Been trying to follow all the info In this thread. Been having reoccurring staph (sensitive) strain. I keep getting what looks like infected pimples. I use tea tree oil and they refrain from spreading. Trying to dodge this altogether. Taking tumeric, garlic, fish oil for my immune system. Using defense soap after every training session, doing a decolonization with hibacleanse and a nasal antibiotic monthly. After giving you a little history I have three questions.
Can using defense soap regularly create a resistance to strains of bacteria?
Does the tea tree oil affect testosterone?
Could the issue be my gear? I'm very careful with not contaminating my bag after class. It's actually a hemp bag from Datsusara. Not sure why I get it if I clean my gi every time, dry on high heat, wear it for class, then use defense soap... Only thought is gear isn't being cleansed