Meat and the Candida Diet
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The Candida Diet is the cornerstone of treatment for a condition known as candidiasis. Candidiasis is a condition in which Candida albicans (Candida), a type of yeast in the body becomes opportunistic and releases toxins throughout the body. The release of these toxins causes a wide array of seemingly unrelated symptoms.
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The Candida Diet is the cornerstone of treatment for a condition known as candidiasis. Candidiasis is a condition in which Candida albicans (Candida), a type of yeast in the body becomes opportunistic and releases toxins throughout the body. The release of these toxins causes a wide array of seemingly unrelated symptoms. Candida is an innate part of the microflora of our intestinal symptoms and is typically a benign microorganism. Candida usually works in conjunction with friendly bacteria in the intestinal system to remove toxins and wastes from the body. However, various external factors such as the overuse of antibiotics, birth control, diets high in processed foods/sugar, a weakened immune system and stress all contribute to candidiasis. These external factors actually cause an imbalance in the intestinal system. The Candida Diet seeks to cut off the food supply to the candida and restore balance to the intestinal system. Candida feeds on sugar, quick acting carbohydrates and a variety of other foods and ingredients which are prohibited on the candida diet.
Fortunately, meat is allowed on the candida diet and can be used to create such a wide variety of delicious meals. Although the only type of meat I used to cook was beef, following the candida diet has inspired me to explore other types of meat. Buffalo, goat, kidney, lamb, liver, rabbit, venison and veal are the newest meats that I have experimented with in my candida diet friendly kitchen. To my delight I have discovered that many of these meats are packed with nutrients comparable to that of fish. Fish is widely praised for its high level of Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids, meaning the body needs them to maintain health. Some studies have shown that these essential fatty acids can reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, high cholesterol and cancer. Although these fatty acids are essential to the body's well being the body does not produce them and therefore we must get these fatty acids from the food that we consume. It is undeniable that fish is an excellent source of these essential fatty acids but growing concerns over the mercury levels in the different varieties of fish have many of us consuming it with extreme caution. Numerous published reports have advised the public to limit their weekly intake of fish to one or two servings due to the risk of mercury contamination.
Believe it or not there are many meats that contain comparable levels of these essential fatty acids without the risk of mercury contamination. This is what makes meat a great option on the candida diet. The last thing that those trying to rid themselves of candidiasis should do is add more toxins to a body already overburdened with them. Adding different varieties of meat will help you to get your essential fatty acids without inadvertently contributing to your candida problem through mercury exposure. Choosing organic grass fed meats will help ensure that you are getting the best quality meat that is most beneficial to your health.
For more information on the Candida Diet visit Yeast Free Living.
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