Olive oil has been used for centuries by ancient civilizations and even Hippocrates, the great Greek physician, extolled the benefits of olive oil for its therapeutic properties. Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) has been scientifically proven to prevent heart disease in numerous ways that include reducing levels of the bad LDL cholesterol, lowering total cholesterol, …

Processed foods are foods that have been modified from their natural state by chemical processes or the addition of artificial substances like preservatives, colorants, flavors and textures. Packaged teas, flour and other foods that are simply cleaned and graded are examples of primary processed foods. Tomato puree is an example of a secondary processed food. …

Chia seeds, whose botanical name is Salvia hispanica, are also known as Spanish sage. These seeds which are obtained from a flowering plant of the mint or Lamiaceae family, have been used since the time of the Aztecs as a medicinal food. Chia seeds reduce levels of the bad LDL cholesterol and boost those of …

Cayenne pepper is also known as chili pepper, red pepper or capsicum and its botanical name is Capsicum annuum. This spice has been used for thousands of years by ancient civilizations like the Chinese and Native Americans as a food and medicinal plant. Cayenne is used to treat hay fever, sore throats, heart disease, dry …

Arugula, chard, collards, dandelion, kale, lettuce, mustard greens, spinach, Swiss chard and watercress are some of the leafy greens that are associated with numerous health benefits like lowering blood pressure, preventing heart disease and keeping cancer at bay. The variety of health benefits of leafy greens on the Candida Diet make a solid case for …

Ginger is an absolutely amazing superfood and many benefits of ginger for use on the Candida Diet make it one of our favorite ways to combat Candida overgrowth. Ginger root is actually the underground stem of a plant whose botanical name is Zingiber officinale. It has been used for centuries as a spice and medicine …

Oregano Oregano, whose botanical name is Oreganum vulgare, is a Greek word which means “mountain of joy”. This healing herb has been used in the Mediterranean region for centuries as a natural antibiotic and even Hippocrates is said to have used it to treat abdominal pain. Oregano is a member of the mint family and …

Fish tacos can be a light and healthy way to add some variety and fun to your yeast free diet! Let’s face it – a restricted diet can start to feel boring fast, but having some unique recipes on hand can help keep the Candida Diet fresh and maintain a level of variety that will …

Most people already know that almonds are a healthy food but many don’t know the extent of the health benefits this superfood can provide. According to health experts, almonds can help reduce the risk of heart disease, lower bad cholesterol, help prevent diabetes and provide protection against cardiovascular disease!  Due to the many vitamins and …

Now is the perfect time of year for a delicious and healthy Minestrone soup. This is a recipe I haven’t even added to the cookbook yet so I would love your feedback! Minestrone Soup Ingredients –  3 tablespoons olive oil –  1 small minced white onion –  ½ cup chopped zucchini –  ½ cup Italian …