Candida Albicans is a form of yeast commonly found in the human body
in the mouth and gastointestinal tract. Most people experience no ill effects
from the presence of the yeast as it actually plays a vital role
in the system by keeping harmful bacteria in check within the system.
While the Candida Albicans yeast plays a vital role in the balance of the human
system so also does the good bacteria like Acidophilus, Lactobacillus and Bifidus
which helps hold the yeast in balance and prevents yeast overgrowth. Yeast
overgrowth can occur when the opportunistic Candida Albicans is allowed to grow
unchecked and can cause symptoms ranging from headaches, fatigue, and joint aches to
gastrointestinal problems and even depression in some reports.
Common reason for Candida Albicans to grow unchecked are damage to the body's good bacteria
which can occur from the use of birth control pills, antibiotics, chemotherapy,
or even a diet high is processed and refined foods. These all have an effect on
the good bacteria in the system effectively killing off the beneficial bacteria
and allowing the Candida Albicans yeast to grow unchecked. Severe cases of yeast overgrowth
are known as Candidiasis or Candida Infection and can be deadly for immuno-compromised individuals.
A Candida Diet or yeast free diet along with probiotic supplements to replace the
beneficial bacteria has been known to reduce or eliminate suymptoms of yeast overgrowth from
Candida Albicans. Visit the yeast free foods page for more specific information on the approved
yeast diet guidelines.
For additional information on Candida Albicans and Candidiasis visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Candidiasis.
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