Dear Bob Liebert,

I have not been able to battle candida alibicans and CFS and have tried everything I've heard or read about, what would you suggest for both, or for either condition, they are ruining my life!!

Please advise, thankx,
Terri

Dear Friend,

My answers to these queries are necessarily brief, limited to some herbal suggestions, but I have a lot of faith that the herbs mentioned can be of help.

Both conditions relate to a breakdown in the immune system. Specific anti-yeast herbs that you may not have tried include the extracts of Usnea, Echinacea, Thuja and Rosemary (see our Anti-Yeast/Fungal Formula). The Chronic Fatigue indicates an even greater breakdown in the immune response for which I favor some of the mushrooms: Shiitake, Maitake, and Reishi, as well as Astragalus Root (see Immunaid Formula), which build immune reserves and normalize immune response, after which some of the more directly anti-viral herbs (Echinacea, Garlic, Usnea, Boneset) will be able to deal with the viral infection believed to be the original cause . American Ginseng extract will aid as a long-term energy tonic and aid with brain function.

You can buy these herbs and many more in the Formula and Single Herb sections of the Teeter Creek Herb website. Herbs that don't appear in the Formula or Single Herb lists can usually be requested in the "Message" section at the bottom of the order page.

The information expressed is the personal observations of Herbalist Bob Liebert based on his personal experience and his studies of folk and traditional herbalism. These observations are not meant to be a substitute for qualified medical diagnosis and treatment. Uses of many of the herbs have not been scientifically verified.