The main risk factors for candidiasis (Candida overgrowth) are the consumption of a diet high in simple carbohydrates and the prolonged use of antibiotics and/or corticosteroids. These conditions allow the Candida to overgrow as the body's levels of friendly bacteria drop too low too keep the yeast in check. A fundamental part of our treatment for Candida overgrowth must be to reverse this balance in as many ways as possible. In essence, Candida natural remedies involve four key components:
#1 - Starve Candida
You need to follow an anti Candida diet to starve the yeast of its food source. Avoid the foods that help Candida grow (processed sugars, bread, mushrooms, nuts and cheese) and eat lots of the foods that Candida hates (fresh vegetables, wholegrains, organic meat and fresh fish).
#2 - Kill Candida
Take a natural anti-fungal that will he lp dispose of those stubborn yeast that are not starved to death.
#3 - Repopulate your gut flora with friendly bacteria
Probiotics are a vital component in restoring the healthy balance of the gut flora. The friendly bacteria help keep the Candida in check. Take a quality probiotic every day to restore this balance.
#4 - Boost your immune system
Boosting your immune system helps your body fight back against the yeast infection. Take a vitamin and mineral supplement daily. Drink lots of filtered water. Lead a healthy, low stress lifestyle. Get enough sleep. Do some exercise. Avoid cigarettes and alcohol.
These Candida natural remedies should all be used at the same time to attack the overgrowth on four fronts.