symptoms and how they relate to each other...fungal, metals, deficiencies, toxic

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Candida SymptomsYeast/Fungal Overgrowth (Candidias) has been found to be a factor in many disorders and is found in millions of people who can not figure out what is wrong with them. Symptoms appear to be very diverse and vary from individual to individual. This is one of the reasons that yeast is difficult to diagnose. It also makes it difficult for doctors to understand the symptoms that we all deal with on a daily basis. This is a listing of some of the symptoms that may be associated with candida.If you have some of the symptoms listed below, you may have candida. Please take this questionnaire or the saliva test to find out how severe it may be.

incapacitating fatigueconcentration/focus problems short term memorypainful jointsmuscle achesextreme tightness in the neck and shouldersacid reflux brown colored mucus in the back of the throat white or blood blisters in the mouth/tongue/throat unrefreshing sleep sore throat white coated tongue aversion to be touched - "crawling" skin chronic sinusitis frequent urinationdiarrheachronic constipation headaches including migraines visual blurring sensitivity to light eye pain depression irritability anxiety panic attacks personality changes mood swings chills night sweats canker sores shortness of breath hypertension/high blood pressure dizziness and balance problems sensitivity to heat/cold alcohol intolerance gluten intolerance irregular heartbeat irritable bowel constipation and/or diarrhea painful gas/abdominal bloating low grade fever or low body temperature numbness/tingling in the face or extremities dryness of mouth and eyes difficulty swallowing projectile vomiting menstrual problems (PMS/endometriosis) recurrent yeast infections recurrent ear infections skin rashes dry/flaking skin eczema dermatitis acne skin discoloration/blotchiness dandruff jock and rectal itching chronic athlete's foot chronic toenail and fingernail fungus ringing in the ears (tinnitus) allergies sensitivity to noise/sounds sensitivity to foods sensitivity to chemicals sensitivity to odors anemia weight changes without changes in diet lightheadedness feeling in a fog fainting muscle twitching muscle weakness jerky-leg syndrome low sex drive

To a person who does not suffer with some combination of these bizarre symptoms it is almost impossible to understand what those of us who do suffer contend with on a daily basis. It is a blessing to have confirmation that there may be some common element pulling all of this together. What a relief to know that we are not out there all on our own. There are millions of people suffering silently right beside us.

Candida condition may also be an underlying factor in the following diseases. However, it is often not diagnosed, misdiagnosed, disputed to even exist or is disregarded all together. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Fibromyalgia Syndrome Lupus Hypothyroidism Crohn's Disease Leaky Gut Syndrome Irritable Bowel Syndrome Celiac Disease Chronic Sinusitis Atopic Eczema GI dysbiosis Adrenal dysfunction cea Psoriasis Macular Degeneration Barret's Esophagus Lactose Intolerance Meniere's Disease Depression Alzheimer's It may even be related to things like: Autism ADHD ADD Headaches/migraines Fatigue Schizophrenia

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Magnesium Deficiency Symptoms Candida coats the intestinal wall and disrupts your digestion in many different ways. This can lead to mild to severe nutritional deficiencies. One of the most common deficiencies that candida sufferers struggle with is magnesium deficiencies. Magnesium is a very important mineral and if you are lacking in it you may see any or all of these symptoms.

- muscle twitches, soreness, cramps, spasms, tension and tightness - heart palpitations, heart arrythmias - leg spasms, charlie horses, restless leg syndrome - back aches, neck pain - headaches, migraines -jaw joint problems - needing to sigh a lot, unable to take a deep breath -chest tightness -urinary spasms -constipation -menstrual cramps, premenstrual irritability -difficulty swallowing, a feeling of a lump in the throat -insomnia -light sensitivity, loud noise sensitivity -anxiety, panic attacks -hyperactivity -high blood pressure -numbness, tingling, zips, zaps and other vibratory sensations -being uptight or prone to temper -angina -hiccups The candida causes this, but taking a candida cleanse will not always clear up nutritional problems. You really need to fill the deficiency by taking an excellent magnesium supplement. We recommend Natural Calm Magnesium from Gillham.

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Toxicity Symptoms Candida cleanses go hand in hand with toxicity in the body. Candida, itself, creates many toxins in the body called mycotoxins. Some of these are acetaldehyde (which the liver converts to alcohol), formaldehyde, aflatoxin (one of the most carcinigous substances known to man) and many others. As you go through a candida cleanse, the dead candida will also become a toxin that the body must handle. These dead candida organisms can be overwhelming to the system; if you can't get them out, they tend to circulate just adding more toxicity to an already overburdened system. We also take in toxins in our normal day-to-day lives. There are toxins in our foods and in the environment. If you are noticing these types of symptoms then you are toxic and need to address the issue.

-headaches/migraines-skin rashes (especially if they travel around) -itchiness that travels around the body-skin breakouts-brain fog-joint or muscle pain that travels around the body-tightness in the muscles-insomnia-vivid or bad dreams-anxiety/depression-suicidal thoughts-dizziness or vertigo-night sweats-fevers-vaginal discharge/itching-other skin conditions (eczema or psoriasis flares)Toxicity symptoms are straightforward to address. 1. Drink plenty of water to help flush your system of toxins. The recommended amount of water to drink is 1/2 of your body weight in fluid ounces. When one a cleanse, however, it is a good idea to drink a little more than that.2. A good, soluble fiber is an excellent place to start. We prefer a pysillium-based fiber, but if you can not tolerate pysillium products, apple pectin and oat bran will work, too. The fiber wraps around the toxins and draws them out of your system and into the stool which you can then expel. 3. Epsom salt baths are very helpful in drawing toxins out of the system. We recommend 1 cup of Epsom Salt in a warm bath. If you are having trouble with pain, you can place 2 tsp of grated, raw ginger in the bath water. Soak for 15-20 minutes.

4. One of the MOST efficient ways to detox quickly is with an Infa-Red Sauna. Just 20 minutes, 2-3 times per week in an Infa-Red Sauna will keep your lymphatic system and the rest of your body clear of toxins. A regular dry sauna will work, as well. Steam rooms would also be all right to do, although I prefer the dry sauna. The wet environment in a steam room could encourage candida which prefers a moist environment.

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Heavy Metal Symptoms Many people with chronic cases of candida may have heavy metal issues. Heavy metal toxicity is the toxic accumulation of heavy metals in the soft body tissue. Sadly, heavy metal issues are more common than you might expect. One of the most common heavy metals in the body today is mercury, we get mercury from the fillings in our teeth and mercury-based vaccinations. Aluminum is increasing rapidly as it is being deposited in our bodies by aluminum foil, cookware, deodorant and soda cans. Cadium and Arsenic can get in the system if you are a smoker or are around someone who smokes. Lead poisoning was more common before the restrictions on lead in paint were enforced, but those of us raised in older homes may have been exposed.The symptoms of heavy metal issues may include (these will vary in intensity depending on the amount of heavy metal in the system and how the body deals with it):

-vomiting-diarhhea-nausea-stomach pain-headache-sweating-metallic taste in the mouth-impairment of cognitive/motor skills -numbness-burning sensation in the skin-dizziness-immune suppression-nervous system disorders-anemia-skin rashes-high blood pressure-memory loss/mental confusion -tremors-candida-hyperactivity-muscle weakness/aches -autism-visual problems-kidney problems-chronic fatigue If you have candida that keeps coming back and also have some of the above symptoms, you may have a heavy metal issue. You can be tested for this by doing a Hair Analysis. There are some amazing chelating agents available to get rid of heavy metals now. Our favorite is called Metal-Free. It is a sublingual spray that effectively pulls all of the heavy metals out of the system and is safe for everyone to use, even children!

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Parasite Symptoms "A parasite cleanse? Me?... Ooohhhhh noooooo, I am sure I don't need a parasite cleanse. Yes, I know, 90% of the people probably need a parasite cleanse. Yes, I have eaten sushi (a lot) and I have had a couple of pet dogs, a number of cats, 3 horses, a bird in the house and live on a farm. Sure, I feel it is necessary to worm all of my animals and pets, but I am certain that I don't have parasites. After all, how would I get them?!?!?" I took a look at the risk factors to decide if parasites might be an issue for me...

If you experience some of these symptoms you may have parasites. - Bloating - Foggy Memory - Food Cravings- Mild Nagging Headache - Anal Itching- Insomnia- Bronchitis - Tiny, Red Abrasions That Itch - Rash- Irritable or Grumpy- Malabsorption- Gas - Allergies - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Abdominal Cramping - Anemia - Candidiasis- Coughing - Fever - Restlessness

Where can you pick up parasites? Many different places, I am afraid...-Pet Bird - Eating Sushi - Pet Cat - Pet Dog - Pet Ferret - Crave Sweets If you have 3 or less of the above symptoms or exposures your health risk is medium. If you have 4-7 of the above symptoms or exposures your health risk is high. If you have 7 or more of the above symptoms or exposures your health risk extremely high. Other indications of a parasite problem - this list came from Curezone.com: Have digestive problems? (gas, bloating, constipation or diarrhea that come and go but never really clear up) Have gastrointestinal symptoms and bulky stools with excess fat in feces? Suffer with food sensitivities and environmental intolerance? Developed allergic-like reactions and can’t understand why? Have joint and muscle pains and inflammation often assumed to be arthritis? Suffer with anemia or iron deficiency (pernicious anemia)? Have hives, rashes, weeping eczema, cutaneous ulcers, swelling, sores, papular lesions, itchy dermatitis? Suffer with restlessness and anxiety? Experience multiple awakenings during the night particularly between 2 and 3 am? Grind your teeth? Have an excessive amount of bacterial or viral infections? Depressed? Difficulty gaining or losing weight no matter what you do? Did a Candida program which either didn’t help at all or helped somewhat but you still can’t stay away from bread, alcohol, fruit, or fruit juices? Just can’t figure out why you don’t feel really great and neither can your doctor? Have itchy ears, nose, anus Have forgetfulness, slow reflexes, Have gas and bloating, Have unclear thinking; Have loss of appetite, yellowish face Have fast heartbeat, heart pain, Have pain in the navel; Feel that you are eating more than normal but still feeling hungry; Have pain in the back, thighs, shoulders; Experience lethargy; numb hands; burning sensation in the stomach; Are you drooling while sleeping; Do you have damp lips at night, Do you have dry lips during the day, Are you grinding your teeth while asleep; bed wetting; women: problems with the menstrual cycle; men: sexual dysfunction; Sadly, parasites do go hand in hand with candida cleansing. If you have done a candida cleanse and are noticing an increase in some of the symptoms listed above, you probably have parasites. The best parasite cleanse that we have taken is called Paratrex.

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Candida SymptomsYeast/Fungal Overgrowth (Candidias) has been found to be a factor in many disorders and is found in millions of people who can not figure out what is wrong with them. Symptoms appear to be very diverse and vary from individual to individual. This is one of the reasons that yeast is difficult to diagnose. It also makes it difficult for doctors to understand the symptoms that we all deal with on a daily basis. This is a listing of some of the symptoms that may be associated with candida.If you have some of the symptoms listed below, you may have candida. Please take this questionnaire or the saliva test to find out how severe it may be.

incapacitating fatigueconcentration/focus problems short term memorypainful jointsmuscle achesextreme tightness in the neck and shouldersacid reflux brown colored mucus in the back of the throat white or blood blisters in the mouth/tongue/throat unrefreshing sleep sore throat white coated tongue aversion to be touched - "crawling" skin chronic sinusitis frequent urinationdiarrheachronic constipation headaches including migraines visual blurring sensitivity to light eye pain depression irritability anxiety panic attacks personality changes mood swings chills night sweats canker sores shortness of breath hypertension/high blood pressure dizziness and balance problems sensitivity to heat/cold alcohol intolerance gluten intolerance irregular heartbeat irritable bowel constipation and/or diarrhea painful gas/abdominal bloating low grade fever or low body temperature numbness/tingling in the face or extremities dryness of mouth and eyes difficulty swallowing projectile vomiting menstrual problems (PMS/endometriosis) recurrent yeast infections recurrent ear infections skin rashes dry/flaking skin eczema dermatitis acne skin discoloration/blotchiness dandruff jock and rectal itching chronic athlete's foot chronic toenail and fingernail fungus ringing in the ears (tinnitus) allergies sensitivity to noise/sounds sensitivity to foods sensitivity to chemicals sensitivity to odors anemia weight changes without changes in diet lightheadedness feeling in a fog fainting muscle twitching muscle weakness jerky-leg syndrome low sex drive

To a person who does not suffer with some combination of these bizarre symptoms it is almost impossible to understand what those of us who do suffer contend with on a daily basis. It is a blessing to have confirmation that there may be some common element pulling all of this together. What a relief to know that we are not out there all on our own. There are millions of people suffering silently right beside us.

Candida condition may also be an underlying factor in the following diseases. However, it is often not diagnosed, misdiagnosed, disputed to even exist or is disregarded all together. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Fibromyalgia Syndrome Lupus Hypothyroidism Crohn's Disease Leaky Gut Syndrome Irritable Bowel Syndrome Celiac Disease Chronic Sinusitis Atopic Eczema GI dysbiosis Adrenal dysfunction cea Psoriasis Macular Degeneration Barret's Esophagus Lactose Intolerance Meniere's Disease Depression Alzheimer's It may even be related to things like: Autism ADHD ADD Headaches/migraines Fatigue Schizophrenia

http://www.stopyeast.com/magnesium-symptoms.html,

Magnesium Deficiency Symptoms Candida coats the intestinal wall and disrupts your digestion in many different ways. This can lead to mild to severe nutritional deficiencies. One of the most common deficiencies that candida sufferers struggle with is magnesium deficiencies. Magnesium is a very important mineral and if you are lacking in it you may see any or all of these symptoms.

- muscle twitches, soreness, cramps, spasms, tension and tightness - heart palpitations, heart arrythmias - leg spasms, charlie horses, restless leg syndrome - back aches, neck pain - headaches, migraines -jaw joint problems - needing to sigh a lot, unable to take a deep breath -chest tightness -urinary spasms -constipation -menstrual cramps, premenstrual irritability -difficulty swallowing, a feeling of a lump in the throat -insomnia -light sensitivity, loud noise sensitivity -anxiety, panic attacks -hyperactivity -high blood pressure -numbness, tingling, zips, zaps and other vibratory sensations -being uptight or prone to temper -angina -hiccups The candida causes this, but taking a candida cleanse will not always clear up nutritional problems. You really need to fill the deficiency by taking an excellent magnesium supplement. We recommend Natural Calm Magnesium from Gillham.

http://www.stopyeast.com/toxicity-symptoms.html

Toxicity Symptoms Candida cleanses go hand in hand with toxicity in the body. Candida, itself, creates many toxins in the body called mycotoxins. Some of these are acetaldehyde (which the liver converts to alcohol), formaldehyde, aflatoxin (one of the most carcinigous substances known to man) and many others. As you go through a candida cleanse, the dead candida will also become a toxin that the body must handle. These dead candida organisms can be overwhelming to the system; if you can't get them out, they tend to circulate just adding more toxicity to an already overburdened system. We also take in toxins in our normal day-to-day lives. There are toxins in our foods and in the environment. If you are noticing these types of symptoms then you are toxic and need to address the issue.

-headaches/migraines-skin rashes (especially if they travel around) -itchiness that travels around the body-skin breakouts-brain fog-joint or muscle pain that travels around the body-tightness in the muscles-insomnia-vivid or bad dreams-anxiety/depression-suicidal thoughts-dizziness or vertigo-night sweats-fevers-vaginal discharge/itching-other skin conditions (eczema or psoriasis flares)Toxicity symptoms are straightforward to address. 1. Drink plenty of water to help flush your system of toxins. The recommended amount of water to drink is 1/2 of your body weight in fluid ounces. When one a cleanse, however, it is a good idea to drink a little more than that.2. A good, soluble fiber is an excellent place to start. We prefer a pysillium-based fiber, but if you can not tolerate pysillium products, apple pectin and oat bran will work, too. The fiber wraps around the toxins and draws them out of your system and into the stool which you can then expel. 3. Epsom salt baths are very helpful in drawing toxins out of the system. We recommend 1 cup of Epsom Salt in a warm bath. If you are having trouble with pain, you can place 2 tsp of grated, raw ginger in the bath water. Soak for 15-20 minutes.

4. One of the MOST efficient ways to detox quickly is with an Infa-Red Sauna. Just 20 minutes, 2-3 times per week in an Infa-Red Sauna will keep your lymphatic system and the rest of your body clear of toxins. A regular dry sauna will work, as well. Steam rooms would also be all right to do, although I prefer the dry sauna. The wet environment in a steam room could encourage candida which prefers a moist environment.

http://www.stopyeast.com/heavy-metal-toxicity.html

Heavy Metal Symptoms Many people with chronic cases of candida may have heavy metal issues. Heavy metal toxicity is the toxic accumulation of heavy metals in the soft body tissue. Sadly, heavy metal issues are more common than you might expect. One of the most common heavy metals in the body today is mercury, we get mercury from the fillings in our teeth and mercury-based vaccinations. Aluminum is increasing rapidly as it is being deposited in our bodies by aluminum foil, cookware, deodorant and soda cans. Cadium and Arsenic can get in the system if you are a smoker or are around someone who smokes. Lead poisoning was more common before the restrictions on lead in paint were enforced, but those of us raised in older homes may have been exposed.The symptoms of heavy metal issues may include (these will vary in intensity depending on the amount of heavy metal in the system and how the body deals with it):

-vomiting-diarhhea-nausea-stomach pain-headache-sweating-metallic taste in the mouth-impairment of cognitive/motor skills -numbness-burning sensation in the skin-dizziness-immune suppression-nervous system disorders-anemia-skin rashes-high blood pressure-memory loss/mental confusion -tremors-candida-hyperactivity-muscle weakness/aches -autism-visual problems-kidney problems-chronic fatigue If you have candida that keeps coming back and also have some of the above symptoms, you may have a heavy metal issue. You can be tested for this by doing a Hair Analysis. There are some amazing chelating agents available to get rid of heavy metals now. Our favorite is called Metal-Free. It is a sublingual spray that effectively pulls all of the heavy metals out of the system and is safe for everyone to use, even children!

http://www.stopyeast.com/parasite-symptoms.html

Parasite Symptoms "A parasite cleanse? Me?... Ooohhhhh noooooo, I am sure I don't need a parasite cleanse. Yes, I know, 90% of the people probably need a parasite cleanse. Yes, I have eaten sushi (a lot) and I have had a couple of pet dogs, a number of cats, 3 horses, a bird in the house and live on a farm. Sure, I feel it is necessary to worm all of my animals and pets, but I am certain that I don't have parasites. After all, how would I get them?!?!?" I took a look at the risk factors to decide if parasites might be an issue for me...

If you experience some of these symptoms you may have parasites. - Bloating - Foggy Memory - Food Cravings- Mild Nagging Headache - Anal Itching- Insomnia- Bronchitis - Tiny, Red Abrasions That Itch - Rash- Irritable or Grumpy- Malabsorption- Gas - Allergies - Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - Abdominal Cramping - Anemia - Candidiasis- Coughing - Fever - Restlessness

Where can you pick up parasites? Many different places, I am afraid...-Pet Bird - Eating Sushi - Pet Cat - Pet Dog - Pet Ferret - Crave Sweets If you have 3 or less of the above symptoms or exposures your health risk is medium. If you have 4-7 of the above symptoms or exposures your health risk is high. If you have 7 or more of the above symptoms or exposures your health risk extremely high. Other indications of a parasite problem - this list came from Curezone.com: Have digestive problems? (gas, bloating, constipation or diarrhea that come and go but never really clear up) Have gastrointestinal symptoms and bulky stools with excess fat in feces? Suffer with food sensitivities and environmental intolerance? Developed allergic-like reactions and can’t understand why? Have joint and muscle pains and inflammation often assumed to be arthritis? Suffer with anemia or iron deficiency (pernicious anemia)? Have hives, rashes, weeping eczema, cutaneous ulcers, swelling, sores, papular lesions, itchy dermatitis? Suffer with restlessness and anxiety? Experience multiple awakenings during the night particularly between 2 and 3 am? Grind your teeth? Have an excessive amount of bacterial or viral infections? Depressed? Difficulty gaining or losing weight no matter what you do? Did a Candida program which either didn’t help at all or helped somewhat but you still can’t stay away from bread, alcohol, fruit, or fruit juices? Just can’t figure out why you don’t feel really great and neither can your doctor? Have itchy ears, nose, anus Have forgetfulness, slow reflexes, Have gas and bloating, Have unclear thinking; Have loss of appetite, yellowish face Have fast heartbeat, heart pain, Have pain in the navel; Feel that you are eating more than normal but still feeling hungry; Have pain in the back, thighs, shoulders; Experience lethargy; numb hands; burning sensation in the stomach; Are you drooling while sleeping; Do you have damp lips at night, Do you have dry lips during the day, Are you grinding your teeth while asleep; bed wetting; women: problems with the menstrual cycle; men: sexual dysfunction; Sadly, parasites do go hand in hand with candida cleansing. If you have done a candida cleanse and are noticing an increase in some of the symptoms listed above, you probably have parasites. The best parasite cleanse that we have taken is called Paratrex.

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