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Gluten is
a protein found in wheat, rye, oats and barley. Some
people are sensitive to gluten which damages the lining
of the small intestines. The damage to the small
intestines causes food to decay due to malabsorption.
This promotes the growth of Candida. Many medical
professional believe that the underlying pathology of
Candidiasis is actually gluten-induced intestinal
damage. Conversely, the cell walls of Candida contain
the same protein sequence as wheat gluten and may
trigger or stimulate celiac disease.
While corn
does not contain gluten, it is believed to contain a
mycotoxin which is inherent to its growth. Hence corn is
likely to exacerbate the symptoms of Candida. But most
medical practitioners allow corn in Candida, albeit in
small amounts, as it is free of gluten.
Tortillas
for Candida diet may be
made with a mixture of corn flour, oat flour, and flax
seeds, salt to taste, and a stick of butter. Tortillas
generally provide a good base for wrapped foods like
vegetables and meat and a good alternative to bread.
Vegetable that may be used in tortillas include spinach,
avocadoes, peppers, onions, black olives and tomatoes.
Chicken, turkey, eggs, salmon would be good choices for
meat. They can be spiced up with dressings made of olive
oil and flax seed oil or cranberry dressing. Spices like
pepper and pesto or pizza spices may be added. It is
advisable to use sea salt. Walnuts and almonds can be
added for crunch. Whole milk plain yoghurt, preferably
probiotic, is an excellent idea. Cheeses though are best
avoided.
There are
sprouted grain tortillas also available in the health
stores. They are made of sprouted live grains, contain
absolutely no flour and are yeast and sweetener free.
The average 6- to 7- inch corn tortillas contain a gram
each of protein and fat, 12 grams of carbohydrates, and
provide 60 calories.
Treatment
of Candida varies widely from one individual to the
next. What works for one person may worsen symptoms in
the other. Hence there is a lot of debate about whether
corn may or may not be allowed on Candida diet. Try
eating a little and see if your body can tolerate
it.
Most holistic therapy practitioners will tell you that Candida is a very tenacious organism and diet and patience are the greatest weapons against it. Small lifestyle changes, use of proper supplements, emotional support, exercises will go a long way in curing this disease.