Candida: An Unknown Cause for Many Diseases

Candida is an unknown cause for many Chronic Diseases. It is a yeast existing on our skin, digestive system and vagina of female. Healthy flora of our intestine keep the growth of this yeast under control. But frequent use of  disrupt the balance of bacteria in your gut. This imbalances give Candida a chance to grow rapidly. The candida usually lives on the mucosal surfaces of the body such as vaginal and digestive tract. 

Candida overgrowth can lead to some serious health issues in long term. The candida when grown in intestine blocks the nutrient absorption from the food and affects digestive process negatively.

This overgrowth of Candida then overpower the good bacteria. This condition is known as Candida overgrowth or Candidiasis.

Candida Overgrowth has association with following chronic health conditions [Study]

• Vaginitis
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Migraines
• Weight gain
• Joint pains
• Depression/anxiety/poor memory or concentration
• Fibromyalgia
• Autoimmune Disorders
• Leaky Gut Syndrome
• Mood Disorders
• Thyroid Imbalances

Hence Candida is known as unknown cause for many chronic diseases in general practice. People usually treat these syndromes or disease symptomatically without knowing that it can be due to Candida overgrowth. The most common symptom of candida is drowsiness through out the day and craving for foods containing sugar, yeast and starches. These foods acts as a food for candida for its growth. 

If you are suffering from any of above symptoms, it is very likely to have Candida overgrowth. It is more prevalent in women than men.