Fungal Defense by Garden of Life
Gluten Free
- Fungal Defense Stimulates and Enhances Immune Functions
- Fungal Defense Restores Healthy Intestinal Flora
- Fungal Defense Utilizes Exclusive Poten-Zyme Process
The Yeast/Fungus Link
It is now believed that yeast overgrowth in the body often referred to
as Candidiasis, is actually caused by a systemic fungal infection. Understanding
this fungal link is the key to restoring proper system-wide balance. Normally,
fungi live in a healthy balance with other microorganisms including bacteria
and yeasts; however, certain conditions can cause fungi to multiply, weakening
the immune system and causing infection. Because fungi travel through
the bloodstream to many parts of the body, varying symptoms may manifest
including:
- vaginitis (vaginal yeast infection)
- ear and sinus irritation
- gastrointestinal problems
- oral thrush
- intense itching
- canker sores
- food allergies
- jock itch
- ringworm
- bowel disorders
- athletes foot
- environmental sensitivities
What Is Candida?
Candida Albicans is a single celled fungal yeast. Among the most prolific
organisms on the planet, it is impossible to keep it out of your body.
In a healthy person, it does little harm because its population is kept
in check by beneficial microorganisms (probiotics) which are, however,
easily destroyed by antibiotics, many prescription medications, birth
control pills, poor diet, and daily stress. This can then cause the Candida
yeast to grow out of control, producing chemicals that are toxic to the
body. Yeast overgrowth is thought to affect over 40 million Americans,
both men and women, and is especially prevalent in hyperactive children
and those with ADD and ADHD.
A Word on Diet
The powerful ingredients in Fungal Defence are specifically targeted
to destroy yeast and other fungi and to restore a balanced, healthy internal
environment. To prevent re-infection and to maintain a properly balanced
system, it is critical to reduce, or in some cases, eliminate the intake
of the following foods: sweets, carbohydrates (such as bread, pasta, muffins,
glutenous grains, etc), alcohol, vinegar, fruits, and aged cheeses - as
these foods (especially sugars and carbohydrates) feed the yeast which
thrive in sugary environments and actually cause you to crave these very
foods.
The Enzyme Connection:
Candida research favorably supports the indespensible role of specific
enzymes and their ability to literally digest Candida cell walls. The
Fungal Defense formula utilizes potent amounts of both cellulase
and protease. Cellulase breaks down fibrous carbohydrates while protease
hydrolyzes (digests) protein. These two enzymes help to dissolve the cell
wall of yeast and other fungi.
Wild Oregano and Olive Leaf Extracts:
Fungal Defense contains the most powerful anti-fungal substances
found in nature. Wild Oregano and Olive Leaf Extracts are recognized for
their potent anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-parasitic
properties. Their primary fungicidal components work synergistically to
help eliminate yeast and fungus on contact.
Garlic and Yucca Juice Extracts:
Known as Russian penicillin, Garlic is considered to be nature's premier
antibiotic and anti-fungal. It is effective against bacteria and yeast
that may be resistant to antimicrobial medications yet does not destroy
the body's normal, friendly flora.
A potent blood purifier, the juice from the Yucca root found predominantly
in the desert Southwest aids in digestion and produces surfactants which
help to breakdown the lipid envelope that coats certain viruses and fungi
including Candida.
Statements on this website have not been evaluated by the Food and
Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat,
cure, or prevent any disease, but rather are dietary supplements intended
solely for nutritional use.
