Question: I have used Canxida products since Apr.2019, it was God sent to me, after 50-odd years of candidiasis. But now my C.Albicans has adapted to Canxida Remove, to 9 tablets per day of that product. The Kolorex alone (10 mg per day) does not help me much, I got my skin burning-like, an awful diarea and more horrid symptoms. I am an older person. What can I do next? When my C. albicans is going to get rid of that adaptation?

When fighting a Candida overgrowth, one of the biggest problems that your immune system faces is biofilms. Biofilms can be tough to break down, even with recommended combination of probiotics and antifungals. This is especially true for longer-term cases of Candida. If you can’t break down that biofilm, fighting Candida becomes much more difficult. To confirm Candidiasis, sometimes it is important to perform a comprehensive stool test to understand which pathogen is causing symptoms, it could be just an overgrowth of candida or other bacteria included. Long-term Candidiasis can lead to resistance of certain antimicrobials which is why a good stool test can also reveal sensitivities to antifungal therapy. You could try introducing new antifungals that Candida is stilll suceptible to like uva ursi, olive leaf, wormwood and/or silver, use them for a short period of time and then go back to Remove. Working with a naturopath or functional medicine doctor is useful in these situations. Systemic enzymes are a tool that can help to break down those Candida biofilms more quickly. Serrapeptase and Nattokinase are two natural, systemic enzymes to fight biofilms and reduce inflammation. Chitosanase and Beta-glucanase are digestive enzymes with the ability to break down yeast cell walls and Candida biofilms. You can take some of those enzymes alone and also include CanXida Restore which includes systemic and digestive enzymes that have biofilm-busting capabilities. CanXida Restore also has 6 probitoics strains containing Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium which are essential to change the gut pH and compete with Candida so that it can no longer thrive. Additonally you can add gut immunity support with CanXida Rebuild formulated with gut barrier compounds to help boost immunity which includes glutamic acid, slippery elm, ginger root, bereberine, zinc and B vitamins.

Question: Wow do we treat A patch of dry flaky skin my lips used to be flaky also that is gone but for red right under my bottom lip?

Oral candidiasis, or oral thrush, occurs when an overgrowth of Candida develops in the mouth which can cause white patches, discoloration, redness/soreness, and dry and cracked skin in the mouth and lips. In addition to a low-sugar anti-inflammatory diet plan, you can make an antifungal mouthwash from essential oils that will both kill the Candida yeast and freshen your breath. A therapy known as oil pulling is also an effective way to eliminate yeast from your mouth and remove the toxic byproducts of Candida. Cutting out sugary foods can help to prevent Candida outbreaks, both in your mouth and elsewhere. Probiotics in CanXida Restore can help to rebalance the bacteria in your gut, and support your immune system in your mouth too. Digestive and systemic enzymes and antifungals like caprylic acid in Remove help get rid of biofilms that can also establish in the mouth creating more persistent candidiasis. Try adding 2-3 drops of peppermint or spearmint essential oil to water and use it as a mouthwash to kill the Candida in your mouth and freshen your breath. You can also use tea tree oil and neem oil. Swish the mixture in your mouth and always spit it out. Use them several times a day. Oil pulling is also another option for oral trush. Try using coconut oil or olive oil which are two oils with strong antifungal properties. Do it after brushing your teeth on an empty stomach for at least 5-10 minutes and never swallow it. If you have oral trush, most likely you have intestinal candidiasis as well. The most effective treatment includes a combination of low-sugar diet, probiotics, and antifungals. Make sure to stay hydrated and focus on hydrating fruits and vegetbles as part of your diet to support healthy skin and lips.

Question: I still have some questions about what are the appropriate sugars. If you look at a lot of our labels here in the US many say zero sugar but at the bottom it says added sugar/alcohol sugar or erythritol. Can you suggest what might be acceptable if any?

Artificial sweeteners are usually found in not so healthy food products. For example diet sodas contain a host of other chemicals and preservatives which are not good for the gut environment. There is also research suggesting artifical sweeteners can make sugar cravings worse and even spike blood sugar which is not good for Candida. Artifical sweetenrs have also been linekd to sloed metabolic rate, increased apetite and increased risk for metabolic syndrome. There are some healthier options for those still wanting something sweet. Try avoiding sugar alcohol and aspartame since these are known to disrupt the microbiome. Instead consider reaching for organic stevia or organic monk fruit extract. It is best to cut back on your use of all sweeteners. Long-term sugar can desensitize your taste buds to sweet flavors. Once you start to lose your sweet tooth, you will start to notice sweetness in more natural places. When we choose something artificial and not naturally found in nature it is generally is not a good option for the long term. You can start using some natural alternatives like Stevia and Monk fruit extract, but ideally you want to use them sparingly and in low quantities. Instead of choosing a chemical sweetener, you can start including more natural alternatives, for example sweetening oatmeal or baked products with applesauce or some banana. This will help to stabilize your blood sugar and possibly avoid gut imbalances like Candida overgrowth.

Disclaimer: It’s crucial to consult with your healthcare professional before making any changes to your health regimen or when experiencing symptoms.