Eliminate
Candida Infections
also known as
Candidiasis or Yeast Infection

Candida infections (often termed yeast infection) are a huge problem for many, many people. These infections are caused by an over abundance of yeast which grows out of control within the body.

I lived with systemic candida for over 30 years and did not know it. I was fatigued all the time; drinking coffee and eating chocolate to stay perky so no one would know how awful I felt. That was my story until 8 years ago. NOT ANYMMORE...!

Everyone has candida albican cells in the body which is normal. The beneficial bacteria (probiotics) in the GI tract keeps this yeast in check. If our mothers did not have a candida infection during pregnancy, then for the most part, when we are born, our bodies are equipped with friendly bacteria and a healthy immune system function which keeps candida from spreading throughout the body….….UNTIL…

…the immune system becomes comprised and the friendly bacteria are destroyed.

How Does This Happen?

For many, myself included, the breakdown of the immune system and the reduction in friendly bacteria often happens with the overuse of antibiotics - as children, teenagers and into adulthood. The antibiotics destroy the friendly bacteria, allowing the candida to multiply. Remember antiobiotics are made from fungi (yeast) – combined with THE SADD - Standard American Dead Diet - sodas, white flour, white sugar, white rice, alcohol, fast food, microwaved, processed food and the like – and over the years, the candida/yeast, which feeds off of these things grows out of control.

I also swam competively for many years and chlorinated water destroys the beneficial bacteria as well.

It appears that many people who are chronically tired and have low energy, Chronic Fatigue Symptoms, fibromyalgia, cancer and other chronic or serious health issues have a candida / yeast infection as an underlying problem which is overlooked or not addressed properly. In my case, the candida went systemic (breaks through the intestinal lining into the bloodstream), and traveled throughout my body compromising the function of many organs including my lungs, creating numerous symptoms and was the root cause of my chronic fatigue and pre-cancer of the liver.

I had no idea how ill my body was UNTIL I had my blood looked at under a microscope (known as dark field microscopy) by a very successful and well known holistic medical doctor. (This doctor does not see new patients).

The dark field microscopy revealed that the candida was raging in my digestive system and had spread to my lungs, liver and pancreas, with many infected blood cells and I had a significant level of pre-cancer liver cells, as well as high oxidative stress and the blood platelets were clumping together - so the blood wasn't circulating as it should. This is not as uncommon as people may think.

Candex - Celluose Enzymes which rupture the cell wall of the Candida,    thus killing the yeast

Candordistat - Homeopathic which also destroys candida

Red Desert^® Clay - Super effective for removing the toxins. Candida    die-off from the body through the elimination system and remineralizes    your cells

      AND

LivingFlora - Probiotic to replenish the "good bacteria" in the digestive    system. When antibiotics are taken, good bacterial flora is destroyed.

When the immune system function is strong, it will gobble up excess yeast, cancer cells, bacteria, viruses and other pathogens.

Since Candida was the underlying cause of nearly all of my symptoms, I primarily focused on detoxification of the entire body, with juicing and supplementation multiple times a day for many months. This alone caused my pre-cancerous situation to disappear in 2 months, and the candida to completely turn around in 4 months. In about 9 months, the candida was no longer a problem.

Taking supplements all day long, juicing and eating raw vegetables took a fair amount of diligence and time, and I felt sorry for myself. However, I carried on in spite of my "poor me" and have regained my joy, aliveness and purpose for living.

Using the above suggestions with a multi product aproach as you ease into the dietary suggestions offered below, can be do-able.

Candida albicans (yeast infections) can initially be tenancious. I did not use the anti-fungal drugs or herbs, since candida tends to develop a immunity to them. It did take me about 4 months of product use and dietary changes to remove the systemic condition, and another 5 months to be candida free.

There is NO ONE PRODUCT alone, which will clear up a major chronic candida infection.

We found for our chronic condition, a multi-product approach was most effective. There are several products which will digest candida and disrupt the overgrowth. At the same time it will be significantly beneficial to boost the immune system, detoxify heavy metals, replace the beneficial bacteria, and create an environment where abundanct candida/yeast cannot survive. You can do this with specific products to jumpstart the cleansing as you replace the foods you are eating to more raw green vegetables, spirulina and a few simple foods that nourish the body, and discourage candida growth.

With all that I did from supplementation to diet, I began to feel a little better in 3 months and much better in 6 months.

You cannot detoxify the entire body in a month, but you can make a giant step forward. Detoxification is done with consistency over time. The more you do, the faster your symptoms will clear. If you have heavy metal toxicity i.e. lead, arsenic, or mercury from amalgams, it is important to detoxify from these. These toxins weaken the immune system which makes it easier for candida to prolificate. (The Red Desert® Clay along with Natural Liquid Zeolite will be quite effective).

By cleansing the entire body over time, and remineralizing the cells, the immune system funcion will strengthen and more quickly gobble up the over abundant yeast naturally (which is what a healthy immune system is supposed to do).

Since those with yeast infections have mineral deficiencies, we would suggest Red Desert^® Clay to re-mineralize and remove the candida that is being killed off with products. Always add in magnesium powder if you have any constipation or sluggish bowels.

Product Suggestions ~

A. Candex - The most potent blend of plant based, fiber digesting enzymes for removing yeast, without the negative side-effects of anti-fungal drugs. Take an hour before eating or 2 hours after eating meals (for best results). Candida albicans builds up in the large intestine multiplying and can eventually break through the intestinal lining and travel throughout the body.

Super helpful to take Candex with the Red Desert^® clay (to facilitate the quick removal of the broken down candida) and the LivingFlora to replenish the beneficial bacteria. To Purchase>>

B. Red Desert^® Edible Detox Mineral Rich Clay – Although this clay we have been eating every day for nearly 6 years for many reasons - when it comes to candida albicans - it will help to facilitate the removal of the candida as it is breaking down and dying off in the body.

The Red Desert^® Edible clay will detoxify many things, bind and remove unfriendly bacteria, heavy metals and toxic pathogens, help alkalinize and deliver a wide variety of minerals to the body which will nourish your cells and build bone density. Those with Candida infections usually have mineral deficiencies. (Used by NASA to reverse the effects of Osteoporosis.)3/4 tsp to 1-1/2 tsp 2x a day. More Info>>


C. ProBiotic - LivingFlora™ – This is a truly wonderful probiotic. LivingFlora™ contains six strains of human based probiotics to support the entire digestive tract with a single supplement. Each strain is released at the appropriate time and place in the digestive tract. Take just one tablet a day. More info on the Shopping Cart>>

D. Cancordistat - This is a homeopathic remedy specific for removing candida from the body. Homeopathics are taken as drops under the tongue. Make sure nothing goes in the mouth 20 minutes before or after taking homeopathics. To Purchase>>

E. Natural liquid Zeolite - another option to remove pesticides, herbicides, plastics, heavy metals and other pathogens taken if from air, water, food and substances we use. More info >>

No one product removes all the candida overgrowth. Approaching the cleansing from numerous products together which boosts the immune system and eating a high quality diet will speed up the process. Which means change to more raw foods, organic spirulina and less animal products, even alkaline water.

F. Iaso Tea - This proprietary blend of tea is excellent for colon cleansing, removing parasites from the intestines, lungs and blood which has a positive impact on the reduction of candida and overall detoxification. MORE INFO>>

G. Himalayan Crystal Salt - is the most energetic salt we can find. This is not the same as table salt, which is dead. Excellent for providing the body with 84 essential minerals and replaces your common table salt. We often put a few salt crystals straight on our tongue anytime during the day. Along with the Red Desert^® Clay, these two items can quickly remineralize a mineral deficient body. Do not cook with this salt - but do put it on your food after it is prepared. Heat destroys the minerals. Where to Purchase Himalayan Crystal Salt>>

You can also purchase celtic salt at the health food store, which contains 72 essential minerals.

NOTE ~ Refined salt (the white stuff) is pure sodium chloride; chemically cleaned and "enriched" by additives. This is the reason we are told not to eat it. The result of consuming common table salt is the formation of overly acidic edema, or excess fluid in the body tissue, which also contributes to cellulite.

H. LIPAZYME - Digestive enzymes are very important, since by the time you are 30 years old you have used up the enzymes you were born with. Lipazyme specifically helps to break down the protein, carbohydrates and fats so you can properly digest the foods you are eating and to reduce gas and bloating; 1 to 2 capsules at mealtime. Contains 90 capsules per bottle. To Purchase>>

Become diligent in your regime. (Food Ideas Down Below.) As you are doing the things that are important to cleaing up your inner body i.e. detoxification and changing what you having been eating to foods that nourish and support healthy cells, remind yourself frequently throughout the day that you are doing a great job and you feel good. I felt like I was lying to myself at first, yet the more I thought these positive words, the truer they became and my consciousness changed.

It took me years to figure this part out. After my body was in great condition, I was still not happy, until I was able to shift my thoughts consistently into a more positive place. You will find yourself attracting what you think about and it will change the way you feel, and make your journey a lot easier.

Even though I felt sorry for myself and some days I fell off the wagon, I started again the next day. It took time for me to change my victim story - and give up the self pity - but I kept on as best I could, rested and eventually created a new story of vibrant health.

No one can do this for you. No one bought my groceries and supplements or prepared my juices, but me. I walked through the fear as if it was a thin veil, every day over and over again.

Chronic candida infections and systemic candida usually take a minimum of 4 diligent months to turn around, and in a few more months it can be a memory. Consistency over time with products and diet will have the greatest effect. As the candida is eliminated, you will also have removed many other toxins and the organs in the rest of the body begin to function as nature intended.

My Regime ~ In the beginning I did not know exactly where to start, yet I had a sense that if it was packaged, processed, microwaved or sugary, it probably wasn't in my highest and greatest good to eat. I knew I could not just start eating salads and take a vitamin supplement and expect great results. I had not been healthy for many, many years, and it was going to take a little focus and lifestyle changes to bring my body back into balance.

I did not read a lot of books, however I did take many ideas from Dr. Gabriel Cousens book "Consious Eating." I listened to my intuition and knew that if what I ate was far removed from nature, it probably was NOT the best thing to eat. What I did most days included ~

Juicing twice a day for a long time - no fruit - because fruit contains sugar - but I juiced lots of raw vegetables. Juicing will help flush the body of toxins, and the juice contains a lot of minerals and vitamins which will nourish the cells and alkalinize the body. How and what to juice can be found here: Juicing.

I do not have a "perfect diet" for you. Personally I have never enjoyed preparing food... so I eat very simply and boring.

If you like recipes, purchase books put out by Raw Foodists who love to prepare food and make food look pretty. You don't have to become a raw foodist. However, if you want to feel vibrantly Alive, you'll want to eat foods that are vibrant and Alive.

Besides the juicing -

** I daily ate large bowls of raw organic vegetables (whatever was in season) and added avocado and olive oil.

** Raw organic nuts and seeds i.e. almonds, sunflower and pumpkin are excellent choices along with walnuts. They contain good oils as well. Keep the nuts regrigerated. Cashews are not so easy on the body, so do not eat too many of these.

** Celery with organic almond butter and always Himalayan Crystal Salt sprinkled on top, is a favorite for me.

You can also use Celtic Salt, which has 72 essential trace minerals.

** Lentils and beans with an onion and a few raw vegetables in the pot. (yes I cooked a little)

Protein- For the most part, I have replaced animal products with protein from Nutrex Spirulina and organic Hemp protein powder 2x a day. The Nutrex spirulina is 60% protein, and the hemp powder is 40% protein. Both Nutrex and Earthrise are good brands. Spirulina also naturally contains chlorophyll, caretenoids, beta carotene and amino acids. Animal foods are very acidic and only contain between 15% and 17% protein. The goal is to alkalinize the body with green foods.

The Nutrex spirulina and Hemp Powder are contained in my energizing morning protein drink, which you can read about here. Protein Energizing Drink>>

There is much controversy about eggs, however I eat them occasionally usually hard boiled (organic).

My Veggie Wrap

After a while of being sooo good, I created this as a treat, which i eat more frequently now.

One Ezekial sprouted grain tortilla
Organic humus
Avocado
Raw organic vegetables: i.e. collard greens; dandelion greens, kale, zucchini, cabbage, broccoli (choose whatever is in season) that looks alive and vibrant, as if it was just picked.

You can alternate spouted seeds, beans, and another option is a curry lentil pate from the health food store (or something similar) - a couple of added tablespoons is delicious.

I spread a little humus on the tortilla, then I mash up 1/2 an avocado and spread this on the tortilla. I sprinkle on a little Himalayan Crystal Salt>> (or you can use Celtic salt), pile on the raw vegetables and roll it up like a rug.

Tired and Fatigued? (Obviously check with your doctor first to rule out something serious.) For those who are tired and fatigued, consider adding Maca Powder daily. We put this in our protein drink every day. If you have been on a daily caffeine, soda or sugar regime, OR used steroids, the adrenals need support. Maca doesn't taste great, but it is excellent adrenal support and makes a difference. I also add in 1 scoop of GlycoBalance - glyconutrients to strengthen the immune system. Protein Drink Info>>

Sugar -- Sugar is the #1 food for candida, as it feeds the yeast and cancer loves sugar, encouraging its growth. This includes: white sugar, brown sugar, honey, maple syrup, corn syrup, maple sugar, molasses, date sugar, turbinado, raw sugar, demerrara, amisake, rice syrup, sorghum. Hidden Sugars: sucrose, fructose, maltose, lactose, glycogen, glucose, mannitol, sorbitol, galactose, monosaccharides, polysaccharides.

Fruit -- Including frozen, canned, and dried fruit. Canned and frozen juices are not only sugary, they usually contain mold, because the fruit is very ripe at the time they are packaged.

Baker’s yeast, Brewer’s yeast, Engevita, Torula, and any other nutritional yeast. Baked goods raised with yeast such as breads, rolls, crackers, bagels, pastries, and muffins are best to be eliminated.

Vinegar -- Vinegar is made with a yeast culture. White vinegar, red wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, balsamic vinegar, mayonnaise, commercial salad dressing, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, steak sauce, BBQ sauce, shrimp sauce, soy sauce, mustard, pickles, pickled vegetables, green olives, relishes, horseradish, mincemeat, chili sauce etc.

All Mushrooms -- Mushrooms are fungi.

Peanuts - Nearly all peanuts are contaminated with mold, which grows on the peanuts because once peanuts are picked, they are stored in hot, hot weather. This includes Peanut Butter even if it is organic and Pistachios.

Coffee, Black Tea, Cider, Root beer, Beer, Wine and Alohol this includes decaffeinated coffee and black tea.

All cheeses, butter and dairy, processed and pickled foods

** Raw garlic – the juice from the garlic is a natural anti-fungal - do not cook the garlic - we add a clove to our juicing drinks - you will not smell like garlic if you put the clove in the juicer.

** Oregano Oil
** Grapefruit Seed Extract

**Hemp seeds/powder - 30 to 40% protein and contain wonderful fatty acids for the body - These can be found at the health food store and put in protein shakes/drinks. Hemp protein contains all 21 amino acids.

** Vitalzym - very effective to cleanse the blood of debris, fibrin tissue unclump platalets, and open up the tinies capillaries. This significantly improves the circulation. Vitamins, minerals, stem cells and nourishment can more easily get into all the tissues. This is like roto rooter for the circulatory system.

** Alkalinize your body pH - Yeast infections (candida infections) cannot survive in an alkaline, oxygenated environment. So eating more alkaline foods and drinking alkaline water is super helpful.

** Exercise - Jumping on a rebounder trampouline or riding a bike for 5 minutes will bring in oxygen. See if you can get up to 30 minutes a day. Oxygen and alkalinity destroys candida.

Most everything spoken about in this article will be alkalinizing to your body.

** Chlorella, wheatgrass, barley greens and other organic Alkaline green drinks, are good choices. More info pH Balance>>

** Acid / Alkaline - The list can be helpful in choosing foods that are alkaline and those that are acidic.. (acid-alkaline food list...)

** WATER - We always drink alkaline water.

There are two ways to alkalinize your water. Purchase distilled water and add pH booster/with ionic minerals. This product will boost your water pH up to 9.5 - which is 500 times greater than 7.0 - and is available on our shopping cart under
OR
consider an ION MICRO WATER SYSTEM.

If you have read this far, you have a great deal of information to turn your candida infection around.

Here is a link to our shopping cart if you choose to purchase products.

Look under Candida Products and Acid-Alkaline - pH Balance for the products mentioned in this article.

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Many doctors will tell you to change your diet, which is very helpful – yet they do not usually have any solutions to eliminate the candida infection in the body. But you can do some of the above steps and become free of yeast infections. I did it and so can you.

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Maryanne and Team
Tucson AZ

I-AM Perfectly Healthy is not intended to substitute for medical advice or treatment. It is recommended that you consult your holistic physician, MD, ND…or a holistic veterinarian for your pets. The information and products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease or medical problems. This information is provided for education purposes only - and for the sharing of life experience.

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