How do I know if I have Candida gut?

symptoms of candida overgrowth in the gut include: Stomach pain. Diarrhea. Constipation. Bloating.

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Candida overgrowth is diagnosed by a doctor who examines the affected area in the context of your symptoms and medical history. Samples of skin, nail, discharge or a swap of the mouth may be taken and examined under a microscope. These samples, along with blood samples from the infected area, can also be tested to see whether Candida grows when these are placed in a fungal culture (6). Candida overgrowth in the oesophagus is usually diagnosed using a camera which goes down the throat. Sometimes a sample of tissue (biopsy) is taken during this procedure so it can be tested for the presence of Candida (5). ‘Candida hypersensitivity’ or ‘yeast hypersensitivity’ is not a diagnosis which is backed by science. Remember that it is normal to find Candida in our body, and this only causes a problem if it leads to a Candida overgrowth or infection.

management options:

Antifungal medication is usually used to treat Candida overgrowth. For more information on antifungal medication, check out this post from NHS Choices. Colonic irrigation is sometimes promoted as a management option for Candida overgrowth, but this is not backed by evidence and is potentially harmful. See here for more information about this procedure. There are claims that ‘the Candida diet’ can be used in the management of this condition. This is a low sugar diet which: excludes gluten and alcohol, limits dairy, encourages fermented foods and probiotics. However, there is no good evidence to suggest that this diet works. For example, although certain types of sugar promote the growth of Candida in a petri dish and may increase its ability to stick to surfaces, this research can’t be directly applied to the human gut at present (7). Similarly, there is a higher risk of Candida overgrowth in those with coeliac disease (related to changes in the immune system), but there is no evidence that gluten increases the risk of Candida overgrowth in those who don’t have coeliac disease (8). There is also no evidence that a yeast-free diet is helpful in the management of Candidiasis. In fact, following a restrictive diet like ‘the Candida diet’ can be counterproductive, as this can be bad for the immune system and overall health. A more helpful approach is to focus on a balanced Mediterranean-style diet which includes a variety of plants, plenty of fibre and healthy fats – alongside medical treatment for the Candida overgrowth. Probiotics may have a role in the management of Candida overgrowth, by restoring a healthier balance of microflora, but there currently isn’t much evidence to support this (9 – 10). Read more on probiotics here.

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