Whether it’s after exercising, to break boredom in the middle of the day, or as a way to help you get to the next meal, healthy snacks are an important part of a healthy diet. Of course, when you think of snacks, cookies, potato chips, and other treats from vending machines probably come to mind, but these just don’t work for someone on a candida diet.
Do not transport! There is a way to enjoy snack time while continuing to keep your body at its best to eliminate candida overgrowth with candida snack ideas.
As someone with a candida condition, it is very important to eliminate all foods that increase yeast from your diet. Foods to avoid include excessively processed foods, as well as foods that contain sugar and white flour. These foods feed the yeast problem and cause more serious symptoms.
Instead, focus on whole, natural foods and look for candida recipes. Protein is a great way to build the body through nutrition. Additionally, low-glycemic vegetables and fruits contribute a lot to the candida diet in the form of important vitamins and minerals, which strengthen the system and are important weapons in fighting candida.
Some powerful ingredients to have in your arsenal as you consider healthy and candida-friendly snacks include plain, unsweetened yogurt, which supports healthy bacteria in your body, as well as garlic and cayenne pepper to boost your immune system.
An important aspect of sticking to a candida diet (all meals and snacks included) is always being prepared for when you are hungry. When you’re so hungry you could eat anything in sight, you probably will. But if you have healthy, candida-safe foods at your fingertips, you’re less likely to binge on whatever sugar-laden treats in your pantry or office break room.
For ultimate success, consider making a snack list for prospective candidates and purchase all the necessary items for a week full of snacks. So you know that when you feel like snacking, you will have attractive options that fit into your candida diet.
Below are some candida snack ideas to help you put that list together:
Creamy coffee smoothie
Ingredients:
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
2 whole eggs, raw (or whole powdered eggs)
4 oz. Strong, cooled coffee
2 tablespoons unsweetened syrup (vanilla or caramel are great flavors)
cinnamon (optional)
3 ice cubes + additional ice for the smoothie
Combine all ingredients in a blender and serve over ice. Try different flavors and combinations according to your tastes. Another great option is to replace the coffee with 1.5 teaspoons of unsweetened gelatin mix dissolved in 4 oz. boiling water. Makes a refreshing and fruity smoothie.
Mixed nuts
Ingredients:
Almonds
pecans
Pumpkin seeds
Sunflower seeds
Sugar-free carob chips
Unsweetened grated coconut
Mix it up, put it in a baggie, and you’ve got a great energy snack for the car, after working out, or on your desk at the office.
Cheese and Vegetable Crackers
Ingredients:
Any grated cheese (cheddar is a great option)
Sliced vegetables (celery, bell peppers, cucumbers, cauliflower, etc.)
Place small mounds of grated cheese in a hot skillet and fry until golden brown and crisp. Remove cheese and place on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil. Let cool and the cheese will become crisp and an ideal substitute for traditional cookies or chips.
Don’t think that just because you’re on a diet you can’t enjoy your food. With candida snacks, you can keep up with your diet without feeling deprived.