What is Candida albicans?  It is part of our natural microflora — or the microorganisms that commonly live in or on our bodies. It can be found in the GI tract, the mouth, and the vagina.

Most of the time it causes no issues, but it’s possible for overgrowths and infections to happen. Symptoms

• Many people with a CandidaUTI don’t have symptoms.
• If symptoms are present, they can include:
  • an increased need to urinate
  • a painful or burning sensation when urinating
  • abdominal or pelvic pain
  • blood in your urine

Candida albicans is the most prevalent cause of fungal infections in people. Its species name, albicans, comes from the Latin word for “white.” The yeast appears white when cultured on a plate. And in the case of certain infections, like thrush, it can create white patches.

According to many of our functional medicine practitioners, who utilize organic acid testing looking for Candida Albicans metabolites, they have found clinical success utilizing the botanical liquids (Inficidx and Candicidx) alongside the Spectrum AR and Spectrum BR formulas and probiotic formulas Spore Probio and UltraBiotic Daily Multi-Strain  for Candida Albicans yeast / fungus overgrowth.

Candida Albicans yeast / fungus overgrowth is an overgrowth of a particular yeast / fungus that is found naturally on the skin, mucous membranes and in our GI tract. The goal is not to kill all Candida, but to bring it back into balance. One of the primary challenges with Candida Albicans overgrowth is that the yeast / fungus are smart and challenging to control, this is the rationale for utilizing the different forms of fungus killing herbs/tinctures and cycling them every four days, so the yeast/fungus are less likely to adapt to survive.  

The outlined protocol is designed to last for a minimum of eight weeks while following the low-FODMAP Diet, which limits specific carbohydrates that can feed Candida Albicans in the large colon. 

NOTE: The concept of cycling the anti-yeast / fungals makes sense because the Candida Albicans yeast / fungus can be very intelligent at adapting to survive, cycling is important for greater kill off.

 Outlined below is the protocol:   

Days 1-4: 

Once daily, mix 300 drops (6 - 1/2 dropperfuls) of Inficidx and 300 drops (6 - 1/2 dropperfuls) of Candicidx into 4 oz water (to help dilute the flavor) and drink. Follow the Low-FODMAP Diet for the entire program. 

Inficidx is an all-natural herbal immunity assisting formula containing Echinacea root, goldenseal root, and chaparral leaf to support natural immune response. Healthy immune function is crucial, especially when one is exposed to highly contagious environments (such as a busy office or school). Inficidx contains a proprietary blend of all-natural, research-based herbal ingredients that work synergistically to assist healthy immune function. 

Candicidx is a natural tincture formulated to support your body’s detoxification process and immune function. They are herbal extracts that contain phytonutrients to support immune function and the body’s natural detoxification process, which can help protect against Candida overgrowth. Appropriate immune function is crucial for proper and balanced microflora throughout the body, which otherwise might allow symptoms such as lethargy, digestive issues, sugar cravings, and headaches.  

Spore Probio – 2 capsules daily.

Spore Probio with Phage technology is a complete probiotic containing powerful digestive enzymes with a synergistic bacteriophage formula that promotes immune function and digestive health. 

Bacteriophages are submicroscopic packages of DNA or RNA that have the ability to attach to unique strains of unwanted bacteria in the intestines. Unlike traditional probiotics, bacteriophages selectively target specific unwanted bacteria while leaving beneficial “good” bacteria to thrive in your gut. They also colonize better and are not heat sensitive. 

Phages are considered an intelligent bug, meaning they multiply at the site of need to support healthy immune function. When used in conjunction with digestive enzymes as well as pre and probiotics, the effectiveness of bacteriophages are multiplied. Supplementing with Spore Probio is recommended to support a healthy gut microbiome and promote the health properties of probiotics. 

UltraBiotic Daily Multi-Strain – 1 capsule daily.

UltraBiotic Daily Multi-Strain is one of the most comprehensive probiotic supplements on the market, featuring a seven-strain blend of “friendly” microbial organisms. For optimal efficacy, UltraBiotic Daily Multi-Strain is manufactured with 30 billion colony-forming units (CFU) per serving. 

UltraBiotic Daily Multi-Strain provides multidimensional support for both the upper and lower GI for digestive and immune health. This concentrated formula supplies a proprietary blend of seven beneficial probiotic strains. (Saccharomyces boulardii, Bifidobacterium lactis Bi-07, Lactobacillus plantarum Lp-115, Lactobacillus salivarius Ls-33, Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM®, Streptococcus thermophilus St-21, and Bifidobacterium lactis Bl-04). 

Days 5-8: 

Spectrum AR — One softgel three times daily with meals.

Spectrum AR is a high potency nutritional supplement blending oils and extracts from the aromatic mint family along with ginger and cloves. Thyme oil and ginger extract are the dominant ingredients known for their ability to aid in digestion. The unique and specific combination of extracts and oils contained in the Spectrum AR formula helps support the health of the gastrointestinal tract based on their powerful anti-oxidative, anti-microbial, and anti-inflammatory properties.  

The inhabitants of the eastern Mediterranean region have used the individual ingredients in Spectrum AR for thousands of years for healing purposes. The oils and extracts are well documented in modern scientific research for their antioxidant, anti-microbial, and anti-inflammatory properties in current wellness practices. Ginger extract (300 mg) and thyme oil (200 mg) blend together to counteract oxidative stress to promote healthy cells and support a healthy gastrointestinal tract. Thyme, oregano, and clove leaf oils all contain the carvacrol and thymol phenols recognized for their health properties. The extracts of lemon balm, ginger, and sage leaf provide protection and stabilization of the fragile oils and additional antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties to support optimal GI health. 

Spectrum BR — Two tablets three times daily with meals.

Spectrum BR features high quality extracts and crude herbs including berberine-containing plants that support healthy immune and detoxification function.

Encourages a healthy intestinal environment and supports detoxification function of the liver and gallbladder.

Promotes a calm digestive tract.

Features 400 mg per serving of berberine sulfate derived from berberis species, along with premium extracts of coptis and Indian barberry roots.

Provides a proprietary extract of Chinese herbs that includes ginger, licorice, and rhubarb to harmonize the action of other herbs within the formula. 

Spore Probio: 2 capsules daily.

Spore Probio with Phage technology is a complete soil based probiotic with additional powerful digestive enzymes and synergistic bacteriophages that promotes immune function and digestive health. 

Bacteriophages are submicroscopic packages of DNA or RNA that have the ability to attach to unique strains of unwanted bacteria in the intestines. Unlike traditional probiotics, bacteriophages selectively target specific unwanted bacteria while leaving beneficial “good” bacteria to thrive in your gut. They also colonize better and are not heat sensitive. 

Phages are considered an intelligent bug, meaning they multiply at the site of need to support healthy immune function. When used in conjunction with digestive enzymes as well as pre and probiotics, the effectiveness of bacteriophages are multiplied. Supplementing with Spore Probio is recommended to support a healthy gut microbiome and promote the health properties of probiotics. 

UltraBiotic Daily Multi-Strain – 1 capsule daily.

UltraBiotic Daily Multi-Strain is one of the most comprehensive probiotic supplements on the market, featuring a seven-strain blend of “friendly” microbial organisms. For optimal efficacy, UltraBiotic Daily Multi-Strain is manufactured with 30 billion colony-forming units (CFU) per serving.  

UltraBiotic Daily Multi-Strain provides multidimensional support for both the upper and lower GI for digestive and immune health. This concentrated formula supplies a proprietary blend of seven beneficial probiotic strains. (Saccharomyces boulardii, Bifidobacterium lactis Bi-07, Lactobacillus plantarum Lp-115, Lactobacillus salivarius Ls-33, Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM®, Streptococcus thermophilus St-21, and Bifidobacterium lactis Bl-04). 

Follow the Low-FODMAP Diet for the entire program. 

Days 9-12:

Repeat Days 1-4 protocol.

Follow the Low-FODMAP Diet for the entire program. 

Days 13-16:

Repeat Days 5-8 protocol

Follow the Low-FODMAP Diet for the entire program. 

Days 17-20:

Repeat Days 1-4 protocol.

Follow the Low-FODMAP Diet for the entire program. 

Days 21-24:

Repeat Days 5-8 protocol

Follow the Low-FODMAP Diet for the entire program. 

NOTE: Continue this 'cycling protocol' for a minimum of 8-weeks. Some patients with severe systemic candidiasis will have to continue for longer, sometimes even up to six months.