What stimulates overgrowth of Candida?
Several external factors can stimulate Candida overgrowth. Antibiotics are well-known triggers. Stress, illness and certain medications, such as cortisone and painkillers, depress our immune system and creates a good environment for Candida overgrowth. Finally birth control pills, hormonal changes (during pregnancy), as well as diets high in simple sugars and yeast are causes of Candida overgrowth.
