Candida Diet Snacks

Candida diet snacks are handy to have in the fridge when a person is following a candida diet.

Candida refers to a genus of yeasts that usually is harmless to humans when they are found in small numbers within the digestive tract. The growth of candida is controlled by good bacteria that can be found in the intestines, pH levels and the immune system. When candida growth becomes uncontrollable and increased in the digestive tract, toxins are created that can be absorbed throughout the bloodstream. This causes problems with our immune systems, hormonal balance and can affect every biological system. A common candida infection is a vaginal yeast infection.

There are many things that can cause a candida yeast infection, including the use of antibiotics, oral contraceptives, steroid medications, as well as sugar consumption. The yeast is allowed to grow because these drugs destroy the good bacteria. People with candida often react to foods, chemicals, as well as other things that they come in contact with in their environment. Diabetes, a weak immune system, as well as impaired liver function can encourage candida yeast overgrowth. Some of the symptoms of candida can be found below:

Candida Symptoms

Tiredness

Poor Memory

Feeling Drained

Numbness

Stomach Pain

Muscle Aching or Weakness

Constipation

Bloating

Gas

Anxiety Attacks or Crying

Cold Hands or Feet

Irritability or Shaking When Hungry

Diet to Control Candida

When a person must follow a diet to control candida, they will have to watch certain foods that they normally eat. They should eliminate refined and simple sugars. Avoiding white, brown, raw sugar, as well as honey and molasses, is a must. Dieters should avoid milk, alcohol, fruit, dried fruit and mushrooms. They should not eat food that contains yeast or mold, such as breads, muffins, cakes, cheese, melons or peanuts. They should increase the amount of fiber that they consume, which can be achieved by adding a tablespoon of soluble fiber to a glass of water for a couple times per day.

Candida Diet Snacks

If you are looking for snacks that are allowed when following a candida diet, you will find that there are not that many choices to choose from. Below are some suggestions for when you are in the mood for a snack:

Beef Snacks

Chicken Snacks

Eggs

Yoghurt

Vegetables

Nuts

Seeds

Garlic Products

Coconut

Almond or Cashew Butter Spreads

Tahini

Humus

Sardines

Sunflower, Pumpkin or Sesame Seeds

Air Popcorn

If you are looking for a recipe that you can create that can be used for a healthy snack that is allowed while on the candida diet, try this recipe for Sesame Roasted Vegetables.

Sesame Roasted Vegetables

Ingredients

1 med. zucchini, sliced

2-3 med. potatoes, sliced or diced

1 lb fresh green beans

1 med. onion, sliced or diced

3-4 carrots, sliced

2 tb minced garlic

2-4 tb sesame oil

Italian dressing

Pepper

Salt

Directions

1) In a large bowl, put all of your vegetables, onion, garlic, salt and pepper.

2) Add the sesame oil and enough Italian Dressing to coat the vegetables well.

3) Let the vegetables marinate for 15-30 minutes.

4) Place the vegetable and marinade into a large baking dish in a 350 degree oven.

5) Roast until the vegetables are cooked through and are soft.