Are you suffering with Candida overgrowth?
Candidiasis is a fungal infection caused by yeasts that belong to the genus Candida. There are over 20 species of Candida yeasts that can cause infection in humans, the most common of which is Candida albicans.
Candida yeasts may normally live on the skin and in some body cavities (such as the mouth, vagina, nose and intestines) without causing symptoms of infection or disease. However, if an overgrowth of these yeasts occurs, symptoms of infection may occur.
The growth of Candida is kept under control by a healthy immune system and the actions of the friendly bacteria in the gut. Candida fungi and other yeasts, can multiply out of control if the numbers of friendly bacteria in your gut are reduced. People with a weak immune system can experience severe Candida infections.
Other causes of Candida infection include a high sugar diet and excessive use of broad spectrum antibiotic drugs, immunosuppressant drugs or steroid drugs. In some women high doses of the female hormone estrogen, found in some oral contraceptive pills or during pregnancy may cause an overgrowth of Candida.
Luckily there’s a lot you can do to overcome Candida.
Symptoms of Candida
As the Candida flourishes in the intestines, you are likely to experience excessive gas and abdominal bloating. Women may also have a thick white vaginal discharge and itchy vulva. Some people experience an itchy anus. The tongue may develop a thick white
coating and white patches appear in the mouth.
Candida can form tendrils that grow like roots and can penetrate the wall of the intestines. The tendrils act like a leaking pipe through which waste products and toxins can enter directly into the bloodstream. This can cause symptoms such as fatigue, brain dysfunction, allergies and mysterious health conditions.
Anti Candida diet
The type of food you eat can either kill Candida or cause it to flourish.
Here are my recommendations:
- Avoid yeast extracts such as vegemite and marmite, alcoholic drinks that contain sugar (unsweetened spirits are generally safe), pickles and preserves containing sugar, jams, canned fruits, dried fruits, peanuts, melons and any fruit that is moldy.
- Avoid bread, muffins, pastries, cakes, and biscuits and all foods containing white sugar, baker’s yeast and flour. Avoid lollies, sugary sweet drinks, and any foods containing malt as an additive.
- Avoid every type of sugar, including raw brown sugar, molasses and honey, as they feed Candida and other unhealthy yeasts in the bowel. It may be possible to use small amounts of a good quality honey (such as manuka honey) because honey contains natural antibiotics that stop fungi and bacteria from growing. Stevia is not a problem for those with yeast infections.
- Fruit can usually be eaten provided it is very fresh and free of moldy areas. Restrict the intake of fruits to no more than 2 pieces daily. In those with severe candida, fruit should be totally avoided for the first three months.
- It is best to avoid dairy products and gluten because these foods increase intestinal permeability (leaky gut syndrome) and will worsen the terrible symptoms and adverse health conditions that Candida can cause. Glutamine is one of the best natural remedies for repairing a leaky gut because your intestinal cells use it to repair themselves.
- Your diet should be high in healthy fats from seeds such as ground flaxseed, ground pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds, non-hulled tahini paste, avocados and coconut oil. Coconut oil is particularly effective against several intestinal parasites including Helicobacter pylori bacteria and Candida. Intestinal Parasite Cleanse capsules are a powerful herbal formula that helps to eradicate Candida and other unwanted microbes in the gut. It is then vitally important to repopulate the bowel with good bugs, such as those found in FloraTone capsules.
- Foods that have natural antibiotic properties will fight Candida effectively if they are eaten regularly. The best ones are raw garlic (finely chopped, grated or juiced), raw ginger, onions, leeks, and radishes, cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower,cabbage) and cinnamon. Fresh garden herbs can fight Candida if they are eaten regularly - the best are thyme, oregano and rosemary. These foods are also very beneficial for the liver. Anyone with a Candida infection will develop an unhealthy, sluggish liver. This is because whenever there is a leaky gut, the liver bears the brunt of all the bowel toxins. The liver is the first stop for all blood flowering from the intestines. An overwhelmed liver will not be able to cleanse and purify your bloodstream well. This can lead to symptoms such as fatigue, foggy head, weight gain and allergies. Livatone Plus helps to support a healthy liver and can repair inflamed liver cells.
The above statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease.
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Many cases of Athletes Foot have been identified as a Candida infection.
Yes, the recommended supplements are very likely to be most beneficial.
Another little gem that may be beneficial is to place a tablespoon of Sodium Bicarbonate in your shoes once a week and shake it around to coat the inside of them. Shake excess into trash bin. It absorbs excess moisture, which deprives the yeast/mold/fungus of somewhere to grow.
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Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
I have Trichophyton mentagrophytes (fungus), I have been trying to get rid of it for a year now. On and off with antibiotics, but no success. Some doctors are saying it a type of candida. I was wondering what I can take and I currently live in doha, qatar. Do you recommend a certain site or do you deliver here.
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Thank you for your comment.
We recommend 6 BactoClear capsules daily (2 with each meal) for a month, and a sugar free low carb diet.
https://www.liverdoctor.com/bacto-clear-60-capsules.html
Unfortunately Liverdoctor.com doesnt ship to Qatar. I'm unsure if how you can obtain this product. Perhaps you have access to a similar product.
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Margaret
I feel depressed very anxious because all of this pain. I am on candida diet for about 6 weeks and lost weight but constipation is a problem to me so I try to eat 1 kiwi each day. Can I take vitamins, protein powder,? When I eat meat I get migraine and I don't know why.
What kind of probiotcs are good.. Amazon doesn't deliver everything to Europe ...Thanks a lot
We recommend you see your healthcare practitioner.
We recommend you follow the eating principles in Dr Cabot's book 'Healthy Bowel, Healthy Body'.
We recommend you avoid all grains, sugar and dairy products.
You may benefit from taking
Glutamine 1 metric tsp twice daily to heal and seal the gut lining.
Bactoclear 2 caps twice daily to help eradicate candida and bacterial overgrowth.
Floratone after Bactoclear is finished, 1 cap 1 to 2 times daily in between meals or on an empty stomach to help recolonise the gut with beneficial bacteria.
These products can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
lot but lately it has stopped. I feel depressed because I feel sick a lot. I have a bowel movement every day but not great ones. I was checked for H-pylori and also parasites and both are negative.
Regards,
any info would be great. I thought I had candida but not sure now
We recommend you eliminate grains, sugar, processed food and takeout meals.
Try to base your diet on good protein sources (poultry,seafood,lean meat,eggs), good fats (avocado,cheese,seafood,nuts and seeds), fresh fruits and vegetables.
There is an excellent eating plan in Dr Cabot's book: 'Healthy Bowel,Healthy Body'.
Dr Cabot recommends you take
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to improve liver function.
Colon Cleanse 2 caps once or twice daily with 2 glasses of water to promote bowel elimination and to remove excess toxins and debris from the intestines.
Floratone-10 1 cap one to two times daily between meals or on an empty stomach to recolonise the gut with good bacteria and reduce inflammation.
These can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
We recommend you get a liver function test.
You need to improve your digestive health, liver function and immune system to reduce the inflammation from acne rosacea.
As acne rosacea is an autoimmune disease we recommend you eliminate all gluten and sugar from your diet.
Dr Cabot recommends you take
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to improve liver function.
Selenomune 1 cap daily with food to support a healthy immune system, improve liver detoxification and is indicated for those with an autoimmune disease.
Glutamine 1 scoop daily in water or juice to heal and seal your leaky gut and reduce intestinal inflammation.
Intestinal Parasite Cleanse 1 cap three times daily and then after 2 weeks increase to 2 caps three times daily, discontinue use after 2 months. This will help to eliminate bad gut bacteria
These products can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
Thanks
Margie
Did you order from the American site? www.liverdoctor.com? If so, then you will pay international postage rates. So that is not ideal if you are living in QLD. It is best to order from www.cabothealth.com.au if you are in Australia.