subject: Learn About The Hidden Causes Of Candida Albicans [print this page] There are many causes of Candida that most people are not aware of. Many of us understand how our immune system can be affected by hormones, antibiotics and illnesses that allow the Candida yeast to flourish.
But, do you know that there everyday toxins that you expose yourself to that could be causing your Candida infection.
These hidden causes of Candida albicans make it very difficult to combat at source.
Im sure many have heard of the Candida Diet, even if they have not tried it.
Why does diet play an important role in curing Candida?
1. Mycotoxins
Mycotoxins are molds that occur naturally in foods such as peanuts, corn, bread and grain based products. People who are sensitive to these molds have problems because their immune system can be weakened. A suppressed immune system is an open invitation to Candida.
2.Chemical Artificial Ingredients
Our modern day diet is filled with artificial ingredients due to the high amount of processed, refined and junk food we eat. Artificial colours, preservatives, sweeteners, the list is endless. Some people may have developed sensitivity to these potentially toxic chemicals, again paving the way for Candida to take hold.
Candida Diets tend to be a very strict restriction diet and many will find it difficult to adhere to. A good start is to start to remove highly processed and junk foods from your everyday diet. Take things slowly and aim for a healthier eating regime using fresh foods.
Diet is not the only hidden factor that can cause Candida.
3.Chlorine
This is a chemical that is added to tap water to prevent and kill off any bacteria. Unfortunately it also kills off any beneficial bacteria and we are subjecting ourselves to this chemical everyday, from bathing, showering, drinking and swimming pools.
When our beneficial bacteria die off it allows Candida and other harmful pathogens to multiply unchecked.
4.Mercury
This toxic metal has been indicated as contributing to many major illnesses such as cancer, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, heart disease, kidney failure, autism and Candida. Symptoms of mercury poisoning can range from memory loss, skin rashes, mood swings, mental disturbances, muscle atrophy, insomnia and more.
Mercury is an ingredient in dental amalgam use for fillings, so if you have fillings it is definitely worth checking to see if you have high mercury levels in your body and having fillings removed and replaced with a less harmful amalgam.
Candida is a systematic disease that can affect every part of the body with such a wide range of symptoms that it is often overlooked as a cause of illness past the usual yeast infection outbreaks.
