I'm sure you've heard of it but do you know what it really is and how it can affect your health?
Candida is becoming a major disease and an underlying factor in many other diseases. Candida yeast is a type of fungus, that is not beneficial to your body. It exists everywhere and we come in contact with it throughout our day in what we touch, eat and breath. It is not a problem unless you experience an over-growth, then it interferes with the balance of the body. This over-growth then leads to all kinds of health concerns. Many think that this only affects women but not true. Men, women and children are affected alike. As many as 90% suffer from this flora in-balance. This imbalance can be seen in tons of common health issues like: allergies, asthma, bloating, coughs, cramps, chronic fatigue syndrome, depression, trouble concentrating, diarrhea, constipation, acne, hives, poor memory, sinus issues, poor sleeping patterns, puffiness, sore throat and weight-gain. This list is just a small percentage of how we are affected by Candida. Most Candida issues can be remedied in about 2 months, unless there is another underlying issue. If you suspect that you have a Candida issue do your research or hire someone to help you change your diet and lifestyle. One of the biggest issues is the consumption of sugar and processed white flour products. This type of diet feeds the Candida which makes the whole situation worse. Candida yeast will actually send off chemicals that will create cravings for the sweet sugary foods that it needs to thrive. A Candida reducing diet will include eliminating sugar and processed foods, reducing the consumption of raw fruit and consuming probiotics, beneficial herbs and fiber. So take back your health and eliminate Candida in your digestive tract. Creating a healthy flora balance in your body is the key to good health. You Deserve to be Healthy!
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Anything that has to do with food, farming and good health. The book The Jungle Effect has been recommended to me over and over and finally I had the opportunity to read it. Wow! Seems that there are "cold spots" all over the world where certain diseases are virtually non-existent. The inhabitants from these areas only retain their disease-free status when they eat the indigenous food. If they move elsewhere and adopt a more modern diet the incidents of the disease rises to the level of modern times. The factor making the area disease-free is the food not genetics. Each disease has a different "cold spot". There is Okinawa, Japan for breast and prostate cancer. Cameroon, West Africa for bowel issues. Iceland for depression. Crete, Greece for heart disease. This is just to name a few! This book tells stories of patients that have come to see the author, who is an MD, either because they are showing signs of a certain disease or they wish to avoid the disease. With a lot of research and travel to these cold spots the author really delves into the native foods and dishes and finds the scientific reason for the health benefits. This book is fascinating and affirms that what you eat has a huge impact on disease. Check it out and get cooking. Pick the health concern that is most importnat to you and look at the cold spot and the foods eaten there. Gatta go chop some veggies! The Jungle Effect on Amazon! At least 20% of all Americans have IBS. It is the most common gastrointestinal complaint. 80% of sufferers are women and it usually makes it’s appearance in a person’s late teens to early 20’s. This issue accounts for 10% of all doctor’s visits and over 50% of all gastroenterologist referrals. What is even more shocking is the vast majority of sufferers never seek medical help; they just try to learn to live with it. Irritable bowel syndrome has gone by many names in the past: spastic colon, spastic bowel, colitis and functional bowel disease. While IBS does not change the structure of the bowel it can significantly effects the lifestyle of the suffer. For those with IBS the interaction between the brain and the gut is just not working properly. IBS sufferers have a colon that reacts to stimuli that never affect the normal person's colon. That unusual reaction is also much more severe. If you are suffering from this condition chances are you probably know where every bathroom is in all places that you frequent. Many people create their schedules around their bathroom needs. Some find that early morning appointments are just too risky and therefore schedule everything for later in the day. So what are the symptoms of IBS? *Abdominal pain and spasms *Bloating and gas * Diarrhea alternating with constipation is most common but many have just one or the other. * Stool is too hard or too soft. * Going the bathroom more than three times a day or less than three times a week. *Symptoms increase after eating, at times of stress and during menstruation. * Mucus in your stool. *Symptoms are greatly relieved after going to the bathroom. *If you are bleeding, have a fever or are anemic these are not symptoms of IBS. There is not a single cause of IBS, each person is different and has a different combination of factors. Here are a few of the factors that can get the IBS ball rolling: *25% of IBS cases are infection related. The bowel gets inflamed and then gets into the pattern of being over sensitive. * Food sensitivities and intolerances are issues in 2/3 of all IBS sufferers. IBS is more common in for those from family with allergies and sensitivities. The most common offending foods are wheat, corn, dairy, coffee, citrus and chocolate. * Stress * Hormonal imbalances, many women have flare-ups during menstruation. * Environmental sensitivities *Flora imbalances due to Candida and the taking of antibiotics. * Mind-body interaction You are more likely to have IBS if you have issues with anxiety or depression. The key to taking control of your condition is to narrow down what factors are affecting you. You are the only one that can manage and remedy your IBS. You will have to make some changes in your life and probably some of those will be major but a life without IBS is worth it. In our next two issues we will discuss the steps that you can take to re-gain control of your life. Coming up in February I will be offering an IBS teleseries workshop. Look for more info next issue! and always remember.... You Deserve to be Healthy! |
AuthorI am a digestive health coach. I help my clients have more energy and a eliminate digestive problems by eating food they love! Archives
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