Candida Overgrowth

There are plenty of bacteria that thrives in our gut, add yeast and fungus into the mix, and you’ll be probably surprised that your body can withstand such onslaught. Well, our gut needs both the good and bad bacteria for it to function. This is why […]

Two years ago this month (June 2016) the CDC issued a Clinical Alert to U.S. Health care facilities about the Global Emergence of Invasive Infections Caused by the Multidrug-Resistant Yeast Candida auris. C. auris is an emerging fungal pathogen that […]

Our news editors obtained a quote from the research from Pfizer, "Echinocandins are often recommended as a first-line empirical treatment for managing IC and can especially play a critical role in managing IC in LD patients. However, advanced LD […]

Yeast infections, also known as candidiasis, occur most frequently in moist areas of the body. Although Candida albicans and other Candida yeasts are the most common forms that can cause infections, other types of yeast are also known to cause infect […]

This special issue highlights emerging topics related to Candida, the most prevalent fungal pathogen in the hospital setting. The advantages and limitations of new, non-culture based diagnostic techniques are discussed. The issue reviews mammalian an […]

You're probably already familiar with the rich, pungent, spicy smell of oregano—a staple in Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. But did you know that the oil of the dried herb has also been shown to be a powerful medicine? I've seen oregano […]

A listener writes: “I have recurrent problems with candida or yeast. I have seen articles stating that I should eat less sugar and avoid foods that contain yeast, such as bread. How accurate is this advice?” I’m so glad you asked! There is a ... […]