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Candida Natural Cures

Candida albicans lives naturally in the colon, digestive tract and on the skin. At times, this yeast-like fungus over-proliferates internally and causes headaches, joint and muscle pain and even autoimmune diseases (such as. fibromyalgia). An overuse of antibiotics, corticosteroids and stress can spur candida overgrowth. Fortunately, there are a number of natural cures. It is best to use a combination of several natural remedies.

  1. Foods For Eliminating Candida

    • Fresh fruits and raw vegetables can be used to cleanse excess candida from your body. Both types of foods contain digestive enzymes that can kill this fungus. Fruits and vegetables are also rich in vitamins and minerals that foster healthy cell maintenance. Both are also known to create phagocytosis among the white blood cells. This enables the white blood cells to purify the blood and eliminate unhealthy or diseased red blood cells (those containing fungus, toxins and parasites). Fruits and vegetables can also alkalize your body. This creates a hostile environment for excess fungus and parasites, which can invade your body during a candida outbreak.

      Common vegetables and fruits used for juicing include cucumbers, carrots, radishes, kale, pineapples, melons, bananas, oranges and grapefruit. Try blending several vegetables and fruits and drinking their juices. Your body can better assimilate the nutrients this way. Eat frozen and canned vegetables, but some of the enzymes are lost during the cooking process.

    Herbs, Spices and Teas

    • A number of herbs, spices and teas are natural candida cures. Paul d'Arco is an herbal tea that can kill the systemic fungus of candida and increase your immunity. You can purchase the bark and boil it as a tea, or take it in capsule form. Garlic is another powerful fungus and yeast killer. Garlic is also an antiseptic that can heal inflammation of the colon walls caused by candida overgrowth. Try eating several garlic cloves per day for curing excess candida. Other herbs, spices and teas include cayenne pepper, ginger, senna and aloe leaves. Start with one or two of these treatments for your candida problem. Garlic and Paul d'Arco tea make a highly effective combination for natural candida cures.

    Probiotics

    • Probiotics are "friendly" bacteria that can replenish natural bacteria lost in fighting candida overgrowth. Probiotics can kill the excess fungus and increase your immunity level. Look for probiotics such as acidophilus and bifidus at your local health food store. The newer pearl-shaped probiotics are designed for surviving stomach acids. This ensures that they reach your small and large intestines. Yogurt also contains cultures or probiotics. Try eating a couple yogurts per day to help cure your candida problem. Buttermilk also has these cultures.

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