Candida are fungi that we often call “yeast”. This is because they exists in the yeast state during a part of their life cycle. We all have candida as they are a part of our healthy microbiome. When the microbiome is balanced, candida live in the small intestines. They act as a blood barrier protector and they consume the food that we do not digest properly. When there is an abundance of undigested food in the small intestines, it becomes an extra source of food. This will cause an overgrowth of candida, which is unhealthy. This may present in the form of yeast infections, SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth), and even uncontrolled foot fungus and jock itch.
There are many things that contribute to candida overgrowth such as the use of antibiotics, antacids, steroids, hormone replacement therapy, contraceptive pills, alcohol consumption, excessive consumption of sweets and processed foods, mercury in dental fillings, smoking, tap water consumption, chronic stress, and lack of sleep. There are two things that you may not know about that contribute to candida overgrowth.
It may seem simple enough when you eat a meal, that you enjoy a glass of water or beverage of choice while you eat. You may chew your food a little less than you should. Little do you know that these simple acts may be the cause of candida overgrowth in your body that can lead to a plethora of various symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, gastrointestinal upset, sinus issues, fits of rage, rashes and other skin issues, inflammation, depression, headaches, as well as many other issues.
When you consume more than four ounces of any beverage while eating, your stomach acids become placated more and some of your food will pass undigested into your small intestines where the good candida live. It will sit there and ferment causing gas and bloating and also will allow the good candida to thrive and populate more aggressively. When you do not properly chew your food, again some of your food will pass into your small intestines undigested. The candida will then have an abundance of food with which they can thrive more vigorously.
It is important to keep candida overgrowth from happening, so make sure you chew your food fully before swallowing, and also keep the beverage consumption to four ounces or less during your mealtime. Also make sure to go back over the list of items mentioned above that contribute to candida overgrowth.
If you are experiencing candida overgrowth there are some things you will want to consider changing in your life for at least one month.
30 DAY CANDIDA PROTOCOL
Change your diet and eat foods that are healthful and not processed.
Focus on low glycemic index foods like broccoli, cabbage, celery, and dark leafy greens.
Add good fats to your diet such as coconut oil, avocado, and healthy nuts.
Add raw garlic to your diet.
Remove all sugar consumption for one month. This includes fruit.
Limit dairy to 10% or less of your total intake.
Chew your food fully, especially animal protein.
Use an HCL supplement 5-10 minutes into a meal high in animal protein.
Many people do not realize the medications they are taking may interact with supplements. Here are some tips on how to avoid issues.
Do not take natural supplements at the same time as coffee or highly caffeinated drinks (green tea is safe). Doing so will block the absorption of some vitamins and minerals.
If you are on a blood thinner regimen from your doctor, please pay extra attention to which supplements you should avoid, as they will cause a doubling effect.
Do not take natural supplements at the same time as pharmaceuticals. Doing so may cause your liver to not process your medications properly, or it may double up the effect you are needing, which could cause dizziness or fainting. Give a two to four hour buffer between consuming caffeine and/or pharmaceuticals and any natural supplements. EXAMPLE: If you are supposed to take your medications in the morning, shift all natural supplement use to lunchtime. If you are supposed to take your medications at night before bed, shift all natural supplement use to dinnertime.
How do you determine if your meds are depleting certain vitamins and minerals? How do you know if they are interacting or counteracting any supplements you are taking or vice versa? Here are some steps to take to make sure!
STEP 1: First look up the name of the drug and what it is used for.
STEP 2: Next look the drug name up on https://mytavin.com/ to see what it depletes.
STEP 3: Next do an online search using the name of the drug along with the words “side effects”.
STEP 4: Next do an online search using the name of the drug along with the words “what to avoid”.
STEP 5: Next do an online search using the name of the drug along with the words “supplements to avoid”.
STEP 6: Go to your doctor and show them your findings. Determine what medications need to be changed or timed differently. Determine which foods you need to avoid and when to take your supplements (4 hours away from medications is best).
Based on continued use over the past year of several companies, here is the updated list of clean makeup. withSimplicity is the overall winner with no complaints at all and is most like Savvy. I did, however switch to liquid during this testing and found that the wS liquid foundation is far superior to the Savvy one, so for this I would actually say wS is BETTER than Savvy.
Toups got a 1/2 point deduction because they do have good customer service, but they are often out of stock of the colors I needed making it impossible for me to even use their makeup. I cannot recommend a company that is always having stocking issues. I know this is normal for all companies but every time I needed something from Toups it was OOS.
Root, while excellent, got a one point deduction simply because after using it for some time, it really is not like Savvy at all. Their powder foundation takes some getting used to as it goes on really thick. Far thicker than my liking and I really could not get it figured out. All their other products are great and super fun to try. Excellent price point too.
Juice Beauty is a go to when you need to pop into a store to get makeup. They sell this at ULTA (not sure about Sephora) and some department stores. It is literally the ONLY fully clean makeup line that you can buy in a national beauty store.
1,4 Dioxane – a byproduct from manufacturing (usually in trace amounts and never intentionally added).
2-Butoxyethanol – used to dissolve dyes and may cause red blood cell damage.
2-Methoxyethanol (Methyl Cellosolve) – used in enamels like nail polish as a solvent.
Amodimethicone (Silicone – Plastic)
Aluminum Chlorohydrate – can cause burning or itchy sensation and respiratory issues if inhaled.
Artificial Dyes – appears as Red, Blue, or Yellow with a number or the word Lake, produced from aluminum or coal tar or petroleum.
Artificial Fragrances – from petroleum/petrochemicals (endocrine disruptors).
Avobenzone – a chemical sunscreen that turns toxic when exposed to pool water (chlorine) and may cause allergic reactions and is harmful to aquatic life.
Benzalkonium Chloride – found in some mascaras as a preservative that causes allergens, and severe skin, eye, and respiratory issues.
Benzophenone – sunscreen that is a carcinogen and endocrine disruptor.
Bismuth Oxychloride – found in powder foundations to give a silky feel but it may cause allergic reactions and itchiness.
Bisphenol A (BPA) – often found in lipsticks, face, and eye makeup and is a form of plastic from petroleum/petrochemicals (endocrine disruptors).
Butoxyethanol (2-Butoxyethanol) – used to dissolve dyes and may cause red blood cell damage.
Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA) – synthetic used as a preservative in lipstick and moisturizer that can cause cancer and allergic reactions.
Butylated Hydroxytoluene (BHT) – Toluene-based used as a preservative that can cause cancer and allergic reactions.
Butylparaben – a paraben used as a preservative that is a major endocrine disruptor.
Butylphenyl Methylpropional – fragrance from petroleum/petrochemicals (endocrine disruptors).
Caprylyl Glycol – often synthetic from petrochemicals, contact company to find out if it is from vegetables.
Carbon Black – a potential carcinogen found in eyeliners and mascaras.
Chemical Sunscreens/Chemical UV Blocks -may cause allergic reactions and is harmful to aquatic life.
Coal Tar – used to make synthetic dye and may cause cancer.
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) – a Phthalate that may cause cancer or birth defects and is found in eyelash glue.
Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP) – found in nail polishes, it is an endocrine distruptor that causes infertility and reproductive issues.
Dichloroethane – found in concealers and lipsticks that may cause cancer and is an endocrine disruptor.
Dimethicone (Silicone – Plastic) – for smooth look.
Dimethiconol (Silicone – Plastic) – for smooth look.
Dipropylene Glycol – causes issues with respiratory system if inhaled. It is often synthetic from petrochemicals, contact company to find out if it is from vegetables.
Dyes (Artificial) – appears on label as Red, Blue, or Yellow with a number or the word Lake, produced from aluminum or coal tar or petroleum.
Ethylenediaminetetraacetic (EDTA) – preservative, appearance enhancer, and keeps mineral from binding together – may cause skin issues.
Ethanolamines – cleansing and surficant to remove dirt and oil on skin. It may cause skin irritation or eye damage.
Formaldehyde – a preservative that causes skin irritation and allergic reactions such as rash with blisters.
Fragrance – from petrochemicals (endocrine disruptors).
Glycols – often synthetic from petrochemicals, contact company to find out if it is from vegetables.
Heavy Metals (lead, arsenic, mercury, aluminum, zinc, chromium and iron) – found in many lipsticks and face makeups and may cause cancer, birth defects, lung and kidney damage.
Hydroquinone – helps to even skin pigment and linked to cancer and reproductive toxicity.
Isobutylparaben – a paraben used as a preservative that is a major endocrine disruptor.
Isodecyl Neopentanoate – a synthetic emollient for a silky smooth finish
Lead – a heavy metal found in many lipsticks and face makeups and may cause cancer, birth defects, lung and kidney damage.
Mercury – a heavy metal found in many lipsticks and face makeups and may cause cancer, birth defects, lung and kidney damage.
Methylchloroisothiazolinone (MIT) – a preservative that is synthetic and an endocrine disruptor and dermal irritant.
Methylisothiazolinone (CMIT) – a preservative that is synthetic and an endocrine disruptor and dermal irritant.
Methylparaben – a paraben used as a preservative that is a major endocrine disruptor.
Mineral Oil – a synthetic oil derived from petrolatum (petroleum jelly).
Monoethanolamine (MEA) – an ethanolamine – cleansing and surficant to remove dirt and oil on skin. It may cause skin irritation or eye damage.
Nanoparticles (nanotechnology or microtechnology) – makes makeup last a very long time and is in just about every type of personal care product on the market and may cause liver damage and weaken the immune system.
Nanoparticle or Microtechnology Titanium Dioxide – Note: non-nano is safe as it is used as a natural SPF or to make product opaque.
Nanoparticle or Microtechnology Zinc – Note: non-nano is safe as it is used as a natural SPF or to make product opaque.
Nitromusk – a synthetic fragrance from petrochemicals that causes endocrine disruption.
Octinoxate – a chemical sunscreen that is an endocrine disruptor that may cause reproductive toxicity and is harmful to aquatic life
Octyldodecyl Neopentanoate – a synthetic emollient for a silky smooth finish
Oxybenzone – a chemical sunscreen that may cause allergic reactions and is harmful to aquatic life
Parabens – used as a preservative that is a major endocrine disruptor.
Paraffin – a petroleum byproduct used most often in hot wax treatments. It clogs pores and is synthetic.
Parfum – from petrochemicals (endocrine disruptors)
Petrolatum (Petroleum Jelly) – used as a moisturizer and lubricant – may cause skin irritation, allergies, and is linked to cancer.
Petrochemicals (Plastics) – derived from petroleum and linked to many conditions and diseases. A synthetic that is an endocrine disruptor.
Perfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS or PFC) – synthetic plastics used to smooth the skin making it waterproof and long lasting
Perfume – from petrochemicals (endocrine disruptors)
Phenacetin – a synthetic fragrance compound linked to cancer.
Phenyl Trimethicone (Silicone – Plastic)
Phenoxyethanol – a glycol that acts as a preservative and fragrance (has a rose-like aroma)
Phthalates (DEP) – helps aromas linger and can be labeled as “fragrance” – an endocrine disruptor that may cause cancer or birth defects.
Polyacrylamide – a synthetic polymer (plastic) to bind ingredients an acts as a lubricant.
Polybutene – a synthetic polymer (plastic) for smoothing.
Polycyclic Musks – a synthetic musk fragrance derived from petroleum that is an endocrine disruptor.
Polysilicone-11 – a synthetic silicone (plastic) that helps form a film over your face.
Polyethylene Glycol (PEG Compounds) – synthetic polymer (plastic) derived from petrochemicals used as a softener and thickener.
Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS or PFC) – synthetic plastics used to smooth the skin making it waterproof and long lasting
Polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) – also known as dimethicone, is a synthetic polymer (plastic) silicone used as a smoothing agent.
Polymethylsiloxane (PMS) – a nanoparticle silica blend used to smooth skin.
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) (Teflon) – a synthetic polymer (plastic) known as Teflon, like in frying pans to make them non-stick.
Propanol – a synthetic pH adjuster
Propylene Carbonate (PC) – a propene glycol derivative use as a synthetic solvent.
Propylparaben – a paraben used as a preservative that is a major endocrine disruptor and causes allergies and reproductive issues.
Resorcinol – common in hair dye that may cause allergies and is an endocrine disruptor, particularly for the thyroid.
Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A) – should not be used on skin when in the sun. May cause skin tumors and lesions.
Silicones – plastics derived from petrochemicals.
Sulfates – chemical cleansing agents that foam up and may cause skin, eye, and lung irritation.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) – chemical cleansing agent that may cause skin, eye, and lung irritation.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) – chemical cleansing agent that may cause skin, eye, and lung irritation.
Synthetic Dye – appears as Red, Blue, or Yellow with a number or the word Lake, produced from aluminum or coal tar or petroleum.
Synthetic Fragrances – from petrochemicals (endocrine disruptors).
Synthetic Glycols – from petrochemicals (endocrine disruptors).
Talc – for opaque look – “cosmetic-grade” that is free of asbestos is still toxic and a carcinogen.
Teflon (PTFE) Perfluoralkyl / Polytetrafluoroethylene – a synthetic polymer (plastic) known as Teflon, like in frying pans to make them non-stick.
Toluene – used as a preservative that may cause cancer and allergic reactions.
Triethanolamine (TEA) – a surfacant and pH adjuster that may cause allergies or skin irritation. Often hidden and listed as “parfum”.
Triclosan – a preservative that may cause skin irritation and allergies.
Triclocarban – a preservative that may cause skin irritation and allergies.
