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, commonly referred to simply as acidophilus, is a friendly inhabitant of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. It, as well as some related strains of bacteria, is known as a probiotic. Probiotic organismt....
Probiotics, as defined by the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations (FAO), are "live microorganisms administered in adequate amounts which confer a beneficial health effect , ...
Many of the nutritious foods that support good health also unfortunately encourage growth of candidiasis albicans, the fungus that causes yeast infections. If you have a yeast infection, you will want to reduce the foods that make your body a good host and eat other foods that will help fight the infection.
Eating traditional fermented foods on a regular basis like sauerkraut, yogurt, and kefir, and oral supplementation of a probiotic product like various Acidophilus species can help. A course of 10 days to 2 weeks of a broad-spectrum "anti-parasite" formula containing herbs that can kill or retard the growth of various pathogens can be designed by your holistic health practitioner.
Vaginitis is a condition characterized by inflammation of the vagina and vulva, most often caused by a bacterial, fungal, or parasitic infection.Vaginitis, vulvitis, and vulvovaginitis are general tes....
Yeast infection is most often caused by a species of the yeast , most commonly , thus it is often referred to as candidiasis. is a common cause of vaginal infections in women, and may cause mouth i. ...
To most persons, diarrhea means an increased frequency or softer consistency of bowel movements; however, the medical definition is more exact than this. Diarrhea best correlates with an increase in )....
Trichomoniasis refers to an infection of the genital and urinary tract. It is the most common sexually transmitted disease, affecting about 120 million women worldwide each year.Trichomoniasis is cau. ...
Gastroenteritis is a general term for infection or irritation of the digestive tract, particularly the stomach and intestine. It is frequently referred to as stomach or intestinal flu, although the in....
Metabolic therapies differ considerably according to practitioner; however they typically involve a belief that cancer and certain other diseases are caused by imbalances in a patient's metabos....
Naturopathic practitioners regard colitis and Crohn’s disease as indications of bodily imbalances that can best be treated by using a variety of natural methods to help the body use its own resources to heal itself.
Naturopathic Medicine offers a natural form of treatment for skin conditions that relieves the underlying causes and triggers of acne, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and fungal infections.
Food poisoning is a general term for health problems arising from eating food contaminated by viruses, chemicals, or bacterial toxins. Types of food poisoning include bacterial food poisoning, shellfs....
Colic is persistent, unexplained crying and discomfort in an otherwise healthy baby between the ages of two weeks and about five months.Colic affects 10-20% of all infants. It is more common in boys s....
Activated charcoal is a fine, black, odorless, and tasteless powder. It is made from wood or other materials that have been exposed to very high temperatures in an airless environment. It is then trem....
Barberry, Latin name , is native to Europe, where it is commonly used as an ornamental shrub. It is also commonly grown in North America. Its close relative, , is a native of North America, and is als....
Pet food that is made from natural, organic ingredients is considered a wellness pet food. The addition of certain enzymes, vitamins, nutrients and herbs also contribute to promoting wellness in pets.
With so many toxins in our air, water and food supply, it is more important than ever to nourish our bodies adequately. While eating organic is one way of doing so, it does not guarantee that we are getting enough of the nutrients needed to live optimally healthy lives. Using dietary supplements is an effective way to help boost nutrient levels.
Gonorrhea is a highly contagious sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the bacterium. The genitourinary tract is the main system that is usually affected, but gonorrhea can also spread to then....
Heavy metal poisoning is the toxic accumulation of heavy metals in the soft tissues of the body.Heavy metals are chemical elements that have a specific gravity (a measure of density) at least five til....