At the present time there is no real evidence that a candida free diet has any effect on candida overgrowth
. The diet in itself is similar to a recommended weight loss diet which explains the reported weight loss by some people. The removal of processed foods from the diet would help clear all the toxins and antioxidants from the body which would explain why people feel much healthier. But, even with the absence of scientific proof, there is ever growing evidence that the diet is effective.