Why balancing blood sugar is key to beating yeast overgrowth When we think about candida, we often focus on the gut — antifungals, probiotics, and low-sugar diets. But a lesser-discussed player in this picture is your pancreas, and it may hold the missing link in your healing journey. 🩺 The Role of the Pancreas Your […]
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So you’ve just completed an elimination, anti-candida, gut reset, or detox protocol — and you’re probably asking: “Now what?” The truth is, the post-protocol phase is just as important as the healing work you’ve done. This is where your lifestyle and mindset gently take the reins — not rigid food rules. Let’s talk about how
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How to Enjoy It Without Burning Out Your Adrenals Let’s talk about coffee.Loved by many, needed by most — and often the last thing people want to give up during a detox, candida protocol, or autoimmune healing plan. We get it. The ritual. The comfort. The energy.But when it becomes your daily survival tool instead of an occasional enhancement,
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“I Don’t Eat Bread… Just Sourdough”: Why Even the ‘better’ Bread Can Still Work Against Your Gut In the world of functional medicine, we’ve noticed a trend: more and more patients are telling us,“I don’t eat bread — just sourdough. It’s fermented, so it’s healthy, right?” We get it. Sourdough has become the darling of
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If your chocolate cravings feel possessed the week before your period — or you find yourself reaching for every carb in sight — you’re not alone. And if you’re working on healing Candida or gut imbalances, this can feel like a major setback. But here’s the thing: these cravings aren’t just a lack of willpower. They’re deeply
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Candida is a type of yeast (a fungus) that naturally lives in your body — especially in the gut, mouth, skin, and vaginal tract. In a balanced state, it plays a role in digestion and immune function. But when it overgrows, it can lead to candida overgrowth or candidiasis, which can cause symptoms like: We’ll
When it comes to candida and leaky gut, it’s often difficult to determine which came first—they frequently exist together in a self-perpetuating cycle. What is Candida? Candida, a yeast that naturally resides in the gut, can become problematic when it overgrows, often due to factors like poor diet, antibiotic use, or stress. This overgrowth can
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Candida overgrowth, a common fungal infection caused by the yeast Candida albicans, can lead to a variety of uncomfortable symptoms such as digestive issues, fatigue, brain fog, low libido, skin problems and more. While there are many treatments available, one natural remedy that has gained attention for its potential effectiveness is coconut oil. This blog
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Candidiasis is commonly known as a yeast infection. Overgrowth of candida can cause this condition. While candida is usually harmless in small amounts, factors like diet affect candidiasis and fluctuate the condition. Understanding how diet affects candidiasis can help you manage these infections effectively. The Impact of Diet Diet plays a significant role in either promoting or
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