What is Candida – No, not Canada…Candida. Candida is fungus that forms yeast. A small amount of it is located in your mouth and intestines. Everyone has it, as its main job is to help fight digestion and nutrient absorption.
However, overproduction of candida is not good as it can cause a lot of problems such as leaky gut.
Ways to get candida –
too much sugar or carbs
alcohol
fermented foods
stress
too many antibiotics
Symptoms –
nails/skin infections – think athletes foot or toenail fungus
chronic fatigue or fibromyalgia
bloating, constipation or diarrhea
thyroiditis, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, MS, scleroderma
ADD, ADHD, brain fog
ECZEMA, psoriasis, hives, rashes
Mood swings, depression, anxiety or irritability
allergies
strong sugar cravings
yeast infections
To find out if you have candida – get a blood test, stool test, or urine test.
Source – http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-8376/10-signs-you-have-candida-overgrowth-what-to-do-about-it.html
Heal Your Gut!!!