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Why yeast free diet?

A yeast free diet is an eating pattern followed by those who are or become yeast intolerant due to an overabundance of Candida albicans in the body. A diet restricting yeast is intended to inhibit the overgrowth of Candida within the body. Although, Candida albicans is normal, sometimes Candida overgrowth over runs other beneficial bacteria, causing symptoms like abdominal pain and bloating, thrush, vaginitis and even more serious systemic ailments.

To follow a yeast free diet means eliminating foods that are high in yeast like breads, rolls, cookies, pastries, pretzels and other kinds of bready foods. You should also avoid vinegar which has an elevated content of yeast. There are also many foods that contain vinegar, such as, sauces, msyo, salad garnishes, mustard and all types of pickled vegetables, fish and meats, they all should be avoided.

Avoid fermented foods and beverages including sauerkraut or cider, wine, beer and spirits. Also stay away from moldy foods like cheese, dried, smoked or pickled meats, cured bacon, and mushrooms. While most nuts are good, avoid peanuts and pistachios. Other kinds of moldy foods include soy sauce, malt, pre-packaged herbs and teas plus, canned tomatoes. Fresh tomatoes are okay.

Although a person who has become yeast intolerant typically craves sugary foods, most should be avoided in a yeast free diet. Processed sugar including; granulated, confectioners, and brown sugars well as chocolate, honey and maple syrup. Say no to soft drinks and drink mixes. High fructose corn syrup should be avoided as well as fruits that are high in sugar like grapes, raisins, dates, prunes and figs and some citrus.

How long to follow yeast free diet? Following the diet strictly for at least three to six weeks will enable a huge die-off of yeast within the system. The diet flushes out toxins from your system and provides much greater short-term and long-term energy reserves. Your system will recalibrate and you will be feeeling much happier with a more healthy feeling.

Unfortunately, within the first few weeks the body will be dumping yeast toxins into the intestinal and vaginal tracts, which can cause flu-like fatigue, weakness and irritability. You will see your system adjust very quickly. In order to maintain good health over time and prevent reoccurring yeast infections in the body, you should continue to avoid yeast, sugar and dairy products for the entire length of the diet.

Depending on how serious your infection, typically after six weeks you can gradually add small amounts of the restricted foods back into your diet. Add one new food at a time. Monitor your body closely at this time to test if a particular food causes problems for your system and you should continue to avoid it. Most times the body will balance itself.

Papa Van