Yogurt use for Candida / Thrush infections

[Guest guest]

Hi Dharam,

 

Thanks for all the (personal) details of your yoghurt use. I

originally asked Jamie to post my question the other day as I was at

work (I can't post to our group from there!).. I was suffering quite

badly with Thrush (candida / vaginal infection).. I've since been to

the doctors and somewhat reluctantly, (now appreciatively), accepted

his prescription to help the matter.

 

I remembered Yogi-ji saying that a Yoghurt & tumeric vaginal douche

is really good for this kind of thing, but neither know the recipe

nor how one would actually do this.

 

Interestingly, I did actually mention this to the doctor, it was an

emmergency appointment, so not my usual doctor, but he was Indian so

I thought he might have heard of it. Upon my questioning, he rose

his eyebrows at me and, with a very large grin on his face,

suggested that I not attempt such a home experiment in non-sterile

conditions!

 

Don't suppose you have any personal experience with this one, but

perhaps you could point me in the right direction for any future

concerns ;o)

 

Thanks!

 

Krishan Shiva K.

[Guest guest]

Dear Krishna Shiva K.

 

Ack! That is why I gave up on doctors of that sort. I recently went

through the same thing, having a yeast infection, and did not want to go

on anti-biotics or that cream stuff from the store. I went to an

Ayurvedic physician who told me that from being on birth control for

many years I destroyed my natural flora and threw off the natural

balance in my body. I have probably had a yeast infection for some time!

She gave me really good LIVE acidophilus and an herbal water to brew

everyday and it worked. The best part is, I took care of the root of the

problem rather that just the symptoms. The yogurt douche was also

recommended but I didn't try it. I used coconut oil (compatible to my

dosha) to sooth any irritation. Sure, it took a bit longer that a

miracle pill, but I felt so responsible for my own healing.

You can buy a douche bottle where the douches are in the drug store. Use

the kind of yogurt that has only milk and cultures as the ingredients

(Erivan is a good brand, or a local dairy farmer).

 

I wish you well. They are NO fun!!!

 

-Robin

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Sat Naam,

Eating yogurt everyday keeps yeast infection away. I am saying this from

personal experience.

Happy,

Roopinder

 

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A yogurt douche can be made by placing 6 Tbsp (88.72 mL) of plain nonpasteurized

yogurt containing live lactobacillus culture in a small douche bag with warm

water. Douching can be repeated 2 times daily for 3 to 4 days. Adding turmeric

to it will prevent infections.

God Bless You,

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Dear Krishan Shiva Kaur,

 

I have had personal experience with this problem. <g> Not, fortunately,

for a while. Long-term, strictly omitting sugar and concentrated sweets

from the diet has been very helpful for me. Short-term, the yogurt douche

is supposed to be good. So is tea tree oil, which I've had better luck

with, although it's rather messy and has its own, er, distinct aroma. It

comes in suppositories (check a health store) but I found them messy and

not as effective as the douche.

 

For the acidophilus treatment, Dr. Ralph Golan's _Optimal Wellness_ (p.

422) suggests: a) insert good quality plain yogurt, two tablespoons twice

daily with a small syringe (the applicator that comes with commercial

remedies works well), or b) mix 1/4 cup of yogurt in a quart of water for

a douche, once or twice a day, or c) insert acidophilus capsules as a

suppository, two, twice a day. Golan cautions to discontinue if symptoms

worsen, as the lactic acid produced by the acidophilus can produce

irritation and interfere with other beneficial organisms. (I don't think

I'd do any of this more than once a day, but that's up to how you feel

about it. <s>)

 

For the tea tree oil treatment, either use suppositories according to

package directions, or mix 3/4 tsp. of tea tree oil in a quart of water for

a douche, once a day. I got this from Dr. Michael Murray's _Healing Power

of Herbs_, p. 325; he describes a study which had good results using a

similar treatment. It really knocked out a yeast infection I got a few

years ago after taking some antibiotics. Beware - tea tree oil has an odor

which is hard to remove, and, over time, may deteriorate a douche bag. I

had to discard mine after I was through with this regime, but, it was well

worth the replacement cost. (In fact, come to think of it, I haven't

needed it again since. )

 

I hope this helps and you feel better soon!

 

Blessings and Healing Hugs,

 

Sat Darshan Kaur :-)

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Roopinder, Sat Darshan,

 

Thank-you for your advice and sharing.

 

Do either of you have the recipe / instructions on how to make your own

yoghurt with live culture at home?

 

Many thanks )

 

Krishan Shiva Kaur x

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"Martha James" <marthajames

<Kundaliniyoga>

Tuesday, September 30, 2003 8:46 AM

Re: Kundalini Yoga Yogurt use for Candida / Thrush infections

 

 

> Dear Krishan Shiva Kaur,

>

> I have had personal experience with this problem. <g> Not, fortunately,

> for a while. Long-term, strictly omitting sugar and concentrated sweets

> from the diet has been very helpful for me. Short-term, the yogurt douche

> is supposed to be good. So is tea tree oil, which I've had better luck

> with, although it's rather messy and has its own, er, distinct aroma. It

> comes in suppositories (check a health store) but I found them messy and

> not as effective as the douche.

>

> For the acidophilus treatment, Dr. Ralph Golan's _Optimal Wellness_ (p.

> 422) suggests: a) insert good quality plain yogurt, two tablespoons twice

> daily with a small syringe (the applicator that comes with commercial

> remedies works well), or b) mix 1/4 cup of yogurt in a quart of water for

> a douche, once or twice a day, or c) insert acidophilus capsules as a

> suppository, two, twice a day. Golan cautions to discontinue if symptoms

> worsen, as the lactic acid produced by the acidophilus can produce

> irritation and interfere with other beneficial organisms. (I don't think

> I'd do any of this more than once a day, but that's up to how you feel

> about it. <s>)

>

> For the tea tree oil treatment, either use suppositories according to

> package directions, or mix 3/4 tsp. of tea tree oil in a quart of water

for

> a douche, once a day. I got this from Dr. Michael Murray's _Healing Power

> of Herbs_, p. 325; he describes a study which had good results using a

> similar treatment. It really knocked out a yeast infection I got a few

> years ago after taking some antibiotics. Beware - tea tree oil has an

odor

> which is hard to remove, and, over time, may deteriorate a douche bag. I

> had to discard mine after I was through with this regime, but, it was well

> worth the replacement cost. (In fact, come to think of it, I haven't

> needed it again since. )

>

> I hope this helps and you feel better soon!

>

> Blessings and Healing Hugs,

>

> Sat Darshan Kaur :-)

>

>

>

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Sat Nam Krishan Shiva Kaur,

 

>> Thank-you for your advice and sharing.

 

Do either of you have the recipe / instructions on how to make your own

yoghurt with live culture at home? <<

 

You're welcome. <s> I hope it helps.

 

Making yogurt is quite easy, once you get the hang of it.

 

Scald milk (heat to a temperature just below boiling). If it actually

boils a little it doesn't matter, just be sure it doesn't scorch. For

thicker yogurt, you can add 1/4 cup of non-instant dry milk or 1/3 cup of

instant to each quart of milk before scalding. Or, you can use all

powdered milk plus pure water; reconstitute according to package

directions, plus enough for an extra cup per quart if you want.

 

Cool to 110 degrees. If you don't have a thermometer, you can guess: this

is about the temperature where you can put your finger in the milk

comfortably for 10 seconds or so. (If you want to save starter for the

next batch each time, use a thermometer to avoid adding extraneous

bacteria. It also helps make the starter last longer to sterilize your

jars, spoon, mixing cup, and thermometer. If you've been careful, you can

use your own yogurt for starter the next time and for several batches; you

may or may not find it worth the bother. <s>)

 

Use plain, live culture yogurt for starter the first time, preferably a

brand without added stabilizers. I've had good luck with Dannon or Alta

Dena. Or, you can buy "Yogourmet" starter in envelopes at the health food

store in some places, or send for it by mail (they have a website,

www.vmc-health.com, or call 800-863-5606. Use a heaping tablespoon of

yogurt or one envelope starter for each quart of milk.

 

Mix the starter with a bit of milk in a cup so there are no lumps, then add

to the pan of milk.

 

Pour into clean glass jars and keep at 110 degrees F for about 8 hours.

There are several ways to do this. Commercial yogurt makers are convenient

but most make only small amounts, and one I tried, the Yogourmet, wouldn't

function properly except at limited ambient temperatures. (I live in AZ and

my house is too warm for it much of the year. If you live in a cool

climate it may be okay.) A gas oven with a pilot light may work, possibly

with the door propped open a crack, or near a radiator if you have that

kind of heat. Experiment with a thermometer. I've settled on a large

stainless steel pan filled with hot water, in which I place my capped jars.

I put a heating pad underneath, and loosely cover the top of the pan with

plastic, topped with a towel for insulation. I check the temperature from

time to time to be sure it's in range, trying to keep it between 108 and

112; much warmer will kill the culture. Once it's adjusted, using the

heating pad control and the amount of coverage on top (more air circulation

allows more evaporation, which tends to cool it), it stays pretty even for

the required time. I'm sure I'm _way_ pickier than one has to be; at the

ashram we used to make it in big gallon jars in the oven. <g>

 

That's it. When the yogurt is as sour and firm as you like, chill and

enjoy!

 

Health, Happiness, Blessings,

 

Sat Nam,

 

Sat Darshan Kaur :-)