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Thrush, also known as Candidiasis, is a fungus found in the mouth, genitals, digestive tract and skin. In healthy people, the production of probiotic bacteria prevents the fungus from causing disease. People with a weak immune system are susceptible to the thrush fungus. Also, some prescription drugs can actually help cause the disease by weakening or eliminating the natural organisms in the body. Examples include extended use of antibiotics and antihistamines.

Thrush is not limited to women. Men can get it too. Different parts of the body can be infected. Besides the genitals, men can get fungal infections in the mouth and throat. Candidiasis if the genital area (almost always sexually transmitted) affects both men and women. In a women, this is a “yeast infection” and presents as a cottage cheese-like discharge. Men and young boys may suffer from yeast infections too.

Alternative medicine approaches for Candidiasis treatment are holistic. The connection between diet and the health of the immune system is very strong. Sugar, dairy, yeast, wheat, caffeine, nicotine and alcohol need to be eliminate to clear the body of toxins. Eating a diet high in fiber, essential fatty acids, vegetables, and fruits. Cranberries and garlic are favorite foods prescribed.

In addition, there are many herbal treatments for thrush. Tea Tree Oil diluted with water is used for Oral Candidiasis and yeast infections. Vitamin C, Lactobacilli Acidophilus, Flax Seed Oil, and Goldenseal are also recommended.

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