What dietary factors are important in chronic candidiasis?
A number of dietary factors have been suggested to promote the overgrowth of candida. The most important of these factors are high intakes of sugar, milk and other dairy products, foods with a high content of yeast or mold (e.g., alcoholic beverages, cheeses, dried fruits, and peanuts), and food allergies. I strongly recommend using the RevitalX intestinal rejuvenation program (see Food Allergies). RevitalX from Natural Factors is a powdered drink mix that provides targeted nutritional support for the intestinal tract. The development of the product was spearheaded by Michael Lyon, MD. RevitalX is specifically designed to soothe the stomach, intestines and colon, and help to heal a “leaky gut.” The low allergy potential formula is designed specifically for people with food allergies, but is suitable for everyone. It provides balanced levels of vitamins and minerals, phytochemicals, and probiotics to support the body, while healing the gastrointestinal track. The RevitalXT formula base