There are several different probiotics, but not all of them are ideal for Candida. What is Candida, and what is necessary to cure it? Not all probiotics are created equal, to find the best requires work.

1. By Probiotics Expert: Dr. Raga

2.  Candida is a group of yeasts which
are found naturally in the digestive
tract and are normally harmless to
the human body as long as they
are within normal quantities.
However, there are some species
of Candida , such as Candida
Albicans, which can be the culprit
of digestive problems.
 The overgrowth of Candida
(caused by C. Albicans), is an
infection that can lead to vaginal
or oral thrush, GI tract
imbalance, and multiple systemic
conditions.

3.  When the balance between the good and bad bacteria
in the digestive tract becomes impaired, this may give
C.albicans the opportunity to overpopulate the
intestines.This condition results from many factors
such as poor diet, oral contraceptives, antibiotic
treatment, and stress.
 As the C.albicans invade the intestines, digestive
problems arise.These are flatulence/bloating,
constipation/diarrhea, and impaired nutrient/mineral
absorption.
 Aside from the digestive problems, the C.albicans
triggers the increase of pH.This now makes a more
suitable environment for their growth and
multiplication.

4.  When the overgrowth of C.albicans in
the digestive tract remains
untreated, it may penetrate the blood
vessels in the intestines. As a
result, they will have the ability to
spread throughout the system
because of the circulating blood.
 This Candida spread at the system
leads to the occurrence of oral/vaginal
thrush, skin problems, and weakened
immune system. In more severe
cases, this may cause invasion of the
deeper body tissues.This will give rise
to brain fog, mental
confusion, muscle pain, fatigue, and
sinus congestion.

5.  Probiotics are needed to restore the
balance of the digestive tract by
providing beneficial bacteria to fight off
the bad ones. Aside from attacking and
killing bacteria, probiotics also target
harmful fungi and yeasts.
 Restoration of the probiotics within the
intestines promotes an acidic
environment which makes it
unfavorable to the harmful
bacteria, yeasts, and fungi.
 With probiotics, there is better digestion
and absorption of
vitamins, minerals, proteins, and fats in
the body.

6.  Determining what’s the best probiotic for
candida varies from person to person.This
depends on factors such as strain of
candida, degree of overgrowth, integrity of the
digestive system, and the recovery phase.
 The dosage for the best probiotics should be
appropriate for the age of the person who will
take it. For children, the dosage should be lower
than the adults. Also, there may be strains of
bacteria which may harmful to children. For this
reason, a doctor must be consulted first.

7.  The best probiotic for candida should be heat
stable.This is to ensure that the live
microorganisms inside are still live. Also, it
should be fine with or without refrigeration.
 Probiotics should have varying strains and
plenty of microorganisms. Do not believe that
just because a probiotic has 50 or 200 billion
microorganisms that it is better, because they
have to survive the stomach acids, as well as
heat. Some probiotics will survive better, and the
capsules need to be coated to survive the
stomach.

8.  Actually, the best probiotic for candida
should at least have B. Subtilis, L.
Helveticus, S. Boularadii, lactobacillus
acidophillus, and prebiotics which serve as
the food for the probiotics until they reach
the intestines.
 Another essential quality is that it should
have broader range of bacteria.This is
important to increase the strength of the
probiotics that will fight off the pathogens
inside the body.

9.  L. Rhamnosus
 L. Plantarum
 L. Lactis
 B. Bifidum
 Acidophilus DDS-1

10.  Probacto is the best probiotic that I have ever
run into. They use multiple strains and they
are spore forming so they can last while not
refrigerated. They do not use cheap
bacteria, but expensive ones such as B.
Subtilis.
 Probacto also contains prebiotics to help
stimulate the growth of beneficial bacteria in
your gut.
 Probacto contains digestive enzymes to assist
in your digestion.
 Probacto is enteric coated and made to be
slow release so it will release in your gut
gradually.

11.  Candida infections are still a major problem in
the affected populations worldwide.With the
advancement of the medical field, it has brought
out the discoveries for medications and
supplements which can speed up the treatment
duration and symptom management. As the
probiotics industry keeps going with its
research, more and more effective probiotic
products become available to the public.This is
very beneficial in improving their quality of life
and prevention of further complications.