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Anti-fungal preparations
There are many anti-fungal preparations available, all of which
are best taken in conjunction with a low yeast and low sugar diet. Some of the
most effective are as follows:
Caprylic acid (e.g. BioCare Mycropryl) is a short chain fatty
acid found in human breast milk and coconuts that has been found to help
establish the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut. Calcium and magnesium
caprylate favour the growth of the lactic acid bacteria in the gastrointestinal
tract.
Oxygen has antiseptic qualities and is antagonistic to yeast
organisms such as Candida Albicans. Double bonded oxygen has antibacterial and
antifungal properties. (BioCare’s Oxypro, or Good For You Corporation Aerobic
Oxygen).
Grapefruit Seed Extract has antiparasitic, antibacterial and
antifungal properties, and helps to maintain the correct balance of intestinal
flora.
Garlic has antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties.
Other herbs containing antifungal properties include Pau d’Arco
tea and goldenseal.
Probiotics such as L.acidophilus and B.bifidum help reduce the
proliferation of yeast organisms such as Candida Albicans. L.acidophilus helps
reduce the colonisation of unfriendly bacteria by producing natural antibiotic
substances on the intestinal wall.
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