Guest guest Posted October 11, 2004 Report Share Posted October 11, 2004 Hello, I am looking for any information or references for treating candidiasis in my 2 year old daughter. I have found a great deal of information about treating adults, but not children. If anyone has suggestions about where to look, I would greatly appreciate it. Regards, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 12, 2004 Report Share Posted October 12, 2004 Hello , I'm hear primarily on behalf of my 8 yr old who I realized suffers from candida last year. I've done a lot of research on parent groups for children with issues, and this group also to get an adult perspective. Much of what I have learned from the groups of parents comes from parents of children who are on the autistic spectrum. My daughter is not autistic, however has most of the biomedical markers (including yeast and food sensitivities) found in most autistic children. In addition, my daughter suffers from brain fog and low energy. BUT, things are way better than they were before realizing all of this. Emotionally and the horrible meltdowns can not be avoided. In summary, I'd say the approach is not all that different treating a 2 yr old versus an adult. What you will want to come to terms with, is understanding perhaps what has created this overgrowth situation. Yeast is like a fever, only an indication of something out of balance in the body. There seems to be vary degrees of severity, and obviously many root causes. In the mild cases, I've heard of some people who have some issues perhaps brought on by antibiotics alone, and when they fill the gut with good bacteria things can get reversed. On the more severe cases, perhaps the yeast is generated from the body's attempt to rid the mercury that is stuck in the body creating all sorts of problems. This is often the case with autism, (some believe it should just be called mercury poisoning). Adults here have had great success in cleansing the body via the liver flushes, which apparently relieve a congested liver which has had accumulation of toxicities built up. However obviously this isn't a route for a child, not even recoded until one is 8 or 10 yet I couldn't imagine getting that epson salt down my daughter even if I wanted to. Another thing to look for are food sensitivities, they go hand in hand with yeast. Here are some specific pointers: 1. Restrict all sugars, yeast, vinegar, wheat, potatoes from her diet. Even fruit at first, and then after a few weeks try adding it back in. Depending on the severity and/or all the issues, fruit might or might not be OK. Believe it or not but after you pull the offending items, you will be able to see behaviorally a reaction when something doesn't agree. For my daughter, fruit is still out. But now I am fairly certain the fruit angle isn't so much the sugar angle but her sensitivity to mold, which most fruits have. For some reason, watermelon works for us and no other fruits. The dietary restriction allows the body at least to not be invaded with things making it worse. It will help the yeast start to starve off. Some say stay off of as many carbs as you can, but personally for a 2 year old I wouldn't think of focusing on carb restriction. 2. Be sure to be getting her some good bacteria, perhaps this overgrowth is just a case of temporary imbalance. Here is a link to a great woman who sounding like a sweet old grandma carefully and clearly has these tapes which enlightens you to the whole concept of yeast. Takes are just $20, and I would highly recommend ordering them. http://www.diannecraft.org/index.html 3. Seriously look at dairy. It does feed yeast because of it's sugar/lactose content, but most people with issues can see a direct negative link to dairy. But if you do dairy, PLEASE give her raw/whole fat milk. This will contain the needed enzymes which will assist in the digestion if there is a problem. I originally had my 2.5 yr old on 1% pasteurized milk from 12 months on, and believe switching him to raw milk helped with his language problems because he definitely had an issue-but not any longer. 4. Vaccines-If you haven't given her the shots she gets around 18 mo to 2 years, hold off and do some research first. Many are finding problems here, primarily linked to thimerosal, but this is a whole other topic and chances are you've already had her shots. 5. Here is a group of great parents where you can see and get all sorts of information, site ran by DeFelice. It is not just for autistic children. But really, I've come to realize call these issues whatever you want, it's all linked to the same root cause with different flavors. Also I'd highly suggest reading 's book found on the general website noted below. She does an awesome job at getting you up to speed with the whole concept of the biomedical connection without feeling overwhelmed. Email group: Website with book info: www.enzymestuff.com 6. Lastly, enjoy your little one. And consider yourself blessed for the awareness that there is a problem at this stage. Personally I can look back and see that the many years my daughter had problems the signs were all there, just not the knowledge of any of this. However I too am blessed to have been enlightened at this point, and feel all of this will seriously improve my daughter's quality of life in the long run. Good luck! Kari Candidiasis in 2 yr old Hello, I am looking for any information or references for treating candidiasis in my 2 year old daughter. I have found a great deal of information about treating adults, but not children. If anyone has suggestions about where to look, I would greatly appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 12, 2004 Report Share Posted October 12, 2004 Thank you Kari for the info and the links. The Enzyme site is fascinating and looks very promising. Her diet has been pretty clean since she first began eating because she showed signs of food sensitivity even when nursing, so we are used to a restricted diet. We have always avoided wheat, cow's milk, soy, corn, etc. The hardest part right now is giving up goat yogurt & cheese and fruit. (And she's never had a vaccine). She is on a homeopathic candida remedy, but her food sensitivities have only gotten worse so now I am concerned about that. I am giving her a high dose probiotic supplement 3 times/day. I just feel overwhelmed by the whole idea that this may be a life-long battle for her. Thank you again for the info and links. Regards, Re: Candidiasis in 2 yr old Hello , I'm hear primarily on behalf of my 8 yr old who I realized suffers from candida last year. I've done a lot of research on parent groups for children with issues, and this group also to get an adult perspective. Much of what I have learned from the groups of parents comes from parents of children who are on the autistic spectrum. My daughter is not autistic, however has most of the biomedical markers (including yeast and food sensitivities) found in most autistic children. In addition, my daughter suffers from brain fog and low energy. BUT, things are way better than they were before realizing all of this. Emotionally and the horrible meltdowns can not be avoided. In summary, I'd say the approach is not all that different treating a 2 yr old versus an adult. What you will want to come to terms with, is understanding perhaps what has created this overgrowth situation. Yeast is like a fever, only an indication of something out of balance in the body. There seems to be vary degrees of severity, and obviously many root causes. In the mild cases, I've heard of some people who have some issues perhaps brought on by antibiotics alone, and when they fill the gut with good bacteria things can get reversed. On the more severe cases, perhaps the yeast is generated from the body's attempt to rid the mercury that is stuck in the body creating all sorts of problems. This is often the case with autism, (some believe it should just be called mercury poisoning). Adults here have had great success in cleansing the body via the liver flushes, which apparently relieve a congested liver which has had accumulation of toxicities built up. However obviously this isn't a route for a child, not even recoded until one is 8 or 10 yet I couldn't imagine getting that epson salt down my daughter even if I wanted to. Another thing to look for are food sensitivities, they go hand in hand with yeast. Here are some specific pointers: 1. Restrict all sugars, yeast, vinegar, wheat, potatoes from her diet. Even fruit at first, and then after a few weeks try adding it back in. Depending on the severity and/or all the issues, fruit might or might not be OK. Believe it or not but after you pull the offending items, you will be able to see behaviorally a reaction when something doesn't agree. For my daughter, fruit is still out. But now I am fairly certain the fruit angle isn't so much the sugar angle but her sensitivity to mold, which most fruits have. For some reason, watermelon works for us and no other fruits. The dietary restriction allows the body at least to not be invaded with things making it worse. It will help the yeast start to starve off. Some say stay off of as many carbs as you can, but personally for a 2 year old I wouldn't think of focusing on carb restriction. 2. Be sure to be getting her some good bacteria, perhaps this overgrowth is just a case of temporary imbalance. Here is a link to a great woman who sounding like a sweet old grandma carefully and clearly has these tapes which enlightens you to the whole concept of yeast. Takes are just $20, and I would highly recommend ordering them. http://www.diannecraft.org/index.html 3. Seriously look at dairy. It does feed yeast because of it's sugar/lactose content, but most people with issues can see a direct negative link to dairy. But if you do dairy, PLEASE give her raw/whole fat milk. This will contain the needed enzymes which will assist in the digestion if there is a problem. I originally had my 2.5 yr old on 1% pasteurized milk from 12 months on, and believe switching him to raw milk helped with his language problems because he definitely had an issue-but not any longer. 4. Vaccines-If you haven't given her the shots she gets around 18 mo to 2 years, hold off and do some research first. Many are finding problems here, primarily linked to thimerosal, but this is a whole other topic and chances are you've already had her shots. 5. Here is a group of great parents where you can see and get all sorts of information, site ran by DeFelice. It is not just for autistic children. But really, I've come to realize call these issues whatever you want, it's all linked to the same root cause with different flavors. Also I'd highly suggest reading 's book found on the general website noted below. She does an awesome job at getting you up to speed with the whole concept of the biomedical connection without feeling overwhelmed. Email group: Website with book info: www.enzymestuff.com 6. Lastly, enjoy your little one. And consider yourself blessed for the awareness that there is a problem at this stage. Personally I can look back and see that the many years my daughter had problems the signs were all there, just not the knowledge of any of this. However I too am blessed to have been enlightened at this point, and feel all of this will seriously improve my daughter's quality of life in the long run. Good luck! Kari Candidiasis in 2 yr old Hello, I am looking for any information or references for treating candidiasis in my 2 year old daughter. I have found a great deal of information about treating adults, but not children. If anyone has suggestions about where to look, I would greatly appreciate it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 12, 2004 Report Share Posted October 12, 2004 Hi , Sounds like in your situation your daughter might be an excellent candidate for Houston enzymes. You'll find so much information in 's book, and then you will see from the email group that what she is saying is really true. Many of the examples of her success stories noted post regularily on the site, along with Dr. Houston himself. There are children who have horrible sensitivities that are able to eat some foods with the air of the Houston enzymes. That is awesome about the vaccinations. Also I am experimenting with a therapy called bioset for myself and my daughter. The main focus, is to supposedly be able to help rid the body of sensitivity issues through energy type medicine. It really seems a bit out there, but I have done a lot of research on it and feel there is something to it- just not a given as to why it works for some and not others. I have mild issues, and my daughter has major issues. Soon I'll be able to comment on whether or not it seems to be having an effect on us. But what is encouraging about this therapy is that it is non invasive, and if it works, focuses on fixing the root or part of the root problem which they find are linked to blockages in the energy pathway channels. Similiar in concept to accupuncture/accupressure, just mixes modern technology in to measure this energy feedback. One thing I will say is the bioset test found everything all the other tests found (IGG/stool/organic oats test) and additional insght also. Unfortunately some find it works, but due to perhaps the reason for the issues the problems come back. This is often the case for autistic children who have heavy metal issues, so many use this therapy along with chelation. Good luck, Kari > Thank you Kari for the info and the links. The Enzyme site is > fascinating and looks very promising. > > > > Her diet has been pretty clean since she first began eating because she > showed signs of food sensitivity even when nursing, so we are used to a > restricted diet. We have always avoided wheat, cow's milk, soy, corn, > etc. The hardest part right now is giving up goat yogurt & cheese and > fruit. (And she's never had a vaccine). > > > > She is on a homeopathic candida remedy, but her food sensitivities have > only gotten worse so now I am concerned about that. I am giving her a > high dose probiotic supplement 3 times/day. I just feel overwhelmed by > the whole idea that this may be a life-long battle for her. > > > > Thank you again for the info and links. > > > > Regards, > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 12, 2004 Report Share Posted October 12, 2004 Hi , Sounds like in your situation your daughter might be an excellent candidate for Houston enzymes. You'll find so much information in 's book, and then you will see from the email group that what she is saying is really true. Many of the examples of her success stories noted post regularily on the site, along with Dr. Houston himself. There are children who have horrible sensitivities that are able to eat some foods with the air of the Houston enzymes. That is awesome about the vaccinations. Also I am experimenting with a therapy called bioset for myself and my daughter. The main focus, is to supposedly be able to help rid the body of sensitivity issues through energy type medicine. It really seems a bit out there, but I have done a lot of research on it and feel there is something to it- just not a given as to why it works for some and not others. I have mild issues, and my daughter has major issues. Soon I'll be able to comment on whether or not it seems to be having an effect on us. But what is encouraging about this therapy is that it is non invasive, and if it works, focuses on fixing the root or part of the root problem which they find are linked to blockages in the energy pathway channels. Similiar in concept to accupuncture/accupressure, just mixes modern technology in to measure this energy feedback. One thing I will say is the bioset test found everything all the other tests found (IGG/stool/organic oats test) and additional insght also. Unfortunately some find it works, but due to perhaps the reason for the issues the problems come back. This is often the case for autistic children who have heavy metal issues, so many use this therapy along with chelation. Good luck, Kari > Thank you Kari for the info and the links. The Enzyme site is > fascinating and looks very promising. > > > > Her diet has been pretty clean since she first began eating because she > showed signs of food sensitivity even when nursing, so we are used to a > restricted diet. We have always avoided wheat, cow's milk, soy, corn, > etc. The hardest part right now is giving up goat yogurt & cheese and > fruit. (And she's never had a vaccine). > > > > She is on a homeopathic candida remedy, but her food sensitivities have > only gotten worse so now I am concerned about that. I am giving her a > high dose probiotic supplement 3 times/day. I just feel overwhelmed by > the whole idea that this may be a life-long battle for her. > > > > Thank you again for the info and links. > > > > Regards, > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 12, 2004 Report Share Posted October 12, 2004 Hi Kari, I would be interested in any information or links about the bioset therapy you are trying. We tried NAET when my daughter was 4-6 months old, but she was either too young (they had to muscle test me instead of her) or the candida was already an issue so the NAET didn't work. Anyway, I definitely feel that there is an energetic root to this and would love to explore ways to address that. Thanks for all your great info! Regards, Re: Candidiasis in 2 yr old Hi , Sounds like in your situation your daughter might be an excellent candidate for Houston enzymes. You'll find so much information in 's book, and then you will see from the email group that what she is saying is really true. Many of the examples of her success stories noted post regularily on the site, along with Dr. Houston himself. There are children who have horrible sensitivities that are able to eat some foods with the air of the Houston enzymes. That is awesome about the vaccinations. Also I am experimenting with a therapy called bioset for myself and my daughter. The main focus, is to supposedly be able to help rid the body of sensitivity issues through energy type medicine. It really seems a bit out there, but I have done a lot of research on it and feel there is something to it- just not a given as to why it works for some and not others. I have mild issues, and my daughter has major issues. Soon I'll be able to comment on whether or not it seems to be having an effect on us. But what is encouraging about this therapy is that it is non invasive, and if it works, focuses on fixing the root or part of the root problem which they find are linked to blockages in the energy pathway channels. Similiar in concept to accupuncture/accupressure, just mixes modern technology in to measure this energy feedback. One thing I will say is the bioset test found everything all the other tests found (IGG/stool/organic oats test) and additional insght also. Unfortunately some find it works, but due to perhaps the reason for the issues the problems come back. This is often the case for autistic children who have heavy metal issues, so many use this therapy along with chelation. Good luck, Kari > Thank you Kari for the info and the links. The Enzyme site is > fascinating and looks very promising. > > > > Her diet has been pretty clean since she first began eating because she > showed signs of food sensitivity even when nursing, so we are used to a > restricted diet. We have always avoided wheat, cow's milk, soy, corn, > etc. The hardest part right now is giving up goat yogurt & cheese and > fruit. (And she's never had a vaccine). > > > > She is on a homeopathic candida remedy, but her food sensitivities have > only gotten worse so now I am concerned about that. I am giving her a > high dose probiotic supplement 3 times/day. I just feel overwhelmed by > the whole idea that this may be a life-long battle for her. > > > > Thank you again for the info and links. > > > > Regards, > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 13, 2004 Report Share Posted October 13, 2004 Hi I found this information on Dr Mercola's web site, hope you find it useful. Wishing your little one well. McKelvey U.K. Breastfeeding and Yeast Infections By Carolyn Dean, M.D., N.D. The joys of new motherhood are sometimes dampened by the insidious fungus, Candida albicans, for both the breastfeeding mother and her child. Babies With Yeast Infections Infants are vulnerable through the birth process itself as follows: Candida yeast organisms are commonly found in the intestinal tract, vagina and in chronically moist folds of skin, especially in the groin. Yeast overgrowth in women and infants is commonly caused by antibiotics, which upset the body's natural microbial balance, creating an overgrowth of the fungi. Newborns most frequently acquire candida infections in the process of birth, either from the vagina itself or from contact with the mother's external genitalia. They can also contract it because of intestinal imbalances aggravated by a course of antibiotics, for any one number of infections that can occur early in life. An Undetected Case In one particularly distressing case, a 10 month-old baby, who had been on eight courses of antibiotics, came to see me in my office. Within days of birth he was diagnosed with an ear infection and put on antibiotics. The mother, a nurse, suspected yeast but the doctors wouldn't listen to her and said there was no such thing as a yeast ear infection. Finally, when she came to see me, there was a child with a " failure-to-thrive, " diarrhea, gas, bloating, and a slight yeasty smelling discharge from one ear. The mother was still breastfeeding so she immediately began a strict anti-candida diet, ate lots of garlic, took nystatin and probiotics. The baby started probiotics and a very small amount of nystatin powder. Within one month, both the baby's and the mother's symptoms had begun to fully subside. Interestingly enough, this young child did not have the usual " thrush " sign of yeast. Yeast overgrowth usually manifests in the child as thrush, a yeast infection of the mouth and throat. It appears as creamy white, crud-like patches on the tongue, inside the mouth and in the back of the throat. How Candida Spreads Candida can also cause or infect diaper rash in infants and worsen the condition, since the candida fungus grows rampantly on irritated, moist skin. Babies who suck their thumbs can also develop fungal infections around their fingernails, causing redness at the edge of their nails. Babies in diapers should be changed frequently. Gently wash the irritated skin with mild soap, rinse and pat dry. Do not use plastic pants since they hold the moisture in and prevent air circulation. It's not necessary to keep an infected child out of child care as long as child care workers are alerted and are vigilant about washing their hands after contact with diapers, nasal, eye and oral secretions to keep the infection from spreading. Conventional Treatment Options Yeast overgrowth in babies can be, and often is treated with prescription antifungal medications like nystatin. For the short term, nystatin is effective and relatively safe. Nystatin is not absorbed into the blood stream and treats the overgrowth of yeast in the gastrointestinal tract. The decision to use a strong antifungal like fluconazole (brand name Diflucan) is not to be taken lightly. It is absorbed into the blood stream and does have side effects. It's important not to lose sight of the fact that we're talking about babies here. I'm a strong proponent of causing the least harm possible -- and prescription drugs should be avoided whenever possible, especially in children. Natural Treatments Safer and Gentler I'd prefer to see some gentler ways of addressing the problem for starters. Probiotics, yogurt with live acidophilus cultures, garlic, and coconut oil are the safer antifungals to use. (However, Dr. Mercola’s favorite source for probiotics now is to locate some raw milk and convert it to kefir. Kefir is very similar to yogurt but it is much easier to make. All you have to do is add the packet to a quart of raw milk and leave it on the counter over night. Without question it is the best value of probiotics as each quart of kefir has more bacteria than many bottles of probiotics.) For Breastfeeding Women Almost no illness requires a mother to stop breastfeeding. In fact, there is some evidence that continuing to breastfeed during an infection actually helps protect the baby. In this same context, almost no illness in the baby requires stopping breastfeeding either. For nursing mothers, candida infection can cause sore nipples, blocked ducts and mastitis. Sore Nipples While sore nipples can be caused by candida overgrowth, the primary cause of sore nipples is a failure of the baby to latch on properly from the day of birth. (For more information on this, go to breastfeedingonline.com.) Sore nipples caused by failure to latch on usually are worst when the baby first begins to feed and the pain eases as the baby nurses. According to Dr. Jack Newman, whose articles can be found at www.breastfeedingonline.com, sudden, unexplained nipple pain is a sign of a possible candida infection. " The pain may also come on gradually due to other causes, " says Dr. Newman. Yeast infections can also cause cracks around the nipples. Bacterial infections can also occur in breastfeeding mothers and occasionally in women who are not breastfeeding or pregnant. They have even been known to occur in infants. Mastitis is not the same problem as blocked milk ducts. Blocked ducts can often be treated with hot compresses. Mastitis usually requires treatment with antibiotics. Anyone who is treated with antibiotics should take probiotics to prevent an imbalance of intestinal microbes that can open the door to candida overgrowth. Symptoms of a blocked duct include swollen hard masses, redness and pain. Mastitis is always characterized by hardness, pain, redness and swelling in the breast. There may or may not be flu-like symptoms and fever, but these alone are insufficient for a diagnosis of mastitis. Abscesses may be signs of complications of mastitis. They must be surgically drained, but again, do not require the mother to stop breastfeeding. Yeast-Related Breastfeeding Problems Candida yeast infections in the nipple and milk ducts are not likely to occur unless there is broken skin, a rash or a tear in a mucous membrane. What begins as sore nipples can become a candida infection if oozing serum from a cracked nipple turns candida free from its harmless form to an infection. Candida infections of the nipples or in milk ducts are difficult to diagnose. There is no definitive test for candida in these cases because either a positive or a negative culture can be incorrect. A woman with a history of vaginitis or other yeast-related problems is more likely to have an infection in her breasts. Whether or not the baby has a candida infection is also not a positive indicator of the presence of a candida infection in the mother. Symptoms of candida infections in the nipples or milk ducts: The infection may occur after antibiotic use by either mother or child. Nipple pain after a period of pain-free nursing. Burning nipple pain throughout the feeding. Shooting pain in the breast that worsens toward the end of the feeding. Pain may increase after the feeding ends. Pain may also radiate through the arm and shoulder. Itching sometimes occurs. Skin around the nipple may be smooth and shiny. Pain, which improves after the use of gentian violet. Treating Candida Infections in the Breast Gentian violet The first line of attack against candida infections in the breast is gentian violet, an old fashioned remedy that is safe, works quickly and is effective for about 70 percent of women with this problem. Eight steps on how to use gentian violet: Mother should be uncovered from the waist up. Baby should be undressed to the diaper. (Note: Gentian violet is messy and it will stain.) Dip a Q-Tip in the gentian violet. Put purple end in baby's mouth and let them suck on it or smear it around the inside of cheeks and on their tongue. Put the baby to the breast. This allows treatment of the breast. Paint the other nipple with gentian violet, if you are only nursing on one side for this feeding. Repeat each day for three to four days. Do not continue if relief has not occurred in four days. Do not use artificial nipples for feeding. If this is unavoidable, boil them daily and cover them with gentian violet. Occasionally, a baby will get sores in the mouth from gentian violet treatment. If this occurs, stop treatment and contact a pediatrician. Nystatin and Diflucan (fluconazole) If the gentian violet treatment fails, the prescription antifungal medication fluconazole or Diflucan is the recommended treatment. Most doctors doubt that nystatin will work locally if gentian violet did not. It may be worth a try if a mother wants to avoid the stronger and more expensive Diflucan. Using nystatin powder in a paste and taking nystatin by mouth may help resolve the problem. If Diflucan is used, be aware that this drug stops candida fungi from multiplying, but does not actually kill the yeast, so it may take several days to be effective. Fluconazole does appear in breast milk, and the baby will definitely get some, which actually can help treat the baby's candida infection at the same time, if there is one. It is said to be harmless if the baby is not infected. However, it is a chemical medication and will require detoxification by the baby's liver. There have been no reported complications in babies exposed to fluconazole in breast milk, so it is probably safe and advantageous to continue breastfeeding. Some doctors may tell mothers they must stop breastfeeding if they are taking Diflucan. According to breastfeeding expert, Dr. Jack Newman, that is not the case. The benefits of breastfeeding probably outweigh any negative side effects. Some candida strains are becoming resistant to Diflucan, so the operative dosage is a 200-mg. first dose followed by two full weeks of 100 mg. a day to ensure effectiveness. Most doctors want to see the mother symptom-free for a week before medication is stopped to prevent recurrence. Other Treatment Options The standard anti-candida diet will be very helpful in treating breastfeeding mothers with candida infections and must be an ongoing process. This essentially involves eliminating all sugar, processed, fermented foods and foods containing yeast for at least three weeks. In addition, eating organic yogurt daily and taking a good quality probiotic will help re-colonize the digestive tract with healthy micro-organisms and bolster the immune system to fight off the infection in other parts of the body. For more information about the anti-candida diet, yeast problems in general, other natural ways to approach yeast overgrowth and for the highest quality supplements for women with yeast problems, go to: www.yeastconnection.com. Carolyn Dean, M.D., N.D., is medical advisor to Woman's Health Connection at www.yeastconnection.com and is featured on the website's " Ask A Pro " page. Her latest books are The Miracle of Magnesium and Natural Prescriptions for Common Ailments. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Mercola's Comment: The author of this article, Dr. Dean, is a key health advisor to www.yeastconnection.com, a Web site I highly recommend to women based on the pioneering work of the late Dr. Crook. Dr. Crook, one of my first mentors and a friend was the author of the classic book, The Yeast Connection, and many other bestsellers that helped millions of women. He was instrumental in helping me recognize that there was a wide network of physicians who understood the importance of nutrition. He indirectly helped connect me to this network and I will be ever grateful for his guidance in this area as that was really the beginning of my journey into high-level natural health. His great legacy is being carried on at www.yeastconnection.com, where you will find out all the latest insights on how Candida yeast causes problems in your body, and how to alleviate them. I can't stress enough my favorite source for probiotics now is to find raw milk and convert it to kefir. Kefir is very similar to yogurt but it is much easier to make. All you have to do is add the packet to a quart of raw milk and leave it on the counter over night. Without question, it is the best value of probiotics as each quart of kefir has more bacteria than many bottles of probiotics. There's no need to worry if you are lactose intolerant either, because raw milk has lactase which breaks down the lactose that is not digested by the kefir. It is very rare that someone who is unable to tolerate raw milk can’t tolerate commercial pasteurized dairy. You can purchase one kefir starter pack and produce about 50 gallons of kefir. I've found the best results in normalizing yeast by using raw milk kefir and believe it is one of the best approaches for candida. I absolutely recommend it for all of my patients with yeast infections. Related Articles: The Miracle of Magnesium Endometriosis and Women's Health Allergies: Is Yeast a Missing Link? Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue and The Yeast Connection: Is Yeast the Missing Link? PMS and The Yeast Connection Depression: Is Yeast a Missing Link? -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- --- Grosjean <melissag@...> wrote: --------------------------------- Hello, I am looking for any information or references for treating candidiasis in my 2 year old daughter. I have found a great deal of information about treating adults, but not children. If anyone has suggestions about where to look, I would greatly appreciate it. Regards, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 13, 2004 Report Share Posted October 13, 2004 Try this one, too. http://www.parentsofallergicchildren.org/contents.htm Grosjean wrote: > Thank you Kari for the info and the links. The Enzyme site is > fascinating and looks very promising. > > > > Her diet has been pretty clean since she first began eating because > she > showed signs of food sensitivity even when nursing, so we are used to > a > restricted diet. We have always avoided wheat, cow's milk, soy, corn, > > etc. The hardest part right now is giving up goat yogurt & cheese and > > fruit. (And she's never had a vaccine). > > > > She is on a homeopathic candida remedy, but her food sensitivities > have > only gotten worse so now I am concerned about that. I am giving her a > > high dose probiotic supplement 3 times/day. I just feel overwhelmed > by > the whole idea that this may be a life-long battle for her. > > > > Thank you again for the info and links. > > > > Regards, > > > > > > Re: Candidiasis in 2 yr old > > > > Hello , > I'm hear primarily on behalf of my 8 yr old who I realized suffers > from > candida last year. I've done a lot of research on parent groups for > children with issues, and this group also to get an adult perspective. > > Much of what I have learned from the groups of parents comes from > parents of children who are on the autistic spectrum. My daughter is > not autistic, however has most of the biomedical markers (including > yeast and food sensitivities) found in most autistic children. In > addition, my daughter suffers from brain fog and low energy. BUT, > things are way better than they were before realizing all of this. > Emotionally and the horrible meltdowns can not be avoided. > In summary, I'd say the approach is not all that different treating a > 2 > yr old versus an adult. What you will want to come to terms with, is > understanding perhaps what has created this overgrowth situation. > Yeast > is like a fever, only an indication of something out of balance in the > > body. There seems to be vary degrees of severity, and obviously many > root causes. In the mild cases, I've heard of some people who have > some > issues perhaps brought on by antibiotics alone, and when they fill the > > gut with good bacteria things can get reversed. On the more severe > cases, perhaps the yeast is generated from the body's attempt to rid > the > mercury that is stuck in the body creating all sorts of problems. > This > is often the case with autism, (some believe it should just be called > mercury poisoning). Adults here have had great success in cleansing > the > body via the liver flushes, which apparently relieve a congested liver > > which has had accumulation of toxicities built up. However obviously > this isn't a route for a child, not even recoded until one is 8 or 10 > yet I couldn't imagine getting that epson salt down my daughter even > if > I wanted to. Another thing to look for are food sensitivities, they > go > hand in hand with yeast. Here are some specific pointers: > > 1. Restrict all sugars, yeast, vinegar, wheat, potatoes from her > diet. > Even fruit at first, and then after a few weeks try adding it back in. > > Depending on the severity and/or all the issues, fruit might or might > not be OK. Believe it or not but after you pull the offending items, > you will be able to see behaviorally a reaction when something doesn't > > agree. For my daughter, fruit is still out. But now I am fairly > certain the fruit angle isn't so much the sugar angle but her > sensitivity to mold, which most fruits have. For some reason, > watermelon works for us and no other fruits. The dietary restriction > allows the body at least to not be invaded with things making it > worse. > It will help the yeast start to starve off. Some say stay off of as > many carbs as you can, but personally for a 2 year old I wouldn't > think > of focusing on carb restriction. > 2. Be sure to be getting her some good bacteria, perhaps this > overgrowth is just a case of temporary imbalance. Here is a link to a > > great woman who sounding like a sweet old grandma carefully and > clearly > has these tapes which enlightens you to the whole concept of yeast. > Takes are just $20, and I would highly recommend ordering them. > http://www.diannecraft.org/index.html > 3. Seriously look at dairy. It does feed yeast because of it's > sugar/lactose content, but most people with issues can see a direct > negative link to dairy. But if you do dairy, PLEASE give her > raw/whole > fat milk. This will contain the needed enzymes which will assist in > the > digestion if there is a problem. I originally had my 2.5 yr old on 1% > > pasteurized milk from 12 months on, and believe switching him to raw > milk helped with his language problems because he definitely had an > issue-but not any longer. > 4. Vaccines-If you haven't given her the shots she gets around 18 mo > to > 2 years, hold off and do some research first. Many are finding > problems here, primarily linked to thimerosal, but this is a whole > other > topic and chances are you've already had her shots. > 5. Here is a group of great parents where you can see and get all > sorts > of information, site ran by DeFelice. It is not just for > autistic > children. But really, I've come to realize call these issues whatever > > you want, it's all linked to the same root cause with different > flavors. > Also I'd highly suggest reading 's book found on the general > website noted below. She does an awesome job at getting you up to > speed > with the whole concept of the biomedical connection without feeling > overwhelmed. > Email group: > Website with book info: www.enzymestuff.com > 6. Lastly, enjoy your little one. And consider yourself blessed for > the awareness that there is a problem at this stage. Personally I can > > look back and see that the many years my daughter had problems the > signs > were all there, just not the knowledge of any of this. However I too > am > blessed to have been enlightened at this point, and feel all of this > will seriously improve my daughter's quality of life in the long run. > Good luck! > Kari > > Candidiasis in 2 yr old > > > Hello, > > > > I am looking for any information or references for treating > candidiasis > in my 2 year old daughter. I have found a great deal of information > > about treating adults, but not children. If anyone has suggestions > about where to look, I would greatly appreciate it. > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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