CANDIDA and SIFO (Small Intestine Fungal Overgrowth): Fungal/ Yeast Overgrowth in the Microbiome

Candida is a yeast/ fungus that can overgrow in the gut microbiome, causing GI and other systemic symptoms. Learn what causes yeast/ fungus to overgrow in the gut microbiome, from broad-spectrum antibiotics to the Standard American Diet. Small Intestine Fungal Overgrowth (SIFO) is the “fungal“ version of Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO). It is a root cause of IBS, bloating, food intolerances, heartburn, and many other common GI symptoms. Many patients have both SIFO and SIBO. Learn how yeast/ fungal infections present in various parts of the body from toenail fungus to dandruff. Learn from an interesting case example of a young woman suffering from GI symptoms (chronic abdominal pain and bloating). The root cause of her IBS was Candida overgrowth in her microbiome and SIFO! Learn why her diet was fueling the fungal overgrowth and the clues we could see on her skin. See how her health transformed after addressing the fungal overgrowth through diet and key supplements. This video covers how to treat Candida and SIFO using diet, natural herbal anti-fungal agents, probiotics and more. Learn about the power of S. boulardii (good probiotic yeast) to “Fright Yeast with Yeast“ Learn about the protective benefits of digestive enzymes and stomach acid. 00:00 Introduction 01:11 Bacteria vs. Yeast 02:30 Systemic Symptoms of Candida 03:08 Antibiotics 04:34 Craving Sugar? 05:36 SIFO 07:04 Case Example 07:41 Clues to Fungal Overgrowth 08:45 Diagnosing SIFO 10:05 SIFO and Candida Treatment 12:10 Herbal Protocol 15:53 Die-Off Symptoms 16:36 Key Points Hope you enjoy it and please share with your friends and family. Rajsree Nambudripad, MD is a board-certified internist, and founder of OC Integrative Medicine in Fullerton. 🧡 Shop for Supplements by Dr. Rajsree for Candida and SIFO: ⭐Learn more about her practice here: 💙 Facebook: 💚 Instagram: 💌 Sign up for Dr. Rajsree’s weekly newsletter: 📦Dr Rajsree’s Amazon Favorites: This information, including but not limited to, text, graphics, images and other material contained on this video and website are for informational and educational purposes only. No material in this video is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, treatment, or medical supplement approved by the Food and Drug Administration. The information provided should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, and those seeking personal medical advice should consult with a licensed physician. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have seen in this video. No physician-patient relationship is created by this video or the information provided. Furthermore, neither Rajsree Nambudripad, MD or any contributor to this video, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.