The condition candidiasis--responsible for yeast infections and oral thrush as well as some stomach and urinary tract problems--is caused by a fungus called candida, or Candida albicans, says the University of Maryland Medical Center. While the candida diet aims to eliminate foods that promote excess growth of candida, limited evidence exists showing the effectiveness of such a diet to treat candidiasis, says Brent A. Bauer, M.D., director of the Department of Internal Medicine's Complementary and Integrative Medicine Program at the Mayo Clinic. The candida diet may promote a healthier diet overall, as it cuts out sugars, white flower and processed foods, says Bauer.
Step 1
Make a list of foods you can and cannot eat based on your candida diet. Bring this list with you when you eat out to show to your server. Ask your server to check ingredient lists of any pre-made sauces or condiments in the kitchen for items you should not be eating.
Step 2
Order tea or water, as the candida diet does not allow sugars or alcohol. Ask your server to bring unsweetened tea, as many restaurants serve flavored varieties loaded with sugars.
Step 3
Look for dishes with steamed or grilled fish, chicken and vegetables, or order a salad. Many sauces and dressings contain sugar, so ask for them to be served on the side.
Step 4
Carry a few packets of wheat-free soy sauce or salad dressing along with you to the restaurant. If you find yourself in an establishment with limited choices, you can dress up a salad or steamed vegetables with your own candida-friendly seasonings.
Step 5
Avoid dishes containing cheese, dairy, and processed foods like breads, chips, cookies or crackers.
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