CFS & FM: Yeast Problems

[Guest guest]

If you are a Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or fibromyalgia patient, every

vitamin and mineral can be very important to your health. In addition,

sugar may nurture the growth of yeast in the bowel and stimulate yeast

overgrowth. Yeast grow by fermenting sugar, and they say 'thank you'

by making billions of 'little baby yeasties.' Although most of the

sugar should be absorbed before it gets to your bowels (where most of

the yeast overgrowth is), most physicians working in this area have

found that excessive sugar intake still markedly aggravates the

symptoms of yeast overgrowth.

Source: Teitelbaum, M.D.

[Guest guest]

I just read that very thing in Teitelbaum's book

today! Lynn

--- cfpenpal wrote:

> If you are a Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or

> fibromyalgia patient, every

> vitamin and mineral can be very important to your

> health. In addition,

> sugar may nurture the growth of yeast in the bowel

> and stimulate yeast

> overgrowth. Yeast grow by fermenting sugar, and they

> say 'thank you'

> by making billions of 'little baby yeasties.'

> Although most of the

> sugar should be absorbed before it gets to your

> bowels (where most of

> the yeast overgrowth is), most physicians working in

> this area have

> found that excessive sugar intake still markedly

> aggravates the

> symptoms of yeast overgrowth.

>

> Source: Teitelbaum, M.D.

[Guest guest]

I've also recently learned that malnutrition is very common if not

the norm with people who have CFS/FMS. Since nutrients are absorbed

through the lining of the intestines, it's vital that they are kept

clean and properly balanced with good bacteria (aka microorganisms

or probiotics). Most people have a complete reversal of bacteria:

Should be 85% good bacteria, 15% Candida (Yes, we do need some!) yet

most have 85% Candida. This can host quite a few health problems,

like brain fog and allergies.

Candida can be hard to get rid of and I have sure had my problems

with it until I learned that the Candida diet is too harsh with the

sugar intake. My doctor explained that if you don't feed the

Candida at all, it will go looking for food (sugar) in other parts

of the body. Once it's in other organs it's a lot harder to treat

than when it's in the bowel. She recommended to still eat a limited

amount of fruit (not the sweetest fruits though).

If anyone wants treatment ideas, feel free to write me. I'm

currently working on a new website that will cover this topic.

Hopefully it will be finished soon.

I eliminated Candida with homeopathic and dietary changes but it

kept coming back until I started using a proper probiotic. None of

the many types I tried worked.

Sharon

>

> > If you are a Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or

> > fibromyalgia patient, every

> > vitamin and mineral can be very important to your

> > health. In addition,

> > sugar may nurture the growth of yeast in the bowel

> > and stimulate yeast

> > overgrowth. Yeast grow by fermenting sugar, and they

> > say 'thank you'

> > by making billions of 'little baby yeasties.'

> > Although most of the

> > sugar should be absorbed before it gets to your

> > bowels (where most of

> > the yeast overgrowth is), most physicians working in

> > this area have

> > found that excessive sugar intake still markedly

> > aggravates the

> > symptoms of yeast overgrowth.

> >

> > Source: Teitelbaum, M.D.

>

[Guest guest]

I believe this is why my Lyme doctor wants me to eat as little

carbs/sugars in my diet as possible. I do feel better when I listen.

Right now I'm on the Low Glycemic Index Diet by Rick Gallop - but it

is not as restrictive as my doc would like.

If I restrict all carbs/sugars - I end up with terrible

constipation - (ok, now I did it, and said that awful " c " word.) I've

had 3 pelvic floor prolapse surgeries and constipation is just NOT an

option for me.

-- In CFAlliance , lynn paulino

wrote:

>

> I just read that very thing in Teitelbaum's book

> today! Lynn

>

> --- cfpenpal wrote:

>

> > If you are a Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or

> > fibromyalgia patient, every

> > vitamin and mineral can be very important to your

> > health.

[Guest guest]

Sharon,

I would be very interested to learn more. I take Acidophillus (30 billion a

day) right now. I can tell if I have too much sugar by the thrush I get. I

don't really know too much more about it, ie: How do I know when it's gone?

How do I know where it is in my body?

From Blood analysis, I know it's in my blood, but I don't really know where

else it is.

Thanks in advance,

Jane

Sharon wrote:

I've also recently learned that malnutrition is very common if not

the norm with people who have CFS/FMS. Since nutrients are absorbed

through the lining of the intestines, it's vital that they are kept

clean and properly balanced with good bacteria (aka microorganisms

or probiotics). Most people have a complete reversal of bacteria:

Should be 85% good bacteria, 15% Candida (Yes, we do need some!) yet

most have 85% Candida. This can host quite a few health problems,

like brain fog and allergies.

[Guest guest]

Hi Sharon! I would love the diet. I do have Candida

in my intestines and am now being treated for it.

Thanks! lynn

--- Sharon wrote:

> I've also recently learned that malnutrition is very

> common if not

> the norm with people who have CFS/FMS. Since

> nutrients are absorbed

> through the lining of the intestines, it's vital

> that they are kept

> clean and properly balanced with good bacteria (aka

> microorganisms

> or probiotics). Most people have a complete

> reversal of bacteria:

> Should be 85% good bacteria, 15% Candida (Yes, we do

> need some!) yet

> most have 85% Candida. This can host quite a few

> health problems,

> like brain fog and allergies.

[Guest guest]

Hi ! You are better off keeping completely off

of carbs except the ones in fresh fruits and

vegitables. I have CFS, FM, Yeast in my intestines,

EBV and Hypoglycemia. I get very sick and tired if I

eat sweets! YUch! Lynn

[Guest guest]

Dear Sharon,

I would love to know more. I went on a very very strict anti-candida diet.

The only fruit allowed was granny smith apples. No sugar or dairy products.

Only lamb and only small amounts of sweet veges-like corn and sweet potatoes. I

almost got rid of the candida-which was surrounding all most every cell in my

body and all through my body. You could see the fungus all around the cells and

then crystals formed in between. As soon as I went back on fruit it came back

with a vengence!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have tried everything the doctor offers and even

she has given up. I totally avoid antibiodics. Unfortunately, in the past I

have had to take a lot-I had 5 bouts of very bad pneumonia. In one bout I also

had micoplasma and pleurisy and an enlarged heart from it. I was on antibiodics

for about 6 months that time to try and clear everything up. If you could get

rid of the candida I would be so overjoyed.

Regards nerida

Sharon wrote:

I've also recently learned that malnutrition is very common if not

the norm with people who have CFS/FMS. Since nutrients are absorbed

through the lining of the intestines, it's vital that they are kept

clean and properly balanced with good bacteria (aka microorganisms

or probiotics). Most people have a complete reversal of bacteria:

Should be 85% good bacteria, 15% Candida (Yes, we do need some!) yet

most have 85% Candida. This can host quite a few health problems,

like brain fog and allergies.

[Guest guest]

There are holistic remedies for Candida but the basic diet to not eat yeast

(duh) or refined sugars that can encourage yeast growth.

That means give up entirely until the Candida is cured and then limit after

that:

breads made with yeast

anything fermented or mold:

vinegar or any condiment with vinegar, mustard, pickles, olives, salad

dressings with vinegar

beer

cider

mushrooms

Also good to avoid: processed foods like lunch meat and hot dogs

OK to eat and good to substitute forever:

lemon juice instead of vinegar in salad dressings

Hope this helps.

[Guest guest]

Hi Nerida! I'm watching myself on a diet also. What

bothers me I just don't eat. I blew it today though

when I had cheese. And Sharon, I would love to know

more! Help! Lynn

--- nerida brown wrote:

> Dear Sharon,

>

> I would love to know more. I went on a very very

> strict anti-candida diet. The only fruit allowed

> was granny smith apples. No sugar or dairy

> products. Only lamb and only small amounts of sweet

> veges-like corn and sweet potatoes. I almost got

> rid of the candida-which was surrounding all most

> every cell in my body and all through my body. You

> could see the fungus all around the cells and then

> crystals formed in between. As soon as I went back

> on fruit it came back with a vengence!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Guest guest]

: What about cheese? Dosen't that have yeast in

it also. I read in Dr. Teitelbaum's book that it did.

Lynn

[Guest guest]

Cheese is mold. While you have active Candida, no.

Later you can eat it in moderation.

Re: CFS & FM: Yeast Problems

: What about cheese? Dosen't that have yeast in

it also. I read in Dr. Teitelbaum's book that it did.

Lynn