Hi - Sorry it took so long to answer. We decided to answer part of your post on our web, as diet is an issue that comes up often. Please see the link below for some info related to diet that I think is relevant to your situation. I think there is a lot you can do to feel better!

Concerning parasite cleansing, It's my understanding that Hulda Clark believes that candida won't go completely until parasites are knocked out.

Concerning liver cleanses, they can make a remarkable difference. You may wish to read about them on this site. Do a search on liver cleanse. However, there is some risk involved, and I believe that each person should consider carefully and choose for themselves. Look at all the posts on curezone - good and bad. I've done 4 so far, as I really had all the symptoms of liver congestion. It's been really helful to me. It may help with overcoming yeast problems.

I think the most destructive thing is the binging. We discuss in the article with the link below how I've been able to avoid Sugar binges. Some may feel differently, but it has worked well for me.

Blessings!

Angie

http://www.successfulhealing.com/eating-for-health.htm

Hi,

I just thought I would offer my 'two cents' : ))

Your mentioned the following symptoms: very dry skin, hormone instability, low blood Sugar episodes, cold hands and feet, poor circulation

I had all of these. The dry skin requires plenty of essential fatty acids, which does include fish oil and flax seed. Perhaps you need much more than the quantity that you are currently ingesting. I use a thick homemade mayonnaise that has much oil in it. It tastes delicious. By the way I actually started having patches of brown dried skin prior to increasing my EFAs. Scary!

The low blood Sugar episodes and cold hands and feet were reduced dramatically with continued cleaning and diet. My 'better' circulation, I attribute to exercise and increased use of cayenne pepper everyday. It is also good for reducing the amount of mucous build-up. Shelley refers to the use of spicy foods as pugnent (sp?) therapy!

Regarding your diet, I know it can be difficult. It is important to know what causes a yeast reaction in YOUR body. I would suggest stopping some of the foods you have in your diet for 2-3 weeks and then slowing introduce them backe. See if you have a reaction. Your diet is not bad, though it could use a few adjustments :)) There are cereals and pasta that you can buy that are rice based. In the early stages of my diet I made the mistake of eating organic yoghurt from grocery stores. They are high in Sugar and lactose...not good. You can buy Kefir grains online very cheaply. Kefir is an excellent probiotic used to keep the bad yeasties in check. If you or anyone wants the site, just ask. I am having some grains delivered shortly. I am very excited! The rye bread probably has gluten in it -- I don't know. Try the buckwheat pancake recipe (it's on the forum or I can post it again - just ask). I let the pancakes get cold and slice them. It makes a wonderful bread substitute.

Now for the biggie...sugar...try xylitol. It has many benifits. It actually 'helps' prevent the growth of yeasties somewhat. I am not sure how it all works. It helps the enamel on your teeth! Anyway I used to mix the xylitol with some lemon juice (heat it somewhat or not) and drip it on my pancakes! Very delicious! It is so sweet that I haven't used it in a while. After you are on the candida diet for a while the sugar cravings are drastically reduced and many have said that sugar actually becomes a 'turn off'.

I have to mention that parasite cleanses and Liver Cleanses are necessary. Many people have candida for various reasons. It is best to eliminate or ensure it is not parasites. Liver Cleanses are , I believe, an absolute must. Candida, when it dies off and when it lives, produce many, many toxins. The liver must deal with it. If the liver gets the much-needed help it deserves, then it will help your body filter the toxins. The yeasties feed off the toxins (regardless of where the toxins emanate from). If the liver is doing a good job cleaning, you will have less toxins for the yeast to feed on!! By the way, this is the reason caffeine is not good -- the liver has to work extra hard to detox the caffeine!!

Hair thinning. I thought I was going to have to get a wig, I lost sooooo much. I have made so many changes including the increase of EFAs my hair loss was reduced. I still have some hair loss. Someone suggested that dandruff was yeast. They mentioned that putting apple cider vinegar in a spray bottle. Spray it onto the head and leave for 20 minutes. It helps to kill the dandruff/yeast on your scalp. I have not tried it. I read an old post that suggested silca. If I think of other supplements that will help I'll let you know.

Many of it can be individual and perhaps others have different opinions...If there are any Qs...just ask...

Take Care,
Alex