Antifungal
From Health Facts
Latest Edit: Iva Lloyd, ND 2014-05-24 (EDT)
See Also | Naturopathic Therapies |
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See Also | Botanical Medicine (Herbalism) |
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Antifungal is a substance that inhibits the growth of or destroys fungi.
Antifungal Herbs
- Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus)
- Burdock (Arctium lappa)
- Calendula (Calendula officinalis) (topically)
- Garlic (Allium sativum)
- Geranium (Geranium spp)
- Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
- Pau d'Arco (Tabebuia avellanedae)
- Propolis
- Stemona
- Tea Tree Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia)
- Thuja (Thuja occidentalis)
- Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
The above list of herbs are not meant to provide medical advice. They are a list of herbs that have a common action. Talk to a naturopathic doctor before beginning any treatment regimen.
Foods and Culinary Herbs
Foods that are known to be antifungal include:
- Garlic (Allium sativum)
- Zingiber officinale (Ginger)
- Nutmeg
- Oregano (Origanum vulgare)
- Propolis
- Sage (Salvia officinalis)
- Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)
Disadvantages of Antifungal Drugs
- Nystatin is not absorbed through the gastrointestinal tract
- Amphotericin has significant unpleasant side effects
- Fluorocytosine - Candida now highly resistant
- Azoles now the most widely used antifungals
General
- May be less effective in low level or chronic level infections
- Unsuitable as long term preventatives to susceptible individuals
- Can be considered contrary to holistic approach to health maintenance