Candida, an overproduction of yeast in the intestines, is caused by prolonged, abuse or incorrect use of antibiotics. An antibiotic is an effective way to rid the body of an infection and/or bacteria. Antibiotics do not discern between good and bad bacteria, but get rid of both, removing good intestinal flora in the process. Without good flora to provide a healthy balance in the intestines, yeast and other harmful bacteria have a perfect place to grow. Candida symptoms include fatigue, loss of energy, bloating, change in bowel movements and function, and general lack of interest.
Candida Eliminators
Yeast is a natural organism and can be dealt with naturally. Using herbs and herbal formulas are an effective way of eliminating candida from your body. Candida did not show up overnight. It will not be removed overnight either. You must be diligent and continue the natural and herbal regimen, even when it is difficult. Herbal remedies come in many forms, such as teas or tinctures. They also come in herbal formulas, where a number of herbs, foods and natural ingredients are combined for the elimination of a condition. The herbal formulas to rid the body of candida are medicinal mushrooms, garlic, psyllium and triphala.
Medicinal Mushrooms
Most herbalists suggest avoiding mushrooms if you have candida, as fungi only add to the yeast overgrowth. Medicinal mushrooms are different. They grow on the bark of trees. Medicinal mushrooms have been used in Asian herbal remedies for centuries. These mushrooms are low in glucose (sugar) and are comprised of maitake, reishi and shiitake. The most common form for you to take them is in capsule. Take four to eight capsules daily on an empty stomach. Not only will they help to reduce and eliminate the candida, they will also help to improve your immune system.
Garlic
Garlic is a natural anti-bacterial and anti-fungal food. It can eliminate candida from your intestines. To get the best benefits from garlic, you must eat it raw. Most people cannot eat raw garlic as the taste is too bitter. Try pickled garlic. One small clove daily assists the body to remove candida. If you cannot find pickled garlic, use garlic oil pills and take three daily, one with each meal.
Fiber
Since candida lives in your intestines, you want to help eliminate it. Fiber moves waste through your intestines. The best way to increase fiber is to eat more fruits and vegetables such as apples, carrots or broccoli. If that's not possible, a good herbal formula is psylllium. Take psyllium daily to add fiber to your diet. Fiber works well on its own. It works even better with water. Increase your water intake when adding fiber to your diet.
Triphala
Triphala is an Ayurvedic herb used to cleanse the colon and remove toxins. It has been called the wonder drug. All natural and made from the fruits harada, amla and bihara, it is widely used in India. You can find triphala in your natural food store or online. It is available in powder or pill form. Begin with one tablet daily or 1/4 tsp. of the powder in 8 oz. of cool water. Increase the amount of triphala until your desired dosage is found. Reduce the amount if any diarrhea or severe stomach upset symptoms appear.
Keep Candida Away
Although candida can be removed from your body, it is wise to eliminate foods that create or aggravate candida. Remove white sugar, alcohol (another sugar), coffee and refined grains from your diet. Adding natural fruits and vegetables and intestinal flora, in the form of yogurt or tincture, to your diet fortifies the intestines to be able to fight yeast production.
