By far the most common trigger of Oral Thrush is prolonged treatment with antibiotics. They kill the bad bugs, but they also kill the good, protective ones, which allows yeast organisms to multiply in the mouth.
Oral contraceptives may also cause Oral Thrush in some women. And some asthmatics that use steroid inhalers might also be at risk - they should rinse their mouths with cold water after each inhalation. Anyone prone to Oral Thrush should also change their toothbrush at least every 2 months.
If Oral Thrush is a common problem see a GP or naturopath. Also see the section on Systemic Candidiasis.
Taking a good multivitamin and mineral to help correct deficiencies in the diet will ensure the body is able to fight the candida yeast, which causes thrush. See also the section on immune support:
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1 capsule broken and left in the mouth, or a mouthful of Bio or BA yoghurt |
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3gm to 4gm per day |
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10 to 40 drops twice a day |
There are many herbs that are antifungal and antiseptic, which makes them useful in the treatment of thrush. They include:
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As a mouthwash |
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500mg 3 times per day |
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500mg 3 times per day |
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500mg 3 times per day |
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500mg 3 times per day |
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500mg 3 times per day |
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500mg 3 times per day |
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500mg 3 times per day |
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500mg 3 times per day |
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500mg 3 times per day |
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500mg 3 times per day |
Other herbs which may help the immune system include:
The following could also be used for massage or as essential oils put into the bath:
Reduce sugar consumption to a bare minimum. This is very important as candida feeds on sugars and will spread faster and be harder to overcome, if there is a high sugar intake.
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