Yeast Free Diet - Anti-candida Diet

Yeast are present in everyone, with the most common one being Candida albicans. Incontraceptive or anti-ulcer drug use; a highly refined carbohydrate diet; or general susceptibility).

The symptoms caused by such an overgrowth are numerous, and aside from Gastro-intestinal effects such as thrush, bloating, flatulence, cramping and altered bowl function), the yeast can also have wide-ranging effects on the reproductive, urinary, endocrine, nervous and immune systems.

Yeast and fungi are used in many food preparation processes, and can be introduced to foods inadvertently. Following a yeast-free eating plan means avoid all sources of yeasts, along with staring internal yeasts of sugars and simple carbohydrates.

Foods to enjoy freely

The assumption here is that, where possible, the produce will be fresh and whole foods. If packaged and/or processed, always check the label.

Meat products

Fish, seafood, poultry, red meat, pork, eggs-fish and not processed

Beans and legumes

Adzuki, barlotti, cannelloni, chickpea, haricot, kidney, navy, soy, lentils, lima, green beans, peas, split peas etc.

Condiments

Nut butters (except peanut and pistachio), tahini, fresh spices and herbs

Convenience

Most processed products from the supermarket freezer will contain some form of yeast, e.g. breadcrumb-coated fish/chicken, pies etc. Frozen vegetables are fine.

Breads

Yeast free breads, corn, rice, rye, spelt sour dough

Nuts and seeds

Flax, sesame, poppy, pepitas, almonds, brazils, cashews, chestnuts, macadamias, hazelnuts etc. (fresh)

Snacks

Fresh fruit (skinned) and vegetables, rice and corn cakes and crackers, popcorn, nuts, seeds, egg

Fruits and vegetables

Artichoke, beetroot, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrots, corn, eggplant, kumera, leeks, lettuce, potatoes, pumpkin, sea vegetables, sprouts, squash, zucchini, avocados, apricots, apples, bananas, cherries, kiwi fruit, lemons, mandarins, oranges, peaches, pears, plums, tomatoes etc - all fresh and skinned. TRY TO IKEEP FRUIT INTAKE LOW (1-2 PER DAY) DUE TO HIGH SUGAR CONTENT.

Cereals and grains

Amaranth, buckwheat, corn, millet, rice, rye, polenta, quinoa, sago, spelt, tapioca, wheat

Baking products

Arrowroot, wheat flours, corn, soy, lentil, rice, potato, rice bran, carob, baking soda, lecithin

Pasta Noodles

All pasta yeast free pasta's e.g. buckwheat, corn, rice, rye, wheat

Oils

Extra virgin olive, sesame, safflower, macadamia, walnut, flaxseed, canola - cold pressed preferable

Food to avoid and substitutes