Candida Week

Have you ever heard of Candida? Nope, it isn't a sweet treat...I thought the same thing the first time I heard the word. It's something MUCH more nasty.

And yes, it plaques a lot of Americans and you may be one of the lucky unfortunate ones. And I may be giving you ALL the info you've ever wanted to know about the subject throughout this week. And, you WILL want to know everything about the subject even if you think you don't. And just in case you're sure you're not interested, I'm throwing in this pic to entice you. I always love gross graphic pictures of real life events. However, your tongue doesn't have to look like this in order to have Candida.

The first step to finding out if you have this condition that causes weight gain and health problems is to take a lookity-look at your lifestyle, if you've ever ingested or experienced any of these substances...

Birth control, cortisone shots, antibiotics, chemo, sugar, high acid drinks such as soda, coffee, or energy drinks; stress, obesity, diabetes, cancer, suppressed immune system, mold/mildew in living environment, sexual contact with another who has Candida, high protein diet, high blood sugar, public showers, excessive cheese consumption (it is a mold), and adrenal fatigue.

So, Do I have this condition, you ask? Well, the second step is to ask yourself if you're experiencing any of these symptoms...

Dead give away....can't loose weight!!!!??? Thrush, rectal/anal/vaginal or chronic itching anywhere, yeast infections, IBS, diarrhea/constipation, gassy, bloating, allergies, GERD/heartburn, weight fluctuations, decreased libido/impotency, odd tastes (metal, salt), blurred vision, clumsiness, confusion/overwhelmed, depression, anxiety, poor memory, headaches, dry/scaly skin, acne, urgency/burning/frequency of urination, odor from urine or vaginal discharge, intolerance of chemicals/odors, joint pins/stiffness, muscle aches, nasal stuffiness, congestion, runny nose, frequent colds, coated tongue, fingernail/toenail fungus, sick all over, cravings for sugar.

Now that you have an Idea whether or not this may be an issue for you, we'll know for sure when I have you do a little home experiment. Stay tuned!

Remember, in order to lose weight and feel great, your body must be in a healthy state, so lets not procrastinate. ;)

Thank you to our guest writer, Aleena Hill who has helped me research Candida. Aleena is an Iridologist and a Master Herbalist and owner of Herbs for Health & Garden. If you have any questions for her, email me!