subject: What Are The Symptoms Of Systemic Candida Overgrowth? [print this page] Candida is a yeast like micro-organism that lives inside most human beings. The population of Candida cells is usually kept to an acceptably low level by our body's immune system and friendly bacteria. However, the Candida population can sometimes spiral out of control and cause problems in our bodies. Let's take a look at some of the common symptoms of Candida overgrowth:
Do you suffer from frequent yeast infections? Most women do get a yeast infection at some point in their lives, but many women also suffer from yeast infections on a regular basis. This is a usual tell tale sign of Candida overgrowth.
Do you have problems with your energy levels? Do you lack the get up and go that you used to have years ago? Do you rarely wake up feeling refreshed and ready to start the new day? Do you feel weak and exhausted all too often? Lethargy and low energy levels are often a by product of Candida.
Do you suffer with allergies? These can range from food allergies and sensitivities to problems with particular chemicals or maybe dust, mold and dander. Perhaps you have a rash or are irritated by itchy skin? Maybe you a plagued with sinus trouble that gives you grief on a regular basis?
Do you feel that you are more anxious and on edge than others? Or perhaps more than you used to be in the past? Are you hyper-sensitive to loud noises and strange smells?
Are you craving foods that are high in sugar? Cakes, chocolate and candy are food for the yeast and they process ravenously it as their population grows.
How is your digestive health? Are your bowels sluggish? Do you experience bloating and gas? What about abdominal cramps and Irritable Bowel Syndrome? Systemic Candida infections wreak havoc on our digestive systems. The overgrowing yeast cells can perforate our digestive membranes and cause partially digested food to enter our bodies. This, in turn, then causes some of the allergic reactions and inflammations as histamine is released.
Any of these symptoms may be caused by something other than a Candida overgrowth, but if you suffer from a number of these symptoms then it could well be that this is the route of your problems. Don't panic as Candida is a relatively straightforward problem to rectify. If you are prepared to make some small changes to your diet and lifestyle as well as start taking some dietary supplements for a while, then you can rid yourself of the Candida yeast and be free from all these symptoms in no time at all.
