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Yeast Infection: Beyond The Commercials

By Vince Gomez

Every year, millions of people are affected by yeast infection. They suffer quietly with the itching, burning and odor associated with the condition.

I am sure that you have seen the advertisements for anti-candidiasis products. These items are usually sold in different forms and supposedly cure the problem.

What these commercials leave out are the facts that women are not the only people who can get yeast infections. Not only do men get yeast infections on their sexual organs, but studies have shown that almost 90% of the population have the fungus within their bodies. Beside the sexual organs of men and women, many people have yeast in their intestines. Most healthy people will never have an issue with yeast infections, as their immune systems keep it in check.

Another fact is that many people who try these over the counter products will not be cured. While following the directions on the package will provide temporary relief, a cure is far more involved and can include many lifestyle changes.

Candidiasis is usually indicative of a more complex issue, and fixing the issue will usually cure the candidiasis. Completely ridding yourself of yeast can be very difficult, but is possible.

Health problems which can lead to yeast infections can vary from person to person. However, some of the most common problems that lead to yeast infections are:

* Hormonal imbalance

* Weakened Immune Response

* Excessive Glucose

Properly caring for these issues will under normal circumstances be a great help in your goal of eliminating excess candida from your body.

Changing your diet, exercising and generally taking care of yourself are always a good idea, and are even more so when you are trying to tackle a yeast infection. It is also a good idea to see your doctor and ask them to try to work with you in not just treating the symptom which is the yeast infection, but also the cause.

If you eat the right foods and do the right things, you are taking just one holistic step to rid your body from candida, as well as the health problems and discomfort associated with it. - 26706

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