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Herbs That Help Control Yeast Overgrowth

Candida albicans is a yeast that attacks the immune system and other areas of the body. Herbs that help control yeast overgrowth may be taken in addition to prescription and dietary lifestyle changes.

  1. Garlic

    • Garlic has natural antifungal properties. It can be more potent than other antifungals, such as nystatin, and can be taken in capsule form.

    Evening Primrose Oil

    • Evening primrose oil is high in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which is essential for good health. GLA is used by the body to produce hormone-like compounds that control organ function.

    Chamomile

    • Chamomile tea helps promote proper digestion. German chamomile contains compounds that have the ability to fight and kill candida organisms.

    Echinacea

    • Echinacea is a natural infection fighter that is used to treat candida when combined with other herbs. It is often augmented with garlic, cat's claw, pau d'arco and black walnut.

    Pau D'arco

    • Pau d'arco has strong antibiotic and virus-killing properties. It is often used to treat infection and cancer. Anti-tumor compounds also work against yeast infections.

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