The candida fungus is found on the skin, in the digestive and genital tract, in the mouth and throat. We live with it all our lives and can never completely get rid of it. Due to a drop in the immune system, use of antibiotics, or improper nutrition that causes the body to become acidic, candida can overgrow, resulting in what is called an infection.

Candida thrives most in warm and moist areas (mouth, intestines). It is a very resilient fungus, and if you manage to curb an outbreak once, it mostly tends to reoccur several times after.

Fortunately, there are simple ways you can control candida outbreaks. Although these methods won't rid you of the nuisance entirely (you will need to change your entire diet), they will help prevent the bacteria from flaring up again.

Candida does not like probiotic yogurts, sour milk, whey, various kinds of seeds, cold-pressed oils (especially olive oil!), turmeric, baking soda, and gluten-free grains. Avoid leavened foods, bread, anything made from white flour, coffee, dried fruits, cheeses, various sauces (mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise), milk, meat products, and especially sugar. Sugar is one of the biggest acidifiers known!

1. Sage Tea

Sage contains components that are very effective in destroying candida. Drink it before every meal, and it is especially effective to rinse and gargle with it. It won't help to heal candida in the intestines if the source of infection is in the oral cavity.

2. Ivy Tea

Ivy leaves have antibacterial properties and even a minimal amount can greatly reduce the spread of candida. Since ivy is also good for other things and especially relieves symptoms of chronic conditions, we recommend drinking it even if you feel you do not have any issues.

3. Nettle Tea

Nettle tea maintains copper levels in the body, is a strong diuretic and body cleanser. It also helps with acidity, making nettle tea a great enemy of candida. Unfortunately, we can only keep candida in check; we cannot completely cure it with nettle tea alone.

4. Chicory Tea

When the water boils, add a few spoonfuls of chicory and let it boil for another 10 to 15 minutes. Drink slowly and in sips. Chicory, after all, does not contain caffeine (which causes acidity in the body), is an excellent probiotic, and is rich in vitamins A and K. In addition, it purifies the blood, helps with digestion, and regulates blood sugar ...

5. Herbal Mixture

If you mix the above teas into one, you get a highly effective remedy to fight this annoying fungus. It's good if you add walnut leaves and a bit of wormwood to the tea made from sage, ivy, nettle, and chicory. Prepare the tea as usual, but cover the pot at the end and let it stand for at least an hour.

Drink the teas unsweetened and take several small sips throughout the day.