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For many women looking for a permanent end to their burning, itching, and swelling, the answer begins with understanding their yeast infection causes. A yeast known as Candid is the cause of these infections. When your body's immune system is compromised, a Candida infection is often the end result. But what causes your immune system to be thrown out of whack? Well, there are certain environmental factors that cannot be controlled. But then are other factors that can be controlled, such as the foods we eat and the medicines we put into our bodies. If certain diet changes can be implemented, many times a Candida infection can be prevented from beginning in the first place. Yeast Infection Causes Carbohydrates Simple carbohydrates and refined sugars found in processed foods and drinks are two of the biggest causes. Sodas, ice creams, and candies are the usual suspects. But natural sugars found in honey are contributing factors as well. Complex carbohydrates like rice, bread, and cereal also allow the Candida yeast to colonize and multiply within your body. Mucus Mucus is a much less discussed cause, but no less important. Certain foods cause allergies. And these allergies can cause an increased production of mucus in the body. One such food is milk. If this allergy is allowed to go untreated, digestive problems can develop which create an ideal environment for a yeast infection to develop. To reduce these risks, a safer dairy alternative is products made of soy. Yeast Foods It stands to reason that foods made of yeast can be common yeast infection causes. Baker's yeast found in bread and brewers yeast found in beer should be avoided. Mold Foods Mushrooms, dried fruits, and cheeses are mold products that should be avoided when treating a current infection or preventing future ones. pH Balance A body that does not have the right pH balance is just setting the stage for a yeast infection. 7.35 - 7.45 is the ideal range for a body's pH balance. To prevent this, eating alkaline foods such as fish, lemon, and grains will keep your body at a healthy pH balance. So, many of the yeast infection causes are within our capacity to control. Once you learn how to make certain diet and lifestyle changes, curing yeast infections for good becomes a snap.
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