often returns after treatment. For best results, include a positive life-style change and nutritional program with your other treatments. Here are some general suggestions that may help to prevent reoccurrences of a fungal infection:ATHLETE'S FOOT: It is not easy to prevent athlete's food because it is usually contracted in dressing rooms, showers, and swimming pool locker rooms where bare feet come in contact with the fungus. However, you can do much to prevent infection by practicing good foot hygiene. Walk away from athlete's foot by following these simple steps:
- Wash your feet everyday with soap and water.
- Dry your feet carefully and completely, especially between your toes.
- Wear sandals or shower shoes when walking around in locker rooms, public pools, and public showers.
- Change your shoes and socks regularly to decrease moisture, and wear clean socks and if they get wet or damp, be sure to change them as soon as you can to decrease moisture and to help prevent the fungus from infecting the feet. Use a powder (talcum or antifungal) on your feet to help reduce perspiration.
JOCK ITCH: You may love to play sports and not be able to avoid jock itch, but you can help to keep it away when you:
- Wear clean, cotton underwear and loose-fitting pants. Avoid synthetic fabrics. Loose cotton clothing allows perspiration to evaporate and skin to breathe.
- Never use anyone else's towels or clothes. The fungus which causes jock itch can be spread easily between people.
- Avoid rough textured clothing.
- An alkaline environment encourages the fungus to grow. Since most soap is alkaline (the opposite of acid), too much scrubbing with soap will make jock itch worse. Wash, but make sure to rinse all soap off your skin and then dry well.
- Keep your groin area clean and dry. Talcum powder may reduce wetness and chafing.
RINGWORM: It is spread by direct contact with a person or animal infected with the fungus. It can be spread with contact with articles (such as combs or clothing) or surfaces which have been contaminated with the fungus. A child with ringworm is infectious as long as the fungus remains present in the skin lesion. The fungus is no longer present when the lesion starts to shrink. Ringworm is widespread around the world and in the united states.
- Avoid using anyone else's personal care items, such as combs, hair brushes, hair ornaments.
- Avoid wearing other people's clothing, especially hats, or other items that may have come into contact with an infection, such as pillows, blankets, and towels.
- Wash hands with soap and water after contact with an infected individual to avoid spreading the infection.
YEAST: Yeast infections can be avoided, too, if you:
- Don't hang out in wet swimsuits; change as soon as possible.
- Wear clean, cotton underwear.
- Wash regularly with soap and water. Personal hygiene is important.
- Follow nutritional guidelines and suggestions below.
HERBS
Berberine is a phytochemical that has antifungal action. Goldenseal, a berberine-containing herb works against a variety of fungi, including candida. Bloodroot, another herb that contains berberine, has shown action against skin fungi and is also an anti-inflammatory. Other herbs that contain berberine and are recommended for fungal infections include Barberry, Oregon Grape and Yellowroot (Xanthorhiza Simplicissima). Yellowroot has been used to adulterate or as a substitute for Goldenseal and is used as a tea for stomach and mouth ulcers and a tonic and externally on sores. It has been used in the southern U.S. as a folk remedy for diabetes and high blood pressure.
Bloodroot Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Bloodroot (Sanguinaria Canadensis) Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Horopito, or Pepper Tree (Pseudowintera Colorata), a shrub native to New Zealand, contains polygodial, an antifungal agent that has been shown to act against bacteria as well. The leaves can be bruised, steamed, and applied topically to treat skin diseases such as ringworm. Licaria Puchuri-Major, a medicinal plant found in the Brazilian rainforest has been found to augment the antifungal activities of polygodial and increase its effectiveness against fungal infection.
Kolorex from Nature's Sources is an herbal product that has been shown to be effective in treating ringworm and tinea fungi infections. It is available in both capsule and cream form.
Tea Tree Oil is a natural antifungal for external use. It can be applied to the affected area several times a day, either full strength or diluted with distilled water or cold-pressed vegetable oil. You can also use Black Walnut Extract.
Drink 3 cups of Pau D'Arco tea daily. Pau D'Arco, taken in tea or tablet form, is good for treating candida infections.
Pau D'Arco Tea, Incan Purple Lapacho, 48 Tea Bags
Pau D'Arco Extract, Incan Purple Lapacho, 100% Natural Herbal, 4 fl. oz.
Pau D'Arco, Purple Lapacho, Inner Bark, Nature's Way, 545 mg, 180 Caps
Pau D'Arco Bark Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Pau D'Arco Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
For toenail or fingernail fungus, soak nails in a mixture of Pau D'Arco and Goldenseal. In a side pan, make Pau D'Arco tea using 6 tea bags and a gallon of water. Bring to a boil, then allow to cool to a very warm but tolerable temperature. Add the contents of 4 capsules of Goldenseal. Soak your feet or hands in this mixture for 15 minutes twice a day.
Goldenseal (hydrastis canadensis) is a fresh or dried rhizome that has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties. It is used for infections and candidiasis (e.g. thrush). A decoction (as a gargle for sore throats), capsules, liquid tincture may be used internally or externally in a wash. Caution: Goldenseal should not to be taken if pregnant, breast-feeding or suffering from high blood pressure. Goldenseal should not be taken internally on a daily basis for more than one week at a time, as it may disturb normal intestinal flora. Use it with caution if you have allergies to ragweed.
Grapefruit Seed Extract is rapidly becoming the #1 safe herbal solution for chronic vaginal and intestinal yeast infections (Candida) and thrush. One health care provider has reported success with 295 patients out of 297 being treated for chronic yeast and parasitic infections. In a test of 20 patients with vaginal yeast infection, 15 had relief of their symptoms in only 3 days after douching with grapefruit seed extract every 12 hours. A GSE douche is used for vaginal infections and capsules or liquid drops mixed with juice for internal infections. Grapefruit Seed Extract is safe with no side effects and as a liquid may be used as a gargle and may be swallowed. And it has dozens of additional healthy benefits. It's a strong anti-bacterial but doesn't seem to hurt beneficial bacteria. Citricidal is potent antifungal agent. Made from an extract of grapefruit seeds and widely on sale in health stores, it contains beneficial bioflavonoids, including a substance called hesperidin, which is also a natural immune booster. As well as giving it internally as directed on the bottle, you can also apply it topically the affected area.
Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) Liquid Concentrate, 1 Gallon
Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) Liquid Concentrate, 2 fl. oz.
Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) Liquid Concentrate, 4 fl. oz.
To support the immune system during an outbreak of fungal infection, use Echinacea Tincture. Caution: Rare but high doses (over 1000 mg) can sometimes cause dizziness or nausea. For best effect the herb should not be taken for more than 1-2 weeks at a time.
Echinacea Tincture for Children, Orange Flavor, Alcohol Free, 100% Organic, 1 fl. oz.
Echinacea Purpurea Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Echinacea Tincture, Nature's Way, Alcohol Free, 100% Organic, 1 fl. oz.
Garlic, eaten raw or in food, rubbed on skin, tablets or capsules is an anti-fungal, antibiotic, anti-parasitic remedy. Caution: Garlic should not be taken with anti-clotting medication. Avoid if breastfeeding as can cause colic in babies.
Garlic Oil, NOW Foods, 1500 mg, 250 Softgels
Garlic Bulb Cloves, Garlic Supplement, Nature's Way, 580 mg, 100 Caps
Garlic Oil Tincture, Alcohol Free Nature's Way, 1 fl. oz.
If the infection persists, then switch to colloidal silver. A colloid is a substance that consists of ultra-fine particles suspended in a different medium, (in this case, water). The particles are so small - 0.001 to 0.0001 of a micron in diameter - that colloidal silver is completely safe to use both internally and externally. Although nobody knows exactly how it works, the most accepted theory is that it disables enzymes that many forms of bacteria, fungi, and viruses need for their own metabolism and survival. While most antibiotics disinfect only about half a dozen germs, silver has been reported to disinfect well over 600 different strains. Even better, infections that can become resistant to antibiotics cannot develop the same defence against silver, making it an excellent alternative to antibiotics. In fact, in more recent laboratory tests, scientists found colloidal silver was effective against many of the more insidious organisms that affect humans, including Staphylococcus Aureus, Salmonella Typhi and Candida Globata.
Colloidal Silver Liquid, SilvaSolution, 10 ppm, 16 fl. oz.
Colloidal Silver Liquid, SilvaSolution, Super Strength Pro 50, 8 fl. oz.
Colloidal Silver Pump Spray, SilvaSolution, 2 fl. oz.
Colloidal Silver Salve, SilvaSolution, 2 oz.
Use silica to help prevent dampness, and so change the conditions that these fungi thrive on. It is best taken internally the form of tissue salts, which by-pass the digestive system and so are more easily absorbed by the body.
Cellfood Silica Liquid Drops, CellFood, 4 fl. oz.
Original Silica Gel Supplement, Nature's Way, Vegetarian, 90 VCaps
Silica Complex Supplement, 8% Extract, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 90 Tabs
Wild Oregano oil is a powerful antifungal agent that has the ability to destroy even resistant forms of fungi.
Oregano Oil, NOW Foods, 181 mg, 90 Enteric Coated Softgels
Oregano Oil, Standardized Extract, Nature's Way, 60 Liquid VCaps
Oregano Oil (Wild) Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Oil of Oregano Essential Oil, NOW Foods, 100% Pure, 1 oz.
NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
The following nutrients are important for healing once appropriate local treatment has been administered. Unless otherwise specified, the following recommended doses are for those over the age of 18. For a child between 12 and 17 years old, reduce the dose to 3/4 the recommended amount. For a child between 6 and 12 years old, use 1/2 the recommended dose, and for a child under 6, use 1/4 the recommended amount.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Eat a diet of 60 to 70 percent raw foods. Eat plenty of fresh vegetables and moderate amounts of broiled fish and broiled skinless chicken.
Do not eat any foods containing sugar or refined carbohydrates. Fungi thrive on sugar. The most healing diet for this condition is one that is fruit-free, sugar-free, and yeast-free.
Eliminate those foods from the diet that tend to promote secretion of mucus, especially meat and dairy products.
Avoid cola drinks, grains, processed foods, and fried, greasy foods.
See Fasting and follow the program.
Keep the skin clean and dry. Expose the affected area to the air as much as possible.
Apply honey and crushed garlic, alternately, to the affected area.
If the nails are affected, apply Aerobic 07 drops from Aerobic Life Industries directly on the area. Soak infected hands or feet in a solution of Aerobic 07 drops and pau d'arco tea daily for 15 minutes. When not soaking them, keep the nails dry and clean.
Wear clean cotton clothing and underwear. Do not wear clothing or use towels more than once without washing them, preferably in hot water with chlorine bleach added.
To replace necessary "friendly" bacteria in the colon, use L.Bifidus retention enema. See Enemas and L.Bifidu Enema for more information.
Try not to allow an infected area of the body to come in contact with healthy skin. People who have fungal infections in one area often also have infections in other areas.
If you are nursing a baby and your baby has thrush, or you develop sharp, shooting pains during feedings, or both, consult both your child's and your own health care provider. You may have a fungal infection. Both you and your baby should be treated to ensure a cure.
For ringworm, mix 1/2 clove crushed raw garlic with 1/4 cup of vegetable oil. Coat the affected area with honey, then apply the garlic mixture (avoid healthy skin). Cover it loosely with sterile gauze or a cotton cloth that allows air to penetrate. Do not cover it tightly with adhesive tape or a plastic bandage. These promote dampness. Leave in place for 4 hours.
To treat ringworm, use a sterile pad and apply colloidal silver to the affected area. Hands and feet can also be soaked in this solution, a natural antibiotic that destroys some 650 different microorganisms.
If you have been treating a fungal infection on your own and you develop symptoms of a worsening infection, such as increased redness and swelling or fever, consult your health care provider. You may have developed a bacterial infection on top of the fungal infection.
For fungal infections underneath the fingernails, soak your nails in a mixture of 50 percent white distilled vinegar and 50 percent pure water for 10 to 20 minutes daily.
Corticosteroids and oral contraceptives should be avoided, as they may upset the normal and healthy balance of the body.
CONSIDERATIONS
There are numerous topical antifungal preparations available in drug stores. However, many holistic health care practitioners believe that garlic is safer and works just as well, if not better, than these drugs.
HELPFUL MOONDRAGON'S LINKS:
FUNGAL-YEAST-CANDIDA-THRUSH SUPPLEMENTAL PRODUCTS
Information on fungal yeast infection and candidiasis, conditions caused by an increase in the yeast-like fungus that normally lives in healthy balance in the body.
African Ginger, 100 mg, 60 Tabs
African Ginger is used for tension headaches, flu, sinusitis and premenstrual cramps.Bio Defender, Antibacterial, Antiviral, & Antifungal Formula, Balanceuticals, 56 Caps
This unique antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal formula is a clinical nutritionist response to bio terrorism such as anthrax. Its ingredients are well documented in peer-reviewed research reports. The synergistic effects make it a powerful formulation to boost the body's natural defense. It destroys virus, fungus and pathogenic bacteria without hurting the good ones.Black Seed Theramune Ultimate with Garlic, 100 Caps
Promotes healthy circulation, useful for arthritis and cardiovascular & respiratory support. It also supports digestion and is a natural remedy for ulcers. Garlic is known to lower cholesterol naturally.Black Walnut Green Hull, Herbal Antifungal, 300 mg, 50 Caps
Walnut Green Hull, Herbal Anti Fungal, Juglone nigra, can be used fight fungal infections, ringworm and perhaps certain types of cancer.Candida Clear with Pau D'Arco, Oregano Oil, Black Walnut & Caprylic Acid, NOW Foods, 90 Vcaps
Candida Clear is a combination of herbal ingredients (Pau D'Arco, Black Walnut and Oregano Oil), Biotin (a B-complex vitamin) and Caprylic Acid (a naturally occurring fatty acid derived from plant oils). These synergistic ingredients help to support a healthy balance of intestinal bacteria.Candida Yeast Nelsons Bach Homeopathic, 84 Chewable Pills
Candida Yeast Nelsons Bach Homeopathic is for the temporary relief of symptoms of yeast infection or cystitis including white or yellowish vaginal discharge, itching and burning of genitalia not relieved by scratching, period arrives early.Colloidal Silver & Zinc Lozenges, SilvaSolution, 90 Lozenges
Now you can get powerful liquid silver in the most convenient form ever with new SilvaSolution Silver and Zinc Lozenges.Defense Plus, NutriBiotic, With Grapefruit Seed Extract, Maximum Strength Immune System Support, 250 mg, 90 Tabs
Defense Plus with Grapefruit Seed Extract is the most powerful natural product available for enhancing the body's defense system and providing nutritional support for people with certain health concerns.FemRelief Feminine Homeopathic Relief Bath Powder Packets, 2 packets per box
FemRelief is an all natural combination formula developed by a gynecologist to provide fast and effective symptomatic relief from feminine itching, burning, irritation, redness, soreness, discomfort and dryness.Fungus Relief Remedy, Alphacura, 2 fl. oz.
Men or women, Fungus Relief is very effective against Athletes foot and groin irritations like Jock itch. Apply to skin 1-2 times a day. Soothes and relieves burning, itching and chaffing. Centurion soothes and relieves the misery of jock itch.Garlicin HC, Healthy Circulation Formula With Odor-Free Garlic, Nature's Way, 90 Enteric-Coated Tabs
HC supports circulation by lowering serum cholesterol and helps maintaining circulatory efficiency. Hawthorn improves blood and nutrient flow to the heart muscle. And, Vitamin E has been shown to help prevent the oxidation of cholesterol.Germanium Ionic Mineral Supplement, Fully Absorbable, 50 +/- ppm, 16 fl. oz.
WaterOz Ionic Germanium is a pure liquid Germanium supplement. It is one of the most dynamic new discoveries in the realm of trace elements necessary for optimum nutritional health. Germanium raises the level of activity of various organs (facilitates oxygen uptake) and helps to expel harmful pollutants and arrest germ activity. Germanium serves as an electrical semiconductor, helping correct distortions in the electrical fields of the body. Germanium is still being researched for all its possible supplementary applications. Poor immune system, low energy and cancer indicate germanium deficiencies. It is believed to act as an anti-cancer agent and is effective for viral, bacterial and fungal infections. Usage: 1 Teaspoon Daily / 3 Months Supply.Grapefruit Seed Extract, 125 mg, 100 Tabs
Grapefruit Seed Extract is used internally as a supportive treatment for a wide variety of ailments, including Candida infections, sore throats, intestinal upset, etc.Grapefruit Seed Extract Liquid Concentrate, 2 fl. oz.
Used Grapefruit Seed Extract topically as an antiseptic wound cleaner and to treat infections of the skin. Internally, the concentrate is useful as a supportive treatment for a wide variety of ailments, including Candida infections, sore throats, intestinal upset, etc.Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) Liquid Concentrate, 1 gallon
Grapefruit Seed Extract may be used topically as an antiseptic wound cleaner and to treat infections of the skin. Internally, the concentrate is useful as a supportive treatment for a wide variety of ailments, including Candida infections, sore throats, intestinal upset, etc. May also be used to purify drinking water when camping or traveling to foreign countries.Grapefruit Seed Extract Plus, 125 mg, 90 Caps
NutriBiotic Grapefruit Seed Extract Plus Capsules contain 125 mg of grapefruit seed extract, equivalent to 12-15 drops of NutriBiotic GSE liquid concentrate, combined with the extracts of echinacea and artemisia annua.Grapefruit Seed Extract & Grapefruit Products
Grapefruit Seed Extract is a safe herbal solution for many forms of infection. Grapefruit Seed Extract, in its different forms, is used for different applications.Kombucha Miracle Fungus, Kombucha Tea Benefit 's, By Harald Tietze, Paperback
One time best seller, Kombucha Miracle Fungus is all about synergy and Kombucha Tea Benefit's it is an easy read for those interested in the synergy Kombucha offers or Kombucha benefit's.Lactobacillus Acidophilus Supplement, Non-Dairy, 100 Caps
Lactobacillus Acidophilus Supplement taken as a dietary supplement may help to detoxify and to rebuild a balanced intestinal flora.MistOral III, Pureline OralCare, Food Grade Hydrogen Peroxide, 2 fl. oz.
MistOral III uses 35% food grade hydrogen peroxide that is both safe and effective.Nature's Antiseptics Tea Tree Oil & Grapefruit Seed Extract, CJ Puotinen, paperback
Nature's Warfare, this book covers tea tree oil and grapefruit see extract use in safely destroying viruses, bacteria, molds, yeasts and parasites that want to live in us and on us.NutriBiotic Skin Ointment, With Grapefruit Seed Extract & Lysine, 0.5 oz.
NutriBiotic Skin Ointment with GSE can be used topically for such things as scrapes, scratches and cuts. NutriBiotic Skin Ointment with GSE can also be used on the lips and in the mouth on cold sores and canker sores.Odorless Garlic Supplement, NOW Foods, 50 mg, 250 Softgels
Odorless Garlic supplement is extracted from Allum sativum and is a specially made Japanese product. This Odorless Garlic supplement is aged 18 months and concentrated in a 100:1 extract to yield high amounts of Scordiin, a unique sulfur compound which may be responsible for many of garlic's renowned benefits. Garlic supplements have been the subject of numerous studies in the past decade and have been endorsed by celebrities and athletes alike. Garlic (Allium Sativum) may be beneficial for detoxification, immune response, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, heart disease, circulation, fatty deposits, arteriosclerosis, arthritis, asthma, cancer, candidia, infections of the eyes, ears, throat, respiratory infections, coughs, hoarseness, colds & flu, insomnia, digestion, fungal infections, viral infections, and colon health.Olive Leaf Plus, Black Seed with Olive Leaf Extract & High Potency Garlic, 100 Caps
Combined, these herbs are a superior circulation and immune system support.Oregano Essential Oil (Origanum vulgare) with 50% Olive Oil, Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Oregano essential Oil is used internally for joint pain, aching muscles, chronic cough, infections, asthma and bronchial congestion.Pau d'Arco Tea (Purple Lapacho), 25 Tea Bags
Pau d'Arco Tea is a delicious, all-natural way to reduce Inflammation and Pain and to boost immunity.Primadophilus Bifidus, 71 mg, 180 VCaps
Primadophilus Bifidus is designed to deliver helpful Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium bacteria to the gut. These microorganism strains are essential to maintaining healthy intestinal flora.Sambucol Elderberry & Vitamin C, 30 Lozenges
Sambucol Lozenges contain the original formulation of the award winning black elderberry extract. Sambucol Black Elderberry extract has been used by millions of people with positive results being reported worldwide.Sambucol Immune System Formula, 30 Lozenges
Sambucol Immune System Formula Lozenges support your natural defenses, and are especially popular during the winter season. Sambucol black elderberry extract has been used by millions of people with positive results being reported worldwide.Silver Biotics Liquid, Silver Supplement, 8 fl. oz.
Silver Biotics was tested by researchers and was found to kill every strain of bacteria that it was tested against and that these bacteria, many of which have become resistant to antibiotics, cause many human ailments.Tea Tree Oil Antiseptic Solution, (15% Water Soluble), 2 fl. oz.
Tea Tree Oil Antiseptic Solution can be used for mixing with water for douching, athletes foot, facial problems and bathing.Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia), 100% Pure Oil, 2 fl. oz.
Tea Tree Oil can be used for general first aid uses such as cuts, burns, abrasions, insect bites, bee stings, rashes, impetigo, boils, sinus problems, sore throat, thrush, fingernail and toenail infections.Thyme Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Thyme is an antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, antispasmodic, nervine, carminative, diaphoretic, and expectorant. Thyme is a common household spice that has many medicinal values. It helps to clear respiratory difficulties, including bronchial problems, whooping cough, laryngitis, catarrh, and sore throat. It also treats the digestive system for stomach cramps, diarrhea, heartburn, chronic gastritis, flatulence, colic, and diminished appetite. Taken at the beginning of cold or flu, it will induce perspiration. It may be used as an antiseptic mouthwash and as a skin wash to destroy fungal infections (such as Athlete's Foot and skin parasites). As a local irritant, it increases the blood flow to the surface; it can be used in baths for neurasthenia, rheumatism, paralysis, bruises, swellings, and sprains. In a salve it is helpful for shingles. CAUTION: Excessive use can lead to poisoning symptoms and overstimulation of the thyroid gland. Tierra suggests no more than 1 ounce per day. Usage: 1 tsp. 2 to 3 times a day depending on condition.Usnea Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Usnea is an antibiotic, antibacterial, antifungal, astringent, antiviral, and diuretic.Vitamin B-50 Complex With B-2 Coenzyme, 100% Natural, 330 mg, 100 Caps
B Vitamins are precursors of coenzymes involved in the conversion of cellular energy, manufacture of hormones and proteins, and repair and maintenance of nerve structures. They also function as lipotropics which converts fats to other useful products.Warburgia (Pepperbark, Isibhaha, Peperbasboom), 100% Natural Herbal Antimicrobial, 100 mg, 60 Tabs
Warburgia is excellent for helping treat bacterial infections such as chest infections.Wellness Shots, California Natural, 4 oz.
A Juice Bar in Malibu has created a new evolution in health. Wellness Shots have created a sensation amongst users and instant sales to retailers. This effective all natural elixir contains the following ingredients, ginger, oregano oil, colloidal silver, grapefruit seed extract and peppermint oil. This combination has been reported by users to give immediate relief to cold and allergy like symptoms. Suggested Use: 1/2 teaspoon by itself, or mixed with water/juice once daily. For more advanced issues 1 teaspoon 3 times per day.Yeast Cleanse, Candistroy & Probiotic Rebuilder, 2 Part Program, Includes 2 Free CD's, 2 Bottles, 30 Tabs each
Candistroy Yeast Cleanse is a comprehensive, all-natural system that helps the body rid itself of fungus and replenishes good bacteria.Yeast & Fungus Infection Formula Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Yeast & Fungus Infection Formula is used to help fight yeast infections and athlete's foot.Zinc Lozenges With Echinacea & Vitamin C, Nature's Way, 23 mg, 60 Lozenges
Nature's Way Zinc lozenge boosts cold season defense with zinc, widely recognized as an important nutritional support during the cold season, and echinacea pupurea, clinically shown to support the immune system, and Vitamin C, a vitally important vitamin for general health maintenance.
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