THRUSH
and other Fungal Infections
About ThrushThrush
can develop when the balance of bacteria in the vagina is disrupted and there is
an overgrowth of the yeast candida albicans. Symptoms can include itching, burning and thick white discharge. It’s associated with antibiotic use, oral contraceptives and other
steroid hormones, and chronic Candidiasis.
Other
fungal infections include athlete’s foot, ringworm, ‘jock itch’, nappy or
diaper rash, oral thrush and paronychia under the nails. Recurrent
fungal infections are often a sign of depressed immune function. High risk factors are antibiotics, oral contraceptives, being overweight
and heavy perspiration.
People
with cancer or diabetes or AIDS are particularly prone to fungal infections. Nutrition Facts & Diet Advice for ThrushConsider the following nutrition guidelines:  | Follow the advice given under Candidiasis. | | Use diluted tea tree oil topically (diluted in filtered or bottled water or cold-pressed vegetable oil). | | Wear clean cotton clothing and underwear. Change towel after every use. | | For external use: apply crushed garlic to the area and cover with a cotton cloth or handkerchief which allows skin to breathe. This will probably be too strong for the vagina. | | For toe or fingernails, soak nails in a mixture of pau d’arco and goldenseal tea for 15-30 minutes, twice a day. |
Health Supplements for ThrushThe following health supplements should be considered: (click on supplement to go there)
If
you suspect candidiasis,
follow the supplement programme outlined in that section, and ideally consult a nutrition
consultant. | 
