Candida Overgrowth is More of a Lifestyle Problem than a Medical One

ByNATIONAL CANDIDA CENTER

Candida overgrowth is affecting a large portion of the population in the United States. Many people treat it as a disease while ignoring the underlying causes. Unhealthy eating, erratic sleeping patterns, a lack of exercise, and other factors contribute to candida overgrowth, which necessitates a holistic approach to adopting a healthy lifestyle in order to alleviate the symptoms. 

 

In most cases, the origin of Candida overgrowth is unknown. Chronic fatigue is one symptom, but others include bloating, gas, diarrhea, joint and muscle pain, mental fogginess, skin rashes and itches, recurrent vaginal yeast infections, headaches, and chronic fatigue.

 

Candida overgrowth is more than just a common infection:

 

Candida can be classified as either a yeast or a fungus, depending on the circumstances. Like many pathogens, it lives in the GI tract, vagina, and skin folds. Candida is beneficial if your body’s other systems are functioning normally.

 

Candida can overgrow in the gut and turn into a hostile fungus. When that happens, at least one of the three things below is always involved:

 

  1. Less healthy bacteria in the gut: Because of this, the natural barriers that keep candida in check are lowered. Causes include a bad diet, digestive issues, stress, medication, and even “accidental” antibiotics (from eating meat laced with antibiotics).

 

  1. A less strong immune system: Immune system fatigue can be caused by things like persistent infections, persistent stress, and exposure to toxins and pollution. Steroids, including both over-the-counter steroid medications like prednisone and those prescribed by doctors, and the cortisol produced by the adrenal glands in response to stress, are also possible causes.

 

  1. A high-sugar diet: Yeast thrives on simple carbohydrates like sugar and refined carbohydrates like flour. Candida grows rapidly in the colon when the diet is too high in sugar.

 

These conditions can help candida keep absorptive doorways from the gut to the bloodstream open. Leaky gut allows candida and other toxins to enter the bloodstream. When this happens, symptoms of candida can appear.

 

Candida Overgrowth Treatment:

 

First and foremost, a candida overgrowth must be correctly diagnosed. If you are going to test for candida, we recommend a comprehensive stool analysis followed by a natural treatment for candida overgrowth. 

  •  Antifungal medication: An effective treatment plan will combine antifungal medication with measures to restore your body’s natural microbial balance. Start both treatments simultaneously for better and more lasting outcomes. The following is a list of things that an individual can do on their own in accordance with their requirements. Take systemic antifungal treatments like cinnamon, garlic, oregano oil, olive leaf, or berberine-containing herbs to cut down on your candida overgrowth. 

 

  • Reduce sugar intake: Reduce your intake of sugar and refined grains, as they are a major source of fuel for yeast. Use stevia or xylitol if you must use sugar. After regaining balance, you can eat whole fruits again.

 

  • Increase your probiotics: You must restore a healthy internal environment while trimming candida to prevent regrowth. Both probiotics and prebiotics help balance the body. 

 

  • Mind your diet: To get the most out of your diet, you should concentrate on whole foods that already contain beneficial nutrients like fiber, digestive enzymes, prebiotics, and probiotics. Don’t eat anything, not even vegetables, that has a high glycemic index (a measure of how much sugar is in a serving). This includes things like corn, potatoes, and peas. Avoid eating meat from animals that were given antibiotics and instead opt for organic options. Don’t forget that eating fermented foods like real yogurt, kefir, and kombucha on a regular basis helps maintain a balanced microbiome in the colon.

 

The following two items are not relevant to everyone, but you should still be aware of them.

 

Relax Your Stomach

Once the overgrowth of candida is under control, gut health can be restored. Slippery elm, marshmallow root, aloe, and licorice root are some of the best herbal medicines for relieving stomach inflammation.

 

Detoxify to boost your immunity

Toxins distract your immune system, allowing candida to thrive. Here are some ways to boost your immunity:

 

  • Breathe. The lungs are the largest detox organs. When we inhale oxygen, we exhale carbon dioxide. The same process occurs at the cellular level, with our bodies taking in oxygen and releasing carbon dioxide.

 

  • Exercise and hydrate. Exercise boosts circulation, nutrient flow, and detoxification. A daily 30-minute walk or sauna use helps sweat out the toxins we accumulate. Before and after the sauna, drink electrolyte-rich water to flush toxins and prevent dehydration. 

 

  • Eat right. Go organic. Consuming a diet high in fiber and antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables can help your body eliminate harmful substances.

 

  • Fasting. It is an ancient, powerful, and affordable way to cleanse. Religious and spiritual people fast to purify body, mind, and spirit. Fasting lets the body rest and work more efficiently. Fasting improves insulin sensitivity, enzyme status, salt taste recalibration, weight loss, and leaky gut.

This may seem like a long list, but if you’ve been battling candida overgrowth, you’ll do whatever it takes to get better. Once you have candida under control, it will support your health again.

You can even take Candisol™ which contains Vegan Gastrointestinal Enzymes  to fight candida overgrowth. It is a safe, effective, and gentle approach to fungal overgrowth, and will not harm healthy intestinal flora. Visit Nationalcandidacenter.com or call us at 407-321-1377 to give a better start to your natural treatment for candida overgrowth today.