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What Are the Benefits of Taking Xylitol for Candida?

Kathleen Howard
Kathleen Howard

Xylitol is a natural sugar substitute derived from fruit, vegetables and other plant materials. While it is most commonly used as a sweetener, some people also use xylitol for candida. One of the greatest benefits of using xylitol for candida is that this substance is believed to possess antifungal properties. Since candida feeds on sugar, replacing sugar-filled products with those containing xylitol will also help to eliminate candida’s primary food source. In addition to treating candida, xylitol might enhance immune system function, keep insulin levels stable, and prevent certain medical conditions.

The primary reason some medical professionals recommend using xylitol for candida is because this sweetener is believed to possess antifungal properties. When consumed, xylitol should reduce the amount of candida in the digestive system. To treat candidiasis, xylitol is typically combined with other antifungal medications. Adding this substance to one’s medication might help sufferers fight their infection faster and more effectively. When consumed on a regular basis, xylitol might also aid in the prevention of future fungal infections.

Xylitol.
Xylitol.

Substituting xylitol for sugar can also benefit sufferers by inhibiting the growth of candida. Candida is a type of fungus that feeds off sugar inside the body. Reducing sugar intake will decrease the amount of food necessary for candida to thrive. This should eventually starve the fungus and eliminate the infection. To enhance the effects of xylitol, sufferers should also decrease their alcohol and carbohydrate consumption.

It's believed that xylitol can help prevent upper respiratory tract infections.
It's believed that xylitol can help prevent upper respiratory tract infections.

Xylitol might also be effective in enhancing immune system function. This substance makes it difficult for bacteria to produce biofilm, which is a sticky film that glues bacteria to other objects. Increasing xylitol intake should therefore weaken bacteria and make antibiotics more effective. Since healthy individuals are better able to fight infection, this might also benefit those who suffer from frequent fungal infections.

Xylitol is a natural sugar substitute derived from fruit, vegetables and other plant materials.
Xylitol is a natural sugar substitute derived from fruit, vegetables and other plant materials.

While some medical professionals recommend using xylitol for candida, users will also reap several other benefits. In addition to controlling candidiasis, xylitol is believed to promote healing, prevent cavities, and prevent upper respiratory tract infections. Unlike sugar, xylitol does not negatively impact insulin levels, which also makes it safe for diabetics.

Decreasing one's consumption of alcohol can increase the benefits of xylitol.
Decreasing one's consumption of alcohol can increase the benefits of xylitol.

Before using xylitol for candida, patients should consult a physician. Although xylitol works as an antifungal, it might not be powerful enough to rid the body of candidiasis on its own. To cure a fungal infection, sufferers should ask their physician how to use xylitol and discuss what other treatment options are available.

Discussion Comments

burcinc

Xylitol can be added to recipes instead of sugar. I don't really think of it as a treatment for candida, but as a suitable ingredient in a candida diet.

If someone doesn't avoid carbohydrates and sugars and takes xylitol, I doubt that it will have much effect on candida. It will be effective when sugars are eliminated from the diet altogether.

It can cause allergies and upset stomach but I started out in small amounts and slowly increased it so I didn't experience anything.

ZipLine

@fBoyle-- My close friend completely got rid of her candida infestation with a quarter cup of granulated xylitol in her food every day. She didn't mention any laxative effect, so I don't know about that.

fBoyle

I know that xylitol is found in gum, soda and sugar-free treats. I have consumed these before but experienced a strong laxative effect from them.

It's exciting to know that xylitol might be used to treat candida. But I don't understand how it can be used without experiencing this laxative effect. Exactly how much xylitol is needed to treat candida? Is it effective in small amounts?

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