Are You Suffering from the Yeast Curse?
(Part 2)
By Dr. Juliet Tien (Dr. J), D. N. Sc.
This article has three parts. Part 1 addresses the symptoms of yeast and
parasitic infections; Part 2 and Part 3 explain the physical, psychological and
spiritual factors causing yeast and parasitic infections and treatment of these
ever rampant and confusing health issues.
(Continued from Part 1)
Causes of Yeast and Parasitic Infections:
The following are common causes
of yeast and parasitic infections:
Poor Eating Habits:
Sugar, dairy, wheat and yeast products are favorite foods for yeasts.
Unfortunately, a great number of people live on these foods. When you feed
yeasts their favorite foods, they are so happy they start an instant rock n’
roll party! After having a great time, like any other beings, they have to go to
the bathroom. They then use your body as a toilet to dump lots of toxins. When
they suck your energy through their strong, vampire-like hooks, you experience
extreme fatigue or lethargy because when you eat, you are actually feeding an
extended family in your body.
When yeasts deposit toxins, you may suffer from the allergy symptoms mentioned
above. Both yeasts and their toxins can clog the liver, pancreas and thyroid and
make the metabolism of sugar sluggish. This is one of the causes of
hypoglycemia. Hypo-glycemia can then contribute to headaches, mind fog, poor
mental concentration, poor memory and irritability. Another factor contributing
to your foggy mind is that when yeasts ferment in your body, a by-product,
ammonia, can alter your thinking process and cause disorientation.
Excessive Use of Antibiotics
and Other Chemicals:
Chemicals such as antibiotics, cortisone, anti-cancer drugs, anti-AIDS drugs,
birth control pills, alcohol, nicotine, caffeine, marijuana, heroin and cocaine
can break down the immune system and cause severe yeast disorders. The liberal
use of antibiotics and cortisone in recent years has particularly resulted in
the widespread occurrence of yeast disorders. When these powerful chemicals get
into your body, it’s like dropping atomic bombs on Nagasaki and Hiroshima!
During World War II, after the bombing, all beings in the immediate bombed areas were killed instantly. Guess who came back first? Not cockroaches! The Japanese had a heck of a hard time cleaning up a lot of yeasts in these cities. Giant mushrooms were everywhere. Too bad they were not edible because they were full of radiation! The chemicals, designed to control infections and inflammations, kill off both bad guys (e.g., bacteria, yeasts, viruses and parasites) and good guys (e.g., friendly bacteria floras). Hence, they create a vacuum upon initial use.
At this time you may experience temporary relief, because there’s nobody home;
it’s nice and quiet. However, this honeymoon period usually does not last long.
It takes good guys a long time to recover. However, the bad guys thrive like
weeds after a summer rainfall. A great imbalance is thus created. Consequently,
symptoms of yeast disorders worsen after each treatment with these potent drugs.
Lack of Exercise:
Lack of exercise can cause poor blood and oxygen supply to the brain. The mind
can become foggy and forgetful. Yeasts and parasites love a still environment.
When blood circulation is sluggish, they like it better because they have a
lesser chance to be flushed out. Body cells and tissues can also be malnourished
as a result of poor blood circulation. Consequently, their ability to expel
toxins is hampered. This will decrease the functions of major organs such as the
heart, liver and kidneys. In a vicious circle, more toxins will be stored in the
body, which will further damage the body’s ability to cleanse and heal!
Pre-existing Illnesses:
People who already suffer from illnesses such as cancer, AIDS, multiple
sclerosis (MS), lupus, diabetes, etc., have a tendency to contract yeast
infections because their immune systems are low during the course of these
degenerative diseases. A vicious circle is usually created with the treatment of
chemotherapy, radiation, antibiotics, cortisone, and other drugs. People with
the above mentioned illnesses tend to be physically inactive or bedridden due to
the nature of these illnesses.
This, in turn, results in poor blood circulation which consequently allows yeasts and parasites to multiply excessively. Skin rash, mouth thrush, respiratory tract or urinary tract infections are but a few examples of yeast disorder symptoms associated with these diseases.
Alcoholism is another condition that creates an incubator for yeast overgrowth. The fermentation process makes alcoholic beverages become loaded with yeasts, sugar and chemicals. In addition, alcohol clogs and hardens the liver, which in turn makes the detoxifying function of the liver sluggish.
A vicious circle thus begins. An alcoholic husband or wife with yeast disorders
can give the infection to the spouse through sexual intercourse. If the wife is
pregnant, this yeast infection can then be transmitted to the baby through the
bloodstream or birth canal. Many babies are thus born with yeast disorders that
often manifest in symptoms such as colic, recurrent mid-ear infections, sore
throats, flu, colds, and Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD).
Psychological Stress:
Acute or chronic stress can deplete the immune system, inhibit the growth of
friendly bacterial flora and facilitate the overgrowth of yeasts and parasites.
Based on my over 30 years of experience in counseling people from various
countries and ethnic groups, I have found that psychological stress is the
primary cause of yeast disorders. Unfinished business, boredom and
“Busy-Taking-Care-of-Others Syndrome” are common causes for chronic
psychological stress.
“Unfinished business” denotes that an individual has been in and out of the
emotional garbage pail and does not resolve the inner conflicts. These inner
conflicts can stem from relationships with parents, parent surrogates, children,
spouses, siblings, relatives, friends, partners and co-workers. When your
existence is haunted by unfinished business, you are likely to carry negative
emotions such as anger, resentment, grief, regret, fear, and guilt.
When that is the case, you will be slowed down in every aspect of your life.
This situation is similar to driving a car with the hand brake on. Although you
can move forward if you put extra pressure on the gas pedal, the car (the human
body) will endure wear and tear and eventually break down.
Boredom can slow down both mental and physical activities, and in turn, depress the immune system. When the immune system is sluggish, opportunistic organisms such as yeasts, parasites, bacteria and viruses will have a greater opportunity to take over. In a cross-cultural study I conducted in 1981, I investigated the subject of life satisfaction for the elderly in three cultures. The results indicated that elderly participants who enjoyed the most life satisfaction were those who had an active physical and mental life. Their inactive counterparts tended to suffer from more physical and psychological ailments such as arthritis, constipation, digestive problems, high cholesterol, hypertension, depression, insomnia, or lethargy. As mentioned previously, yeast and parasitic infections do not discriminate. They affect bored people of all ages, not just the elderly.
Some people have developed a habit of taking care of others and neglecting their
own welfare. I call this “Busy-Taking-Care-of-Others Syndrome.” Usually these
people knowingly or unknowingly suffer from low self-esteem or insecurity;
therefore, they have strong needs to take care of others in order to feel that
they are important and wanted. This care-taking behavior is a form of seeking
approval. Since they did not get approval from their parents, they turn to other
sources for approval. After spending many years helping others, they become
physically and mentally fatigued since their real needs are not recognized and
met.
(To be continued in Part 3)
Dr. Juliet Tien (Dr. J) is a leading expert in yeast and parasitic infection,
and weight and addiction control, a former UCLA professor in Psychiatric/Mental
Health Nursing, President of Dr. J’s Holistic Healing Center, Inc., and a cable
TV Producer & Host: The Holistic Approach to Health and Success. She is also the
best selling author of “Breaking the Yeast Curse: Food and Unconditional Love
for Magic Healing” and “Healthy and Tasty: Dr. J’s Anti-Yeast Cooking.”
For more information, please contact: Dr. J’s Holistic Healing Center, Inc.,
17000 Ventura Blvd., Ste. 206, Encino, CA 91316. Tel: (818) 986-4551. Or see
website:
www.drjshealthnet.com.
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