Syntol AMD is promoted in health food stores as one of the greatest new products that allegedly destroys candida overgrowth in the gut, and in turn re-balances the healthy flora with its probiotic strains.
I do not have a firm opinion on this product yet, but I personally have chosen not to use it and will explain why:
The controversial strain of bacteria used is called “B. subtilis,” aka “Bacillus Subtilis.”
Dr. Jeffrey McCombs, a doctor whom I consider to be one of the leaders in effective anti-candida treatments, has stated his opinions against this strain of bacterium which can be found online, and why this may be counter-productive in the fight against candida.
It needs to be noted that his opinions are sometimes fiercely contested, and other research bears out the notion that indeed this strain is effective against candida, but this researcher’s (my) readings of this research have not left me convinced…yet.
That said, the company that produces the product is reporting incredible results. And in fairness, I have heard from several third parties that the product has produced dramatic effects in about 45 days worth of use, at which time it can be used on a maintenance basis for balance.
It’s a tough issue.
I have a friend who experienced a fairly adverse reaction to the product (not severe, but noticeable) and it was difficult to determine whether the increase in symptoms was due to a herxheimer reaction, or, due to the product actually aggravating the condition.
As is so often the case, without organizations sincerely devoted to the issue of candida, testing, and finding ways to successfully combat it, we are often shooting in the dark with our attempts to heal ourselves, never knowing for certain what is and is not working, and instead just looking for indications of discomfort and pain relief as our primary goal.
I remain uncertain about this product. I have seen both good and bad results from it. I will report more soon on a new section starting here showing my own personal anti-candida system, that has worked for me and continues to, to help me manage symptoms and keep the problem under control. My system also enables a person a little more in terms of diet options, while hitting the problem from both a localized, as well as systemic standpoint.