The Candida albicans is a microscopic fungus that causes candidiasis. This condition
no es una enfermedad de transmisión sexual, pero sí causa muchos problemas en la zona genital que pueden afectar de forma importante la sex life.
The most common symptoms caused by candidiasis are:
Itching and irritation of the vagina and vulva, a burning sensation, especially during sexual intercourse or urination, redness or swelling of the vulva, vaginal pain and discomfort, vaginal rash, thick, white, odorless vaginal discharge with a cottage cheese-like appearance, and it can also cause watery discharge.
In addition to the physical discomfort, infections caused by this yeast can significantly affect mood, as they create an addiction to carbohydrate-rich foods, leading to an increasing need for sugar. The high consumption of sugar and carbohydrates results in the person consuming less animal protein, less animal fat, which reduces the amount of fat-soluble vitamins available in the body, causing a deficiency in Vitamin D. This can lead to depressive episodes, ranging from mild to severe, and in many cases, may even lead the person to suicide.
The only way to eradicate infections caused by Candida is to stop consuming processed carbohydrates, sugars, and dairy. Until the total consumption of these three food groups is eliminated, it will be nearly impossible to eradicate candidiasis. Even fruit should be avoided when trying to eliminate these types of infections. The use of topical antifungals will only temporarily relieve the infection, but will never eliminate it permanently. The key to eliminating this parasite is not feeding it—simply put, starving it. Candidiasis can be eliminated; it just requires willpower and consistency.
