Up the Intake of Candida Killers and Boost Your Immune System
You want to make sure you include the items from my top 10 list below on a daily basis, including:
- Raw Apple cider vinegar- https://amzn.to/3YAcjFj The acid and enzymes in ACV have been shown to help to kill and get rid of excess yeast in the body.
- Green veggies- Leafy green vegetables help alkalize the body, which fights against the acidic nature of yeast overgrowth. Research sugests that greens contain no sugars but have high amounts of magnesium that naturally detox the body, vitamin C to build the immune system, chlorophyll to cleanse the body, B vitamins to energize the body and iron to give the body full support.
- Coconut oil- https://amzn.to/3K5Jjkt Coconut oil has antimicrobial properties, and studies show that the combination of lauric acid and caprylic acid found in coconut oil kills off harmful candida through ingestion and topical application.
- Stevia- https://amzn.to/3Seq6z5 We know that sugar feeds candida. That’s why it’s important to use different sweeteners, and stevia is the perfect choice for those on a candida diet. Studies show that not only is stevia an antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antibiotic agent, but it also helps balance the pancreas, which is often compromised when someone has candida. But watch out for stevia sweetners that are cut with other artificial sweeters or with fillers like rice starch. A pure stevia liquid like the link I listed is what you want.
- Manuka honey- https://amzn.to/3GTd4BP A very powerful natural anit-mmicrobial
- Garlic. It contains a large number of sulphur-containing compounds that have extremely potent, broad-spectrum antifungal properties. Animal studies show that raw garlic benefits the fight against candida specifically. Homegrown garlic is a key ingredient in my Fire Spice – bit.ly/FireSpicE
- Ground chia https://amzn.to/3YyfZYh and flaxseeds https://amzn.to/3jXuWnJ – Polyphenols found in flaxseeds and chia seeds have been found to support the growth of probiotics in the gut and may also help eliminate yeast and candida in the body.
- Unsweetened cranberry juice – Cranberry juice without added sugar has been shown to help correct the pH levels of urine, helping prevent the overgrowth of fungi like candida. Here is a powder one that can be mixed into water https://amzn.to/3k7hcGO
- Cultured dairy- kefir has displayed antibacterial and anti-candida effects in animal studies. You can order Milk kefir grains to culure your own kefir again and again- bit.ly/milkkefirgrains
- Fermented veggies- These naturally probiotic rich foods, like sauerkraut, help to detoxify the gut and push out harmful microbes. Learn how to make many types of delicious fermented foods in my online fermentation class- bit.ly/fermentation101
- Spices like turmeric and cinnamon- Turmeric contains an active component called curcumin that has been shown to completely inhibit the growth of Candida. Studies have shown that people who supplement with cinnamon generally suffer from less candida overgrowth than those who don’t. Both of these powerhouse spices are key ingredients of my Spiced Lemonade Mix- bit.ly/spicedlemonade
- Cooked vegetables- Non-starchy, cooked vegetables — such as broccoli, cauliflower and asparagus — provide valuable nutrients that fight candida.
- Organic Meat- Protein plays a key role in candida. If you get your protein from factory-farmed meats, you could actually feed candida, while research suggests that foods high in healthy fats and protein protect against candida. That’s why it’s so important to consume only organic, free-range meat. Meat and animal products that aren’t organic contain antibiotic residues, which are a major cause of candida overgrowth. Therefore, conventional animal foods of all types should be avoided at all costs.
- Bone Broth- It benefits so many different aspects of our health, and you can add treating candida to the list. In fact, it’s one of the best food sources to destroy candida due to its positive effects on gut health. Look back on our post for how to make bone broth, or buy it here- https://amzn.to/3lE7hsU
