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Introduction
YOU CAN OVERCOME CANDIDA
Chapter 1
SOME CANDIDA BASICS
Chapter 2
ORION TRUSS AND THE ANTIBIOTIC SYNDROME
The cancer microbe generally begins life as mycoplasma. It commonly seems to arise
internally from the disintegration of diseased body cells and specifically from
DNA fragments. With a decline in health and vitality it begins to proliferate and
starts differentiating into various bacterial and later also fungal forms.
By weakening the immune system and the metabolism it prepares the way for the
development of degenerative diseases. Toxins released by the cancer microbe may
also interfere directly with the respiratory chain and make the metabolism
inefficient with an overproduction of lactic acid. This causes general
overacidity, mineral deficiencies, over-sensitivity, inflammations and pain. These
are exactly the same symptoms that result from Candida overgrowth.
Two factors that greatly contribute to the rise of the cancer microbe from simple
mycoplasmas are dead teeth and overgrowth of the intestines with harmful microbes.
Dead teeth and the surrounding jawbone can become concentrated breeding grounds of
harmful microbes, releasing a steady stream of toxins into the circulation.
Overgrowth of the gastro-intestinal tract with harmful microbes has the same
effect on an even larger scale, and is a main cause of autoimmune diseases and
Candida-related problems.
Chapter 3
PRINCIPLES OF CANDIDA TREATMENT
Chapter 4
ANTI-CANDIDA DIET
Supplements
As a general supportive measure use a multivitamin tablet with additional
magnesium, selenium and zinc. With suspected viral infections temporarily take 200
to 400 mcg of selenium daily, in addition to plenty of antioxidants. Also use fish
oils in various forms for their anti-inflammatory properties. Digestive enzymes
with cooked foods help to minimize allergic reactions, and are especially
important with leaky gut syndrome. For inflammatory bowel disease also see Chapter
8.
Many with Candidiasis have benefited from using inulin, a non-digestible
polysaccharide, which helps to feed the beneficial intestinal bacteria, especially
in the colon. It is present in Jerusalem artichokes, chicory roots and dandelion
roots, and may be sold as a white powder, see
http://members.shaw.ca/duncancrow/inulin_prebiotic_probiotic.html. Also some have
found un-denatured whey powder to be helpful in addition.
Iodine helps to protect the mucous membranes from invading fungi. Aim for 3 mg of
daily iodine. The listed values for iodine in kelp vary widely from about 240 mcg
or 0.24 mg to 1.5 mg/g. If you do not know how much iodine is in your kelp or
seaweed you may assume a value of 0.6 mg/g. Gradually increase to 5g or 1 teaspoon
in divided doses with meals or use tablets.
There are no known toxicities from natural or organic iodine as in kelp or
seaweed. However, large amounts of natural iodine can still cause over-activity of
the thyroid gland in susceptible individuals with rapid pulse, overheating,
fatigue and headaches. If you suspect a problem then just cut back on your iodine
intake.
Chapter 5
INTESTINAL SANITATION
Chapter 6
SYSTEMIC CANDIDA THERAPY
Lugol's Solution
If you have reason to believe that other measures have not eliminated all Candida
in the blood or internal tissues, or instead of one of the systemic herbal
remedies, you may take a course of Lugol's solution. That is how Dr Truss
originally cured his patients.
Lugol's solution is an internal iodine solution designed to eliminate Candida and
possibly viruses and other microbes from the bloodstream. Obtain 100 ml of Lugol's
solution, also labeled Aqueous Iodine Oral Solution B.P., from a chemist.
Take a test drop in liquid other then just water to make it taste less strong. If
this does not cause an allergic reaction, continue to take 6 drops 4 times daily
in liquid or mixed with food, but not together with antioxidants at the same time.
Continue for 3 weeks, but interrupt if you develop a serious reaction. Do not take
the iodine for more than 3 weeks; if necessary repeat the course after several
months. However, you may cautiously continue with a few drops daily for a much
longer time, see Iodine: Bring Back the Universal Nutrient Medicine. Instead of
Lugol’s solution also a saturated solution of potassium iodide (SSKI) appears to
be effective if taken in similar amounts
Chapter 7
SUPPORTIVE MEASURES
While using the systemic therapy, you may use additional measures to strengthen
the overall effect. You may, for instance, continue to use raw garlic and coconut
oil. Instead of one of the systemic remedies, or better in addition to it, you may
use colloidal silver, oxygen therapy, caprylic acid, and use an electronic blood
purifier or zapper. Some other antifungal remedies are propolis, extracts of neem
leaves, and the oils of tea tree, neem tree, cinnamon, eucalyptus, mustard,
oregano, shark liver, and thyme.
Coconut Oil
The medium-chain saturated fatty acids in coconut oil are potent antimicrobial
agents, effective against fungi, viruses and many bacteria. The most effective
fatty acids are caprylic acid (with 8 carbon atoms), capric acid (10 carbon atoms)
and lauric acid (12 carbon). They appear to work by causing microbial cell walls
to disintegrate.
Coconut oil is often effective within days. With Candida take initially 4
tablespoons of coconut oil spread out during the day, and after improvement you
may reduce this to 2 tablespoons for several more weeks. Always mix coconut oil
with food and chew well to emulsify. This seems to be effective against systemic
as well as localized infestations, including those of the genitals. However, it is
advisable to apply coconut oil topically as well.
The best commercial product is cold-pressed or virgin coconut oil. However, this
has been stabilized to destroy or remove lipase. Therefore, my preference for
those who have this option is self-made raw coconut cream or milk: press coconut
pieces through a low-speed juicer, or alternatively blend with water, strain and
refrigerate.
For topical applications and for those with fat malabsorption the lipase-rich
fresh coconut milk can be expected to be much more effective than commercial
coconut oil with only a very low concentration of free fatty acids. Alternatively,
you may mix a lipase supplement with coconut oil if you have malabsorption or to
increase its effect with external applications.
Colloidal Silver
Colloidal silver has a long history in medicine as a natural antibiotic. It is
effective in killing bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites and the cancer microbe.
Colloidal silver is commercially available. Commonly the strength of the solution
is five ppm, or up to 50 ppm in very concentrated remedies; the smaller the
colloid particles the better. Colloidal silver works best if applied directly to
the site of infection. Use it to gargle, as vaginal douche, as a colonic, or for
skin infections. Most of it actually is ionic silver which forms ineffective
silver chloride in the stomach when swallowed. Store colloidal silver in a brown
glass bottle and in a dark and cool place as light will precipitate the silver and
make it ineffective. For more information see Colloidal Silver.
Oxygen Therapy
Professional ozone therapy is very effective to clean the blood from microbial
infestation, and has been used in cancer and AIDS therapy. Usually 200 ml of blood
is withdrawn, and after ozonizing re-infused into the patient. This method is
widely used in Germany and Mexican cancer clinics but illegal in most other
western countries. The same applies to hydrogen peroxide infusions.
In self-help therapy hydrogen peroxide or so-called stabilized oxygen tend to be
used. The latter is an unstable oxygenated chlorine compound that easily gives off
oxygen. The usual amount is 10 drops in juice several times daily, but start with
much less and increase gradually. I prefer periodically taking hydrogen peroxide
on an empty stomach before meals and at bedtime.
Another possibility is an ozone generator. Ozone supposedly has the advantage of
releasing active oxygen without requiring enzymes in biological systems, although
I am not sure that this really is an advantage.
Both, ozone and hydrogen peroxide have unstable single oxygen that oxidizes or
peroxidizes any suitable molecule. The beneficial effect appears to be mainly the
peroxidation of unsaturated fatty acids, which then may destroy microbes and
malignant cells. A healthy immune system routinely produces hydrogen peroxide to
kill microbes.
You may dilute 35% hydrogen peroxide, or 3% (10 Volume) or 6% (20 Volume) peroxide
from a supermarket or chemist. Stabilizers present in some of these products are
usually harmless. Best dilute peroxide for daily use to about 3% by adding 1 part
of 35% peroxide to 10 parts of water.
Start taking just a few drops in a glass of water. Gradually increase to 1
teaspoon or more four times daily before meals and at bedtime. If you develop an
aversion against it, just decrease again to a more comfortable level. Swallow
quickly instead of slowly sipping. To disguise the strong aftertaste, add aloe
vera gel and fruit flavors, or herb tea, or water flavored with cinnamon.
You may continue this for a month or two and then reduce the intake to only once
before breakfast. In addition, use hydrogen peroxide to rinse your mouth, and
gargle morning and evening. It helps with thrush and to prevent colds and other
infections, and also tooth decay, and is better than toothpaste.
One teaspoon of 3% peroxide is equivalent to about 12 drops of 35% peroxide. Be
careful handling 35% hydrogen peroxide, flush any accidental spills on clothes or
skin immediately with water or immerse in water. With vaginal thrush douche twice
daily with suitably diluted hydrogen peroxide, keep it inside for some time, and
follow up by applying some probiotic.
Healthy body cells as well as acidophilus bacteria are not normally harmed by
oxygen therapy. In fact acidophilus bacteria produce hydrogen peroxide to destroy
Candida and other fungi. You may see www.oxygenhealth.com for more information on
oxygen therapies.
Urine Therapy
Many individuals have found urine therapy effective against Candida, parasites,
intestinal inflammations and Leaky Gut Syndrome. In its simplest form you may mix
a drop or two of your urine with a spoonful of water and keep this in the mouth
for several minutes to improve immune functions and reduce allergic reactions. In
difficult conditions this may be repeated every two hours. Also you may drink a
cup or glassful of fresh morning urine to improve bowel functions and reduce
Candida activity. For details see Chapter 6 of Towards Radiant Health or
http://www.health-science-spirit.com/urine.html.
Chapter 8
OTHER FUNGUS PROBLEMS
Fungus infestations of the skin, nails, mouth and sexual organs are usually
indicative of systemic fungus infections. In addition to the intestinal and
systemic treatment described above also use local therapy.
Suitable remedies for external problems are garlic, tea tree oil, neem oil, 3%
hydrogen peroxide, sodium bicarbonate, tincture of propolis as well as strong teas
or extracts of neem, olive leaf, pau d’arco and wormwood.
As the fungus largely lives in the skin or under the nails, it is not sufficient
just to rub these remedies on; instead they need to soak into the skin or under
the nails. For skin problems use a pack of some cloth soaked in the selected
remedy, cover with plastic and hold in place with tape, renew once or twice daily
or whenever it feels dry. Generally watery extracts are good for rinsing and
washing the area while oils, especially tea tree oil may be better and longer-
lasting as packs. In addition it is good to frequently use coconut oil on the
body.
Nails may be soaked by putting sodium bicarbonate, tea tree oil, olive leaf
liquid, colloidal silver, diluted Lugol’s solution, hydrogen peroxide or urine
into a cut-off finger of a rubber or plastic glove, and sealing the open end with
tape. Another possibility is to use DMSO, a commercial solvent, to carry a
fungicide through or around the nail to the fungus infestation.
With oral thrush frequently rinse and gargle with sodium bicarbonate, colloidal
silver, diluted hydrogen peroxide or tincture of propolis, garlic, tea tree or
neem oil or a strong anti-microbial tea. You may dilute tea tree or neem oil with
olive oil. For several weeks you may also use several drops of Lugol’s solution in
a tablespoon of water. Do this especially at bedtime and keep in the mouth for as
long as possible. At other times keep some acidophilus in the mouth.
With vaginal thrush frequently douche with the above, and also insert a tampon or
sponge soaked in these. Afterwards insert some acidophilus culture. Keep the
outside dry, the same for fungus problems of the penis. You may sprinkle
acidophilus powder on weeping areas.
Strong itching on any part of the body may be relieved by exposure to blue light,
for instance by covering the affected part with blue cellophane and exposing it to
daylight or electric light.
Asthma and other breathing problems get worse when exposed to molds in the air.
Often the filling of the pillow is moldy and contributes to breathing problems
during the night. If you live in a sunny climate you may frequently expose the
pillow to sunlight, alternatively use an allergy-proof pillow-case.
Breathing difficulties may also be due to fungi growing on the surface of the
lungs. Try spraying a solution of vitamin C (3 to 10%), colloidal silver or 3%
hydrogen peroxide into the mouth, while at the same time taking a deep breath. Use
one for several days and then another; see what works best for you.
Another possibility is to frequently sniff up the fumes from an open bottle of tea
tree oil or eucalyptus oil, close one nostril and then the other. This may also
help with sinus problems. Chronic sinus problems are commonly due to molds. In
addition sniff up colloidal silver or diluted hydrogen peroxide through each
nostril and then spit it out. For other methods to clean the sinuses and overcome
mucus problems see TOWARDS RADIANT HEALTH.
Cachexia
Cachexia is an unintended progressive weight-loss with weakness and muscle-wasting
that is common in the final stages of cancer and AIDS. The patient who inspired Dr
Truss to discover the antibiotic syndrome had cachexia due to Candida overgrowth.
The main cause of cachexia is clearly microbial overgrowth, and in particular
overgrowth with Candida and other fungi and mycoplasmas. These devastate the
immune system and are now polluting the whole body. This can only be reversed with
a concentrated program of anti-microbial therapy, such as alternating very high
doses of wormwood, olive leaf and pau d’arco, in addition to other remedies such
as raw garlic, Lugol’s solution, colloidal silver, oxygen therapy, electronic
blood purifier and magnetic pulser.
Nutritional Support
In addition to re-establishing a healthy intestinal flora, there are several
useful nutrients to improve cachexia, inflammatory bowel disease and the leaky gut
syndrome.
Taking the amino acid L-glutamine before meals helps to protect the cells of the
intestinal lining from damage. Glutamine provides energy and is also converted
into N-acetyl glucosamine, which is required for regenerating the intestinal wall.
The cells of the intestinal mucosa generally have a high rate of turnover, but
patients with inflammatory bowel disease have a turnover rate at least 3 times
higher than healthy individuals. N-acetyl glucosamine is also required for all
other cells in the body, it is a main component of cartilage, it holds individual
cells together, strengthens the immune system, and has anti-viral, anti-arthritic
and anti-cancer properties.
Those with inflammatory bowel disease cannot make sufficient N-acetyl glucosamine.
This deficiency leads to further intestinal damage including increased
permeability and leaky gut syndrome. Supplementing N-acetylglucosamine in addition
to glutamine can help heal the intestinal mucosa by supporting glycoprotein
synthesis. Try 1 to 3g of L-glutamine and N-acetylglucosamine before each meal.
Alkalizing minerals reduce the common overacidity and severity of allergic
reactions; magnesium, zinc, biotin, and multivitamins minimize existing deficiency
symptoms, selenium is essential for the immune system, and a teaspoon of slippery
elm powder in warm water before meals eases discomfort due to gastro-intestinal
inflammations. The amino acid L-carnitine helps to improve energy by channeling
fatty acids into cells.
Further nutritional support is provided by digestive enzymes with meals, high-
quality proteins (spirulina, chlorella, bee-pollen, barley or wheat grass juice or
powder), and plenty of fish oils mixed with lecithin. Because of possible fat
malabsorption fish oils, including halibut liver oil and other fat-soluble
nutrients such as Coenzyme Q10 may also be rubbed into sensitive areas of the
skin, for this you may use odorless fish oils. In addition retention enemas or
implants with wheat or barley grass juice or extracts of protein powders may be
used in advanced conditions.
Acetaldehyde
Dr Orion Truss and other researchers found that much of the harm done by Candida
results from its metabolic waste product acetaldehyde. This is a common by-product
of sugar and alcoholic fermentation. It cannot easily be removed and therefore
accumulates in the brain, spinal cord, joints, muscles and tissues to affect the
metabolic, neurological, endocrine, and immune systems. It may, for instance,
interfere with the acetylcholine receptors in the brain and so cause mental and
neurological problems.
Acetaldehyde accumulating in tissue is thought to be responsible for muscle
weakness, irritation, and pain. Aldehydes are commonly used as fragrances in
perfumes. These are no made from flowers but from toxic chemicals and strongly
affect individuals with Candida. .
Molybdenum is a mineral that is needed to break down acetaldehyde into acetic
acid, which can then be used by the body to produce energy. Molybdenum also is
required for the sulfur metabolism. Individuals deficient in molybdenum tend to be
sensitive to sulfites as used to preserve wine and dried fruit. Additional
vitamins required to detoxify acetaldehyde are niacinamide and vitamin B2
(riboflavin), amounts in a B-complex tablet should be sufficient.
A common supplemental amount of molybdenum is 500 micrograms per day for at least
4 months or until symptoms have disappeared. A good diet should average about 100
mcg of molybdenum, the best food sources are legumes, green vegetables and liver.
Molybdenum in supplement form is somewhat difficult to obtain, and you may need to
search on the Internet.
SUMMARY
You do not need to be too concerned with diagnostic methods to establish whether
or not you have Candida. I recommend for anyone to have an anti-microbial cure
about once a year to keep the body free of Candida and other pathogenic microbes
and parasites.
When doing this for the first time or when you do have obvious Candida
overgrowth, then use the full sequence with Anti-Candida Diet, Intestinal
Sanitation and one to two months of Systemic Candida Therapy. If there is no
infection-related health problem then in subsequent years you may just use three
to four weeks of systemic anti-microbials in combination with probiotics.
The anti-Candida diet is low in simple carbohydrates and foods that tend to cause
allergies or food sensitivities. It also avoids foods that may contain molds or
fungi.
Intestinal Sanitation consists of taking crushed garlic together with an Epsom
salts flush or with psyllium and sodium bicarbonate, followed 30 minutes later by
a large dose of probiotics.
During Systemic Candida Therapy you take a strong anti-microbial, such as olive
leaf or wormwood. Alternate these for 1 to 2 months in weekly rotations.
Preferably take pau d’arco, garlic, and other supportive anti-microbials in
addition.
Don't let the antibiotic syndrome creep up on you. Always try natural
alternatives in preference to antibiotics, but when they seem to be necessary,
supplement your treatment with natural fungicides and probiotics.