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Posted by jwick25 (Member # 15190) on :

Hello,

I recently treated a candida overgrowth and believe that I might have a bit of the issue remaining since ending treatment.

I've been sticking to a candida-legal diet (almost 100%) and have noticed a little weight loss.

At this point, I don't want to lose any more weight and am trying to figure out how to adjust my diet so that I am not feeding any remaining yeast....and still maintaining my weight.

I've searched these boards and found a few things, but I'm lightheaded today....and it was easier to post a new topic. [Smile]

I get nervous with weight loss because I don't want to worry that it could be something else causing it. However, based on my symptoms, I really do think this is candida related.

Would eating buckwheat soba noodles with garlic be a good option? What foods can I eat to achieve both goals?

Thanks so much!

Posted by Marnie (Member # 773) on :

Pump in the probiotics!!! Take a good one like Essential Formulas which also contains nutrients to feed the "good guys". Loading doses...5 per day 1/2 hour before a meal with a glass of water until the package is gone.

They help control the yeast-good guy *balance*.

Yeast are supposed to be in the bowel where they do serve a function.

IN THAT LOCATION ONLY.

Yeast more controlled now (they will be the last to leave the bowel after - for example - salmonella/food poisoning...my son...stool tested...no beneficial bacteria left, only a few E. coli and yeast)and abx. for lyme likely did in a number of the "good guys".

A bowel without "good guys" to absorb and make nutrients = severe weight loss, severe depression, feel nauseated, pass undigested food.

I've seen it...personally.

Probiotics...lots. Vary them (at lower doses)for awhile.

ALWAYS take probiotics when on abx.

Posted by jwick25 (Member # 15190) on :

Hi Marnie,

Thanks for the tips! I am not currently on any antibiotics (or antifungals) and do take a probiotic twice daily.

I take Ortho Biotic (hope it's a decent one!).

I'm also curious to know if there are certain foods that I could be eating that won't feed the yeast....but will help to maintain my weight.

Thank you!

Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :

Info on candida....

http://www.maryvancenc.com/2013/11/candida/

Posted by jwick25 (Member # 15190) on :

Thanks, Lymetoo!

I seriously hate this candida issue. I just want to feel relatively good again

Posted by Marnie (Member # 773) on :

Consider too VCO capsules. Watch the dosage...too much at one time = "herx" response = may need Benadryl to counter.

Google: candida virgin coconut oil.

Vary the different probiotic formulas (they vary a lot).

Posted by jwick25 (Member # 15190) on :

Thanks, Marnie! I actually have cold pressed coconut oil in the house....just had no idea it could be helpful here.

[Smile]

Posted by Lymetoo (Member # 743) on :

More info on candida and Lyme...

http://bodyecology.com/articles/lyme-disease-can-probiotic-bacteria-help#.U6oKJrGgkbZ

Posted by jwick25 (Member # 15190) on :

Thanks, Lymetoo. I've heard of the Body Ecology diet, but never looked into it.

I just hope that I can find a healthy balance that eliminates yeast, restores my gut....and allows me to maintain a healthy weight.

I hate the thought of getting too thin. It reminds of me of when I had Lyme at my worst. Too thin, shaky, weak, faint, the works.....ugh. Still makes me shiver.

I'm at a normal weight now, so any more weight loss is not desired at all.