Because the cell wall of Candida albicans is made most of various types of
fiber, cellulase and hemicellulase enzymes "digest" it, or break
it down. As this occurs, the yeast dies, with no die off reaction.
For over five years, Candex has provided the most potent blend of plant based,
fiber digesting enzymes available anywhere, and helped countless people live
richer, fuller lives. Because of its success, imitations have begun to appear,
most of which combine cellulase with mega-doses of protease (protein digesting)
enzymes. Because protein digesting enzymes digest whatever proteins they encounter,
they destroy the healthy bacteria (acidophilus, bifidus, etc.) that help to
keep Candida under control, Since people who suffer with Candida already have
low levels of healthy bacteria, this is clearly inappropriate.
If Candida is a problem for you or your loved ones, make sure you insist on
the original. In only weeks — and possibly even sooner — it will
make a difference that you will find hard to believe.
A Natural Solution to Yeast Management
For years, natural health practioners have used antifungal herbs to help manage
the overgrowth of Candida albicans. Now there’s a better way — with
the enzymes in Candex.
Candex: Enzymes to Digest Overgrown Yeast — With
No Healing Crisis!
What Is Candida?
Candida albicans is a single celled yeast that is impossible to keep out of
the body. Normally, it does no harm, because it is kept in check by beneficial
bacteria (probiotics) like acidophilus. These bacteria, however, can be destroyed
by birth control pills, anti-biotics, steroids, coritsone drugs, chlorinated
water, poor diet and extreme stress. When this occurs, Candida can grow out
of control.
Candida causes problems by releasing extremely acidic toxins into the bloodstream.
These toxins trigger many discomforts, including localized (primarily vaginal)
itching, depression, irritability, dizziness, unclear thinking, difficulty
focusing, extreme fatigue, loss of memory, gas, bloating, diarrhea, constipation,
extreme weight gain or loss, etc. More than 100 million Americans are thought
to suffer from Candida overgrowth.
How Can I Control It?
For many years, the mainstays in Candida management have been anti-fungal
drugs and herbs). But, these agents have limitations. First, anti-fungal drugs
may cause liver damage. Second, anti-fugnals cause yeasts to release even more
toxins, which cause “die off reactions” (intensifications of symptoms)
that many people cannot tolerate. Third, yeasts can become resistant to them,
so that they lose their effect.
A Better Way
With the advent of digestive enzymes, a new tool against Candida has emerged.
Since Candida’s cell wall is made largely of cellulose, cellulase enzymes
can rupture and break it down. When this occurs, the yeast dies.
Cellulase enzymes do not harm the liver, and are also safe in every other
way. Further, because Candida cannot change the structure of its cell wall,
it cannot become resistant to these enzymes. Finally, because the enzymes do
not stimulate the yeast to release toxins, they do not trigger a die-off reaction.
For over four years, Candex has helped countless people who had found other
yeast management products ineffective. Now, however, it is even better. You
see, while the cell wall of the yeast is comprised largely of cellulose, it
also contains mannins, glucans, etc. By adding other enzymes that break down
these other fibrous factors, the cell wall is more quickly and more completely
digested.
In addition, Candex now provides a wide array of enzymes that digest both
complex and simple carbohydrates, which are, of course, candida’s preferred
foods. When carbohydrates are broken down into simple glucose molecules, they
are less available to Candida, and more available to support the body’s
energy needs. Thus, while Candex has, in our opinion, long been the best natural
yeast control product available, it’s now even better, working not only
to digest the yeast, but to deny it its food source as well.
How Much Enzyme Activity Do I Need?
Cellulase enzymes have been used for yeast management for several years. In
using various levels of cellulase and hemi-cellulase, we have found that
most people respond best to about 200,000 CU’s of total cellulase activity
per day. Candex provides a total of 208,000 total units of cellulase and
hemicellulase activity.
When Will I Start Feeling Better?
Because each person has different amounts of yeast within them, differing
levels of immune efficiency, results are completely individualized. Nearly
everyone, however, notes substantial improvements within one to four weeks.
While die-off reactions do not occur with Candex, a few people experience
abdominal pain when they begin to use it. We believe this is because Candex
is breaking down the cellulose from foods that has become trapped in impacted
fecal matter. When this cellulose breaks down, gas pockets may form, thus exerting
pressure on the intestinal walls. If this occurs, we suggest high colonic irrigations
or other cleansing programs (psyllium, bentonite, etc.) before continuing the
use of Candex.
To minimize any unexpected reaction to any supplement, it is wise to gradually
build up to the recommended usage. Thus, we suggest one capsule your first
day, two your second day, and so on, until you reach the full, four capsule
per day regimen.
Each Day’s Usage of Candex (4 capsules) Provides:
Cellulase 140,000 CU
Hemicellulase 60,000 HCU
Alpha amylase 8000 AU
Glucoamylase 50 AGU
Invertase 500 SU
Malt diastase 100 DP
Other ingredients: cellulose, rice bran, water, lecithin oil.
Can Children Use Candex?
Candex is safe for everyone. Children, however, do not need as much as adults.
Generally, we suggest about one half capsule, twice daily, for each 40 pounds
of body weight. For ages 14 and, adult recommendations may be followed.
When Will I Be Completely Yeast-Free?
Candida is so prevalent in the environment that no one is ever completely
yeast free (Many experts believe we need small levels of this yeast). Thus,
the goal is to keep populations beneath levels that cause problems. This means
digesting Candida more quickly than it can reproduce. Candex is the finest
natural tool available for this purpose.
How Long Should I Use Candex?
Four capsules of Candex per day (two in the morning, an hour before breakfast,
and two at bedtime, at least two hours after eating) normally produce profound
improvement in 7 to 30 days. The time needed for maximum benefit, however,
varies, because we each have:
When you reach your level of maximum benefit, you will be able to use just
one capsule per day without regressing. Dietary sugars, the drugs mentioned
earlier, and drinking or cooking with chlorinated water may trigger renewed
outbreaks of Candida.
Should I Use Probiotics With Candex?
While the original Candex contained probiotics, the levels it provided were
insufficient for those with severe yeast imbalances. Since most of those who
use Candex also use a separate probiotic supplement, we have removed the probiotics
to make room for the additional enzymes. This change makes Candex more effective
at controlling yeast populations. We highly recommend that you use a probiotic
enzyme along with Candex.
Must I Follow the “Candida Diet”?
Perhaps the most difficult aspect of controlling yeast is the strict diet
regimen that must be followed. In many cases, this regimen is a lifelong requirement.
Although some people say that, while using Candex, they can eat foods that
are not allowed in normal Candida diets, this is not recommended. Quite simply,
you are using Candex to help reduce yeast populations in the body. By eating
foods that help yeast to grow, you are undermining what Candex can do, and
lengthening the time you’ll need to use it at full strength. The sugar
digesting enzymes in Candex are sufficient to help deny Candida the sugars
found in a carbohydrate restricted diet — but not to digest the tons
of sugar present in the foods you’re supposed to avoid.
The classic Candida diet permits dense protein foods, such as chicken and
fish, and as many vegetables as you can eat. Some people can use whole grains,
while others cannot. Caffeine and alcohol should be avoided, as should foods
made from flour — breads, pastas, tortillas, cakes, cookies, etc. Eliminate
all sugar, and all sugar-containing foods. Read food labels carefully, as
thousands of packaged foods contain sucrose, dextrose, glucose, fructose,
corn syrup,
maple syrup, honey, molasses, barley malt, rice syrup, etc. If sweetening
is required, use stevia. Avoid foods that contain vinegar (mustard, mayonnaise,
etc.); fermented foods (cheese, sauerkraut, soy sauce, etc.); and processed
meats, especially hot dogs, sausages, bacon, and so on. Drink only filtered
or bottled water (tap water contains chlorine, which kills probiotics.)
It is difficult for strict vegetarians to obtain enough complete protein without
overloading on grains and beans. Eating a wide variety of vegetables can help
counter this problem, as can supplements like Spirulina, Chlorella, or protein
powders. Books with recipes for the Candida diet can be invaluable.
While the Candida diet is rigid, it is necessary. As you begin to get yeast
under control, you may be able to increase the levels of grains you eat, and
to add some fruits. If you do, be careful to monitor the way you feel, and,
at the first sign of recurring discomforts, return to the strict diet, and
begin using four capsules of Candex per day until the discomforts are once
again under control. While some people say that, after using Candex, they have
been able to reintroduce wider varieties of foods without incident, others
report a rapid recurrence of discomforts when they do this.
