New Member - My Story

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Greetings and Happy New Year to All!

I was recently diagnosed with Candida overgrowth by my " new " ND. I

have been on a quest of trying to conquer my problems with chronic

Sinusitus, Blepharitis, IBS, Leaky Gut, etc. for about 25 yrs. I

have seen numerous MDs over the years - Allergists, ENTs,

Internists, GPs, all with little success. I truly hope that I have

finally disovered a way to treat the root of my physical and often

psychological health issues!

A couple of yrs ago, an ophthalmologist diagnosed my Blepharitis to

be related to cea. Upon learning this, I discovered a cean

Diet plan (low carb high protein - Atkins style) which helped

control cea symptoms. After following the diet for several

weeks I noticed that my sinus problems rapidly improved and so I

discontinued all my perscription and OTC NSAIDs, decongestants, and

antihistamines. Shortly thereafter I learned of the D'Adamo " Eat

Right for Your Type " Blood Type Diet (Type O) which I have been

compliant with for 1.5 yrs. This diet focuses on foods that are

Beneficial, Neutral, and Avoids for individuals based on blood types

ABOAB. The diet is based upon studies of the genetic differences of

the ABO blood group antigens and how our digestive systems respond

to various foods. Blood type O's for instance are reportedly

related to hunter-gatherers which had diets high in meat-based

protein. O's main Beneficials are Red Meat, Fish & Green Leafy

Vegies. Some Avoids are Pork, Dairy, Wheat & Corn.

Following the diet has definitely helped some of my conditions, BUT,

I found that my IBS and digestive related problems to worsen. I

attributed this to a possibly weaken/conjested liver and difficulty

digesting my high protein - low carb diet. Over the past 6 mos. I

have performed 5 liver flushes and 2 parasite cleanes with moderate

success.

3 weeks ago my ND prescribed a treatment of SF722 Antifungal

capsules and HMF replete Probiotics. I have finished this round

medicines and see him on Monday. I have recently begun using Pau

D'Arco tea 2 times daily, Jarrow Probiotics, Kyolic Garlic

(temporarily discontinued), L-Glutamine, & other various supplements.

After dealing with " die off " symtoms and a minor cold over the last

couple of days I believe I am realizing some improvements. I have

read many of the posts from the members of this group and have

learned a lot. Thank you all for your contributions! And Bee your

knowledgable postings to educate us how to fight this frustrating

condition and improve our overall health is greatly appreciated!

Best wishes to all,

Bill