Q. I have been breast-feeding my baby for seven months and have suffered through recurring infections with Candida albicans. The antifungal pill fluconazole worked, but I needed a very high dose. That worries me. I’m interested in a more natural approach for this yeast infection. what are your thoughts on gentian violet?

A. Gentian violet is an old-fashioned topical treatment for fungal infections like thrush (Candida). one reader offered this advice: “Lactation consultants often recommend gentian violet for mothers who have yeast infections on their nipples. we have the mother put a little olive oil on the baby’s lips and cheeks, paint her nipples with gentian violet and nurse the baby. The mother will have two purple nipples, and the baby will have a purple mouth.”

Another reader wrote: “I have worked in women’s health for 40 years. back in the early 1970s, the older doctors often painted women’s vaginas with gentian violet to treat persistent yeast infections. They always told the women to warn their husbands about the possibility of purple penises.”

Q. I was given a prescription for lisinopril last year to lower my blood pressure. During the winter, I developed a constant, horrible dry cough that just wouldn’t go away.

One day at work, I started coughing and couldn’t stop. it was so bad that the secretary called 911.

Various doctors tested me for sleep apnea (negative), throat polyps (negative), allergies (none) and lung function (normal). I couldn’t quit coughing.

On my own I dropped the lisinopril, and within a week my cough vanished. I am upset that I was put through so many expensive tests when the real problem was a common drug side effect.

A. Hundreds of readers have reported a similar experience with ACE-inhibitor blood pressure drugs like benazepril, captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, quinapril and ramipril. Some have lost bowel and bladder control from coughing so hard.

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Q. I was addicted to eating cornstarch for 10 years. Then I was hospitalized for an unrelated problem and got a blood transfusion.

My doctor also put me on iron and potassium supplements, and my cornstarch cravings completely disappeared. Other people who crave cornstarch really should be tested for anemia so they don’t have to be addicted like I was.

A. we have heard from hundreds of people who crave cornstarch or non-nutritive substances like ice and clay at our website (peoplespharmacy.com). this is called pica. it often is associated with a deficiency of iron, zinc or other minerals. People with celiac disease, which interferes with proper absorption of nutrients, may be at higher risk (American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, February 1990).

Most of us suffer from fungal infections at some time or another during our life. Many of these infections occur in the superficial part of our body or in the skin. Fungal infections are transferable and some can be very dangerous and in extreme cases can even lead to death. sometimes, you may be infected with a fungal infection and not even realize it.

One of the more common fungal infections is the yeast infection or in medical terms, candidiasis. Yeast infection is the infection of the mucous membranes caused by the fungus candida, specifically candida albicans.

Yeast infection also has another name, known as moniliaris, derived from the name form of a fungal genius, and thrush, a term usually reserved for infection of the mucous membrane of the mouth.

The fungus is a normal inhabitant of the mouth and vagina. some certain bacteria that also inhibit the areas where the fungus is located usually follow the growth.

When the balance of these organisms is disturbed by certain antibiotic treatment or by hormonal imbalances or by weakening of the body’s resistance to disease, the fungus can begin to proliferate, propagate and multiply.

There are different types of yeast infection. Depending on the area of the body where it develops, yeast infection can occur in the mouth, in the folds of the skin and the penis, usually called as balanitis.

The most common and popular type of candidiasis is the vaginal yeast infection an uncomfortable infection that almost two thirds of all women will experience at some time in their life.

Yeast infections are manageable but still need the attention of a physician. if you think you have a yeast infection, it is best that you consult your doctor and if he or she has no objections, you might try some of these home remedies.

If you have yeast infection, daub apple cider vinegar in the areas prone to infection regularly. you can add some garlic that will help stop the itchy feeling and water to dilute the vinegar concentration.

Curds and yogurt are foods identified to be the most effective home remedy for yeast infection. It is advisable to soak a tampon into curds and place it in the infected areas for at least an hour. The healthy required bacteria from the curds will replace the unhealthy yeast bacteria. This could be done twice or thrice a day.

Drinking at least two glasses of buttermilk a day is advisable whether you are infected or not. Curds should be part of the daily diet because this reduces the probability of yeast infection.

A Mixture of olive leaf extract with grape fruit seed extract in a glass of water is also a good potent tonic for this infection.

As a home remedy, it is also safe to take herbal products as alternatives to cure the infection.

Cranberry extract and cranberry blueberry extract are good for the infection. The two are good antioxidants as well.

The use of tea tree oil helps the curing of the infection. Dip a tampon in the oil until saturated then apply it the infected region.

You can also try applying baby oil with aloe and vitamin E to soothe the irritation and reduce the itchy sensation.

Raw garlic is a great antifungal and if you have a yeast infection on your skin, you might try rubbing some on it. I would avoid rubbing garlic on your private areas, however, as it can really sting.

Eating right, and including yogurt with active cultures in your diet as well as practicing proper personal hygene can all help to avoid yeast infection, however if you do happen to get one, it is nothing to be embarrassed about and you should see your doctor as soon as possible.

The Health Ministry has asked local authorities nationwide to inspect traditional medical centers after hundreds of children suffered lead poisoning caused by a medicine provided by such centers to treat thrush, a yeast infection of the mucus membrane lining the mouth and tongue. In a dispatch sent to all 63 provinces and cities yesterday, the ministry also asked local health authorities to take samples of suspicious oriental medicine for testing and suspend those that operate without a license, Nguyen Hoang Son, deputy head of the ministry’s Traditional Medical and Pharmaceutical Department, told Tuoi Tre yesterday. The ministry requested that all local authorities issue a ban on peddling oriental medicines at markets or festival areas, Son said. The ministry urged concerned agencies to identify and inspect oriental medical centers that had provided children with medicines that caused lead poisoning, Son said. according Hanoi-based Bach Mai Hospital and the Central Pediatrics Hospital, most of the children hospitalized for treatment of lead poisoning have been fed a kind of powder medicine in orange or reddish brown color. The medicine, which is packed in paper or plastic bags with no printed information, is administered to children with thrush by simply applying it to the lining of mouth or tongue, the department said. The tests of the medicine samples showed that they contained high contents of lead, the department said.

The remaining part of the powder medicine that has been used to treat thrush for a baby in Hanoi (Photo: VnExpress)

Yesterday the Hanoi Health Department reported that it has suspended three traders of the medicine in Phuc Tho, Hoai Duc and Phu Xuyen Districts. Bach Mai Hospital reported that since the beginning of this year, it has given treatment to more than 130 children who suffered health problems caused by lead poisoning. Of these children, 30 have been admitted in critical conditions. Children with acute lead poisoning usually develop such symptoms as convulsion, coma, and anemia, doctors said. “Children who are infected with lead at low contents and for a short time can recover after proper treatment. But if they get the infection at high levels and for a long time, the treatment will be more difficult and even after all the lead has been removed from their body, they may suffer after-effects that have harmful impacts on their reproductive health,” Son said. Children who are heavily lead-poisoned face a high risk of suffering both physical and mental development problems, he warned.

Yeast or Candida infection is a medical condition that commonly occurs in women, but men can also suffer from this infection. It got its name from the type of microscopic fungus that causes this condition, namely the Candida yeast. This yeast can grow in certain areas of the body such as the vagina, nail beds, lower abdomen, and beneath skin folds. the vagina is the ideal breeding ground for the Candida yeast because it is moist, warm, and dark.

Women who are suffering from yeast infection may feel uncomfortable since it causes itching and burning sensations in the vagina and the surrounding area. To treat this condition, they usually use over-the-counter antifungal medications in the form of creams or suppositories. However, those medications sometimes only work for a short period of time and after that yeast may grow again. if you have yeast infection, you can try using alternative medicine to fight your condition. for most people, home remedies can be a great alternative since they are cheap and convenient. This alternative treatment can also work more effectively than medications with chemical substances. here are some home remedies that you can try at home:

1. Plain yogurt: Yogurt contains good bacteria or probiotics that can balance the yeast population. Plain yogurt is the best, because the sugar in sweet yogurts will only feed the Candida yeasts, causing them to multiply quickly. You can also try making your own yogurt. if you have vaginal yeast infection, you can rub some plain yogurt on the outside of your vagina or dip your tampon in it before you insert it to your vagina.

2. Garlic: Garlic is known as an effective remedy for instant relief. It possesses antifungal as well as anti-inflammatory properties. You can insert a garlic clove into your vagina but do make sure it is clean. Garlic can also be taken orally as well. Press or mince a whole garlic clove and drink it down with water. if you can’t stand the smell, you can take garlic supplements instead.

3. Apple-cider vinegar: Just like yogurt, it can also be used both internally and externally. for external use, don’t apply it directly on the skin since because the acid will sting. instead, you can add a cup of apple-cider vinegar into your hot bathwater and take a relaxing and soothing bath.

4. Water: Water is a great remedy for any illness including yeast infection. the suggested amount of water that you should consume per day is about eight glasses. By drinking more water, you will urinate more often and it will flush out the sugars in your system that can help the Candida yeast to grow faster.

Got a skin yeast infection? You’re not alone as most people get one at some point in their lives while others get them all the time (chronic yeast infections). Whether this is your first or your twentieth, we’ve got ten simple skin yeast infection home remedies that you can use today to start feeling relief almost instantly The great thing about these, aside from being easy and effective, is that they are all natural and therefore safe to use on anyone at anytime and all you have to do is apply them to the affected area approximately four times a day until the infection has completely cleared up.

Here they are:

1. Garlic oil
2. Probiotic yogurt (Plain and all natural)
3. Bergamot Oil
4. Tea Tree Oil
5. Apple Cider Vinegar
6. Honey
7. Acidophilus powder (mix with a little bit of water to make a paste)
8. Oil of Oregano
9. Myrrh
10. Gentian Violet

All of these skin yeast infection home remedies are easy found in health stores, online health stores and even in some groceries. Most pharmacies now carry a range of natural products including many of the essential oils found on this list. They’re inexpensive, easy to use and sure to work. if you combine any of these along with keeping your skin dry and clean and working to keep your immune system healthy, then you will be well on your way to curing your skin yeast overgrowth and hopefully never having to deal with another one again. you should also note that if your symptoms persist for more than a couple of weeks that a trip to the doctor is in order to rule out any other ailments.

I woke up hungover the other Saturday. It was just a mild headache, a low-level pain easily vanquished with a cup of coffee and a few glasses of water. but the hangover was special to me all the same, because I’d made it myself. the night before, a few months after buying five gallons of unpasteurized apple cider from an orchard east of Los Angeles, I got drunk for the first time off of my homemade booze.

This is how you make hard apple cider: simply put, do nothing. Apples are sweet, and their skins are covered with wild yeasts, giving you the only two ingredients needed to make alcohol. Yeast devours sugar and booze is born.

There are eight billion things that can be added to cider, and if you were to fall into the black hole that is the world of home brewers’ message boards (Exhibit A), you can read the various reasoning for adding sugar, honey, ascorbic acid, sulfites, yeast, heroin, nutrients, enzymes, and various other narcotic-looking powders. but when I cook a fucking steak, I season it with salt, and true to minimalist form, I added nothing to my cider. the juice was dumped into a plastic bucket I bought at the homebrew store and largely left to its own devices.

Booze made with one ingredient and no work may sound like the perfect recipe for broke, lazy drunks—and it is!—as long as you have patience. And there’s a bit of work to do along the way, like siphoning the nascent alcohol from one container to another every month or so, leaving behind the film of dead yeast and sediment that sinks to the bottom.

There’s also the rotten-egg state to be reckoned with, when sulfurous gas starts to leak out of the sealed fermenter, filling, say, the kitchen with the stench of rotting bodies. on those messages boards, homebrewers call these “rhino farts,” a name that’s really too kind.

One more deterrent for lazy boozehounds thinking about getting all DIY: bubbles. Apple juice left to ferment for a few months will turn into something undeniably boozy, but it’ll be flat too. If the four or so percentage points of alcohol my cider weighs in at were easy to come by, carbonating it was far more difficult. It’s not that there’s a lack of bubbles involved in making booze—my cider was kicking off so much C02 that I practically knocked myself out cold after inhaling a cloud of it. It’s capturing that gas that’s the difficult part—the part that involves math, science-y measuring devices and the anxiety born of knowing that the two cases of 750 ml bottles full of cider sitting in your girlfriend’s closet could turn into so much apple-y shrapnel if things go wrong.

Here’s the gist of it: seal slightly sweet cider in a glass bottle, leave it the hell alone, and you’ll have a drink with some fizz to it in a few weeks. but if the cider is too sweet, if the bottles get too warm, if the glass isn’t strong enough… boom. the ten-foot arc of cider I sent spraying across a friend’s apartment when opening one bottle is as close to an explosion as I ever hope to come.

But catching a homemade buzz is an end that justifies the means only if the cider actually tasted good. And so: it smells a bit funky—like a horse, as one friend put it—and like yeast, too; the taste: tart and apple-y. It has none of the earthy, almost meaty depth of French ciders, or the intense tartness of Spanish ones. but it’s drinkable, which is all I was hoping for, and it was agreeable too.

The cider wasn’t the only batch of alcohol bubbling away in my apartment. there was a small lot of wine made from Grenache grapes grown near Ojai, too. And now every time I open a bottle of cider, I have to sacrifice a small, sparkling sip, one poured out in memory of its 2011-vintage brother, because that wine was an unmitigated disaster. Making wine was part of a larger project for me, one in which I grow up to be an old Italian man. So my attempt at winemaking followed my imagined school of old-man basement winemakers of the East Coast and Italy, one in which you just stomp on the grapes and don’t do—or add—much of anything else. My winemaking experiment cost a few hundred dollars—sixty pounds of grapes, a five-gallon fermenter and some other booze-making supplies. but that money largely went to waste, as I proved to be a grand failure of a vintner.

Pine Sol. Dry-erase markers. Burnt rubber. Tires. Eraser. these are just some of the lovely scents that wine had to offer. having smelled and tasted the Grenache from its alcohol-free youth, before the various bacterial infections and attacks by ethyl acetylene turned it into something far worse than sour grapes, I know that there was something appealing about the juice—something the proceeding months completely obliterated. I’m afraid to even let it turn in to two gallons of vinegar.

If I try my hand at making wine again this fall, my approach will be less laissez-faire. but I won’t change the way I ferment my second vintage of cider—I’ll just make more of it. Those two cases of 750ml bottles are a stockpile that will be killed off after a month or so worth of spring picnics.

With this second round of cider I might be more ambitious in sourcing and pressing the juice, too. I’ve heard tell of an old, gnarled orchard of heirloom apples not far from L.a., and to buy part of the crop and pulp and press the apples myself would be ideal. but to do so would involve retrofitting the motor and blade of a garbage disposal to pulverize the apples and buying or building a basket press to extract the juice—far more work at a far higher cost than simply buying some juice and more or less ignoring it. I wouldn’t want to lose sight of the end-goal of making booze at home, namely, actually getting drunk off your own supply.

Willy Blackmore is the Los Angeles editor for Tasting Table. He has a Tumblr.

DANIEL ZAMPOGNA, The Patriot NewsKylie Murray

NAME: Kylie Murray TITLE: Pediatrician COMPANY: Tan & Garcia Pediatrics YEARS IN FIELD: 3 1/2

Q: What causes diaper rash?

A: Diaper rashes are mainly caused by irritation, such as stool and urine in the diaper. Another reason is a yeast infection in the creases of the baby’s legs. this is more common after having been on antibiotics for something like an ear infection.

Q: How can you minimize the symptoms?

A: Make sure you change diapers frequently and immediately after the baby stools. You can use a probiotic mixed with the baby’s food when he or she is on an antibiotic. if the baby is having loose stools, then you can use vasoline with every diaper change to prevent a rash.

Q: What should you do to treat diaper rash?

A: Use an over-the-counter diaper rash cream for a mild diaper rash. For more severe diaper rash, use an over-the-counter diaper rash cream plus vasoline as a barrier. Make sure you put thick layers of cream on, and only the dirty parts need wiped off at every diaper change. give the baby a bath every day to gently clean off the excess cream.

Q: How can you tell the difference between diaper rash and a more serious type of rash?

A: A simple diaper rash should resolve with over-the-counter remedies. it will also be restricted to the private area, not extending onto the legs, belly or buttocks. it is not raised and is a uniform red or pink color.

Q: When should a parent call the doctor about the rash?

A: Parents should call the doctor immediately if the baby has a fever and a diaper rash. other, less immediate reasons to call the doctor are for bleeding or open skin at the rash area, rashes associated with blisters, rash extending onto the buttocks, legs or belly, or when none of the over-the-counter remedies listed above have worked to clear the rash.

Interview conducted via email by Patriot-News staff.

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The Fabulous Baker Brothers C4

“I’VE got baking in my blood,” says Tom Herbert, a man prone more than most to yeast infections.

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   Bakers Tom and Henry.

“A life without bread frankly isn’t worth living,” he added. Although I think, at a push, most of us would choose existence over toast.

Tom is a fifth generation baker.

“My granddad believed anyone can bake,” he said, “and so do I.”

I respect their optimism but neither has tried my mother’s mince pies.

Tom’s brother Henry runs the butchers next to Tom’s bakery. “Most of the time we work together,” said Tom, “but at other times it’s war as we fight hand-to-hand in a weekly pie contest.”

Whether they ever duel with baguettes was unclear.

This week, the brothers were preparing ‘the food of love’. Not Dairylea cheese, but breakfast in bed.

“If you want to show your love, there’s nothing like it,” said Henry.

Yes, nothing says it better than a plate of black pudding with a side of brown sauce.

“For me, it’s got to be Eggs Benedict,” he continued. “Look at that, a whole plate of love.”

I think he’d got it mixed up with Fabergé.

This week’s challenge was to make a pie to woo hairdressers.

“It’s got to be sweet, irresistible, and melt hearts,” said Tom.

If it lends itself to a dusting of dandruff all the better.

“The hairdressing students always used to flirt with me,” he added, “when I was studying bakery in the next classroom.”

They used to help him plait his buns.

Tom went for a cherry meringue tart, but the shampoo brigade preferred Henry’s passion fruit creation.

It was tastier and didn’t go off when left overnight in a hair cupboard.

“Seductive sweets are all very well,” said Henry, “but if you don’t get your main course right your lover won’t hang around for afters.”

That’s why you’re better taking them to McDonald’s where it all arrives together.

Henry plumped for a slow cooked cassoulet with duck and sausages.

“It gives you plenty of time to spend with your loved ones,” he explained.

If you’re not getting on, plump for a Pot Noodle.

Actually, if you have had a row, Tom suggests a creation called get out of Trouble Cake.

“Better than a bunch of flowers from the petrol station eh?” he boasted.

Possibly, although I’d still say it falls short of a can of Duckham’s Hypergrade.

And thus the Fabulous Baker Brothers departed.

Next week: the perfect flan for renewing your wedding vows.