Title: How to Test for and Treat Candida Naturally | Back To The Book Nutrition
Headings: How to Test for and Treat Candida Naturally
How to Test for and Treat Candida Naturally
WHAT IS CANDIDA OVERGROWTH?
WHAT CAUSES CANDIDA OVERGROWTH?
MEDICATION AND LIFESTYLE FACTORS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO A CANDIDA OVERGROWTH (1, 2, 17, 18)
CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH CANDIDA (2, 4, 7)
HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE CANDIDA?
COMMON SYMPTOMS OF CANDIDA
HOW TO TEST FOR CANDIDA
Note from Dena:
HOW DO I TREAT CANDIDA?
Step 1: Stop the Overgrowth of Candida Albicans
Diet to Help Stop Candida Overgrowth
Medical Treatment to Help Stop Candida Overgrowth
Die-off and other Cautions About Medical Treatment for Candida Overgrowth
Step 2: REBUILD NORMAL GUT FLORA
HOW TO REBUILD NORMAL GUT FLORA
HOW CAN I PREVENT CANDIDA RECURRENCE?
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Content: WHAT CAUSES CANDIDA OVERGROWTH? Candida albicans is a normally harmless yeast found in mucus membranes, including those in the mouth, ears, nose, skin, vagina, and gut. Overgrowth can occur in any of these areas, often in combination with one another, so identification of any one area of overgrowth may indicate the presence of overgrowth in the gut as well. MEDICATION AND LIFESTYLE FACTORS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO A CANDIDA OVERGROWTH (1, 2, 17, 18)
No one factor on this list causes Candida overgrowth on its own. But, in combination, these factors can create the perfect storm for an overgrowth. Diet high in refined carbohydrates (white flour/white rice), and sugar
Diet high in certain fermented foods like Kombucha, sauerkraut, and pickles
High alcohol intake
High or chronic stress environment (prolonged stress can impair our digestive system)
Low stomach acid
Overuse of antibiotics (number 1 reason, particularly broad-spectrum antibiotics like tetracycline, cephalexin, cefoperazone)
Oral contraceptives
Oral corticosteroid use (Prednisone, etc.) Inhaled steroids (steroid asthma inhaler, steroid nasal sprays)
Suppressed immune system
Inflammatory conditions (obesity, autoimmune disease, etc.) Pregnancy
Diabetes
CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH CANDIDA (2, 4, 7)
ADD/ADHD
Eczema
Psoriasis
Hives
Rash
Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ulcerative Colitis (70-86%)
Crohn’s Disease (44%)
Lupus
Scleroderma
Multiple Sclerosis
Fibromyalgia
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
IBS
Depression/Anxiety
Leaky Gut Syndrome
Chronic Inflammation
Asthma
Obesity
Diabetes
HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE CANDIDA? Candida overgrowth can manifest in a variety of symptoms, some of which can be non-specific and similar to other conditions – making it difficult to diagnose based on symptoms alone. COMMON SYMPTOMS OF CANDIDA
Recurrent athlete’s foot
Recurrent toenail fungus
Recurrent yeast infections (Vaginal Candidiasis)
White coating on tongue (Oral Thrush)
Feeling tired and worn down
Gas/Bloating
Diarrhea/Constipation
Brain fog
Headaches or migraines
Skin rashes or other skin issues (16)
Irritability/Mood swings
Depression/Anxiety
Diagnosed autoimmune diseases
Recurring UTIs
Rectal itching
Vaginal itching
Dandruff
Severe seasonal allergies
Itchy ears
Sugar cravings
New sensitivities to commonly eaten foods (16)
Disorientation
Dizziness
Muscle and joint aches
Chronic sinusitis
Recurrent colds
PMS
Decreased libido
Prostate and bladder infections
HOW TO TEST FOR CANDIDA
It’s important to confirm a Candida infection, and not just treat based on symptoms, the latter of which can lead to costly and unnecessary medication use and unwarranted diet restrictions.