Greenlife Health Advisor

Chronic Candidiasis

Also indexed as:Candida Albicans, Candidiasis, Yeast Syndrome

Chronic candidiasis can be hard to spot,as its symptoms are the same as those of a number of other health issues. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.

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Eat foods low in refined carbs and sugars
White flour, refined sugars, and fruit juices may help yeast grow in the intestine, so cut them out of your diet
Try some beneficial bacteria
Take a probiotic supplement that contains 10 billion colony-forming units a day of acidophilus or bifidobacteria to control yeast in the intestine
Check out anti-fungal supplements
To reduce yeast in the intestine, try caprylic acid (1,500 mg a day), supplemental garlic (5,000 mcg a day of allicin potential in an enteric-coated supplement), or oregano oil (0.2 to 0.4 ml a day of a coated supplement)
Get a doctor’s opinion
Tests can help you make sure your symptoms are not the result of another health problem
Avoid eating foods like bread and cheese, which contain yeast and mould
Eliminating these types of foods may reduce possible reactions due to sensitivities

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The information presented in Aisle7 is for informational purposes only. It is based on scientific studies (human, animal, or in vitro), clinical experience, or traditional usage as cited in each article. The results reported may not necessarily occur in all individuals. Self-treatment is not recommended for life-threatening conditions that require medical treatment under a doctor's care. For many of the conditions discussed, treatment with prescription or over the counter medication is also available. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements or before making any changes in prescribed medications. Information expires June 2013.