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Yeast
Yeast

infection is caused by microscopic bacteria called Candida. These bacteria live

on the surface of our body, particularly the genital area and the mouth, and

also in our gastrointestinal tract. They are needed by our bodies to keep

unhealthy bacteria in check.

In a

normal healthy person, the Candida is kept in balance by healthy pro-biotic

bacteria and a normally functioning immune system.

Unfortunately

under various different circumstances our body's healthy internal balance can

be disrupted. When the happens the Candida can then multiply out of control

and, if we don't take action quickly, it can change from a yeast form into a

fungal form which creates root-like structures which can penetrate the walls of

our intestines.

This

allows the yeast and bacteria to invade the whole body and this is when we

start to see the symptoms that we recognise as yeast infection. The condition

can then potentially cause issues for our entire system as well as localised

infections.

The impact of diet

Medical

studies support the theory that diet can be highly effective in the treatment

and prevention of various medical conditions including yeast infection.

It is not

usually necessary to change your diet forever but some of the recommended

changes should not be too surprising as they are generally acknowledged to be

factors in a normal healthy diet anyway - whether you have a yeast infection or

not.

The

actually length of time that you will need to follow these guidelines will

depend on the strength of the infection as well as the ability of your body to

recover. As a guide, six weeks or so is normally recommended.

What should I avoid eating?

The

general principle is that we are looking to eliminate anything that the yeast

can feed on.

It is

very important to try to avoid anything containing sugar as much as possible -

yeast loves sugar. This includes cakes, pastries, doughnuts, sweetened drinks, natural

sugar and processed sugar. Basically avoid anything containing any type of

sugar or sugar substitute as much as possible.

Try to

avoid refined carbohydrates, including white flour, white pasta, white rice and

any type of cereals. Try to replace refined carbohydrates with whole grain

products.

Try to

avoid milk and dairy products including cheese and yoghurts. Your body treats

lactose as sugar and the yeast will feed on it.

Avoid

alcoholic drinks as much as you can. Yeast is used during the fermentation process

and many beers and wines in particular contain a lot of yeast and sugar.

Alcohol can also weaken the immune system. A strong healthy immune system is

part of what is needed to prevent Candida overgrowth.

Try to

avoid any fermented or malted food products including bread, pizza, cakes,

biscuits and anything coated in bread or bread crumbs.

Remember that diet is only a

small part of a proper holistic treatment

Please

remember that while diet can have a major impact on the prevention and

treatment of Candida, it is only a small part of the proper holistic treatment

that I would recommend as a comprehensive permanent cure.

by: Yeast Infection Cure Store

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