Stuff Your Doctor Should Know 019 -Candida, friend or foe.
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Jan 25, 2016 Dive into the intriguing world of candida, a fungus that can be both a friend and foe in our bodies. Discover its role in immune function and the common myths around candida diets. Learn how dental health ties into candida management and the importance of gut health. Explore the historical significance of fermented foods and their benefits. Understand the impact of modern agriculture on our health, particularly how it relates to candida overgrowth. Plus, get tips on reviving gut health with traditional practices and probiotics!
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Candida's True Nature
- Candida is native to our bodies and acts as a protector against pathogens and rogue bacteria.
- It becomes a problem due to modern diets, environmental toxins, and other factors that cause it to overgrow.
Multiple Candida Triggers
- Kitty describes a scenario with multiple candida triggers: heavy metal toxicity, high copper from birth control, high mercury from sushi, Lyme disease, and a poor diet.
- Candida overgrowth attempts to sequester these issues, but its waste product, alcohol, causes further problems.
Address the Root Causes
- Address the root causes of candida overgrowth instead of just killing it off.
- Consider factors like birth control pills, gut health, and infections.
