Candida Treatment: Probiotics, Die-Off Symptoms and Diet

Candida overgrowth can affect the esophagus and other systems. Treating fungus with Betaine HCL and probiotics is common, but patients should prepare for die-off symptoms during the clearing process.

What Are the Die-Off Symptoms of Candida?

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Dr. Shavon Jackson-Michel, ND

Candidiasis, or the infection caused by Candida albicans yeast, can be treated using anti-fungal drugs or herbs with anti-fungal properties. These treatments are toxic to the Candida fungus. The death of multiple Candida yeasts releases proteins and endotoxins into the lymphatic stream of the host.

Dr. Shavon Jackson-Michel is an expert in the field of health and wellness and has been writing for LIVESTRONG.COM since 2009. She is a university-level professor and a licensed naturopathic physician providing individualized consultations on natural and holistic approaches to chronic disease at her Bloomfield, NJ office. Dr. Jackson-Michel is a doctoral graduate of the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine.