About Candida Cleanses

Candida is yeast that lives harmlessly inside of the genito-urinary and gastrointestinal tract. However, if this yeast grows out of control a candida cleanse can help to eliminate bothersome symptoms caused by the overgrowth of candida. Candida cleanses are sold online or over the counter at a local pharmacy, grocery or health food store. Many over-the-counter cleanses are designed to get rid of candida by combining herbs and other natural ingredients. Each cleanse is different depending on the company that manufactured it, so be sure to follow the directions on the box. Many candida cleanses involve taking herbal capsules one to three times daily. The cleanse will flush the yeast out of the body through the digestive system, which will cause a person to visit the bathroom often.

When candidiasis yeast is out of balance within the body, a person might suffer from health problems such as yeast infections, poor memory, eczema, digestive problems, bloating, gas or oral thrush, among other things. Antibiotics kill off good and bad bacteria in the body. This can cause candida yeast to grow out of control rapidly. There are also certain lifestyle factors that create an environment within the body that makes it easier for the candida bacteria to grow out of control. For instance, diets high in sugar, starch and other processed foods make the body more acidic. A candida cleanse is one way to rid the body of this bacteria overgrowth.

Benefits

• A candida cleanse can help to rejuvenate the body. Restoring the balance of good bacteria helps promote healthy digestion, healthy skin, good vision and a stronger immune system. The purpose of a candida cleanse is to assist the body by getting rid of excess candidiasis yeast.

Considerations

• There are many things to consider before starting a candida cleanse. You should consider starting the cleanse on a weekend because you will be visiting the bathroom often. You never know how your body will react. You may feel sick, tired and sluggish when you first start because your body is purging itself of toxins in addition to excess yeast. Take extra vitamins and get plenty of rest. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of pure water each day and eat whole foods.

Warning

• If you suffer from any digestive problems such as irritable bowel syndrome or Crohn's disease, be sure to consult a doctor before starting a cleanse. It may be necessary for you to do a candida cleanse under the care of a naturopathic doctor. This doctor may recommend cleansing more slowly and reporting results. Those people who have digestive disorders need to take extra precautions because cleansing may cause their symptoms to worsen.

Time Frame

• A candida cleanse will typically last 30 to 90 days, depending on the level of cleansing needed. Periodic cleansing every year or two may be necessary for some people.

Expert Insight

• Dr. Linda Page, author of "Detoxification," says to eat a lot of foods high in beta-carotene such as carrots and sea vegetables. She also recommends eating fruits alone rather than combining them with other foods. Limit acid-forming foods like beef, poultry, fast foods and processed foods. Dr. Page advises her patients to eat small meals several times a day during a candida cleanse.