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Candida Albicans is one of the many yeast’s present in the large bowel, vaginal tract, mouth and throat and under normal conditions in a health individual is compatible with good health. However, when this yeast overgrows the immune system becomes stressed and the result is an increase in ‘unfriendly’ bacteria, parasites, food intolerances and infections. When this occurs the normal lining of the intestinal tract can become damaged leading to food intolerance.
Yeast is usually kept under control by good bacteria, the immune system and intestinal PH. However, under certain circumstances an overgrowth can occur and become problematic causing symptoms everywhere in the body.
There are many symptoms associated with a Candida overgrowth some of which are listed below:
| Symptom |
Candida Antibody Profile |
| Fatigue |
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| Foggy head, lack of concentration and poor memory |
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| Mood swings, depression and anxiety |
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| Bloating, diarrhoea, constipation, excess wind and indigestion |
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| Fungal infections |
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| Muscle and join aches and pains |
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| Recurrent thrush, vaginitis and increased vaginal secretions |
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| Bad breath, coated tongue, ulcers and sores in the mouth |
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| Cravings for sweet and yeast foods, including bread and alcohol |
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| Decreased libido |
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| Bladder and kidney infections |
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| Menstrual problems |
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| Dry itchy skin |
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| Chronic sinus problems |
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| Sensitivity to perfumes, chemical, fumes and other odours |
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| Food sensitivities |
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| Acne |
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| Frequent colds and infections |
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| Chilliness/cold hands and feet |
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If any of the following make up part of your medical or case history then the Candida Antibody Profile should be considered
| Steroid use including asthma and eczema medication |
| Antibiotic use |
| Contraceptives pill and HRT use |
| High sugar diet |
| High alcohol diet |
| High stress levels |
| Immune deficiency |
| Consumption of hormones from contaminated non organic food and water |
| Diabetes |
| Anti-inflammatory use |
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