In This Episode:

1. [4:40] How Dr. Biamonte became “The Candida King”
2. [7:15] Why probiotics make Candida symptoms worse
3. [10:00] Nutrients that actually feed the growth of Candida
4. [12:25] Candida and copper
5. [14:13] What triggers Candida overgrowth, and how to test for it
6. [19:00] Address Candida first, then tackle other co-factors
7. [22:25] When to test for mercury
8. [23:28] Rotating antifungals in the Candida detox protocol
9. [28:05] How long does it take to get rid of Candida overgrowth?
10. [29:30] When to reincorporate probiotics after a Candida detox protocol
11. [30:43] The Candida diet - what’s true and what’s not?
12. [32:48] Supporting the lymphatic system and liver during Candida die-off
13. [34:05] Can Candida cause hypothyroidism?
14. [37:15] What people don’t understand about the thyroid and Candida

Can Candida cause hypothyroidism? Why does Candida keep coming back after treatment?

This week, I'm thrilled to introduce Dr. Michael Biamonte, founder of the Biamonte Center for Clinical Nutrition to answer these questions, and more. Dr. Biamonte has spent three decades dedicating his career to improving lives through stopping Candida overgrowth through functional nutrition and lab testing.

Today, we dive into the intricacies of Candida, its connection to thyroid issues, and the science behind his five-phase candida treatment protocol. Dr. Biamonte walks us through the critical relationship between Candida and thyroid issues, elaborating on how it can often be the root cause of many symptoms women struggle with for years before receiving proper care.

We discuss the importance of proper sequencing in treatment plans, highlighting why it's beneficial to tackle Candida before addressing heavy metals and other toxins. Dr. Biamonte also reveals why conventional antifungals often fail patients and shares his insights on effective Candida treatments, like rotating antifungals and monitoring progress through innovative urine tests.

In addition to tackling Candida, we discuss the role of minerals, especially through Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA), and how it complements understanding and treating Candida overgrowth. Dr. Biamonte also sheds light on maintaining the balance in the gut ecosystem through targeted probiotic use and explains why the Candida diet needs to be low in carbohydrates and sugars.

If you or someone you know is struggling with Candida, thyroid issues, or both, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge and hope for effective treatments and better health. Join me as we uncover the science, challenges, and solutions in managing Candida with one of the leading experts in the field. And as always, please share this episode with anyone who could benefit from understanding more about Candida and its impact on overall health.

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