Feeling Fatigue, Low Immune System And Mood Instability

candida-and-mood-issues Candida infections can lead to deeper health concerns, and visa versa. Katherine is a young woman who has had fast metabolism growing up, but now that she is in college, she has noticed some weight gain. She knows this is not unusual, but she is continually fatigued, sick with a low immune system, and goes through mood swings often.

Katherine joined a gym, but because she is always tired she cannot do more than a light bike machine or walk on the treadmill. She has had a few vaginal yeast infections, but none recently. She has stopped drinking alcohol and made other dietary changes. She has also gone through periods of fasting and juicing. The changes have relieved her symptoms so that she can at least attend class and go to work at the bookstore and tutoring lab.

She has taken homeopathic remedies which help only when she takes them on a regular basis. This is difficult for her because she doesn’t feel that she should have to take this long-term, and she never has a consistent schedule between work and school. She promises that other than her health, she is not stressed in life. She is an outgoing person who loves both of her jobs as well as her classes.

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Katherine has tried other supplements as well, including zinc, a B-complex vitamin, and iron. All three of these pills made her nauseous even when she takes them with food, and the B vitamin made her break out. She takes vitamin C as well, and though her body can handle it, she is still sick often.

Fatigue, Mood, and the Immune System

When the immune system is low, the body wears out fast when fighting bacteria, fungi (yeast and candida), parasites, and particles considered to be harmful. The gut-brain relationship is important to maintain for a healthy body to promote restful sleep, energy production, immune system, and a good mood.

A healthy lifestyle also affects candida overgrowth and other infections. Having an irregular schedule, staying up too late, and not taking rest periods even during the day can create stress and wear out the body even if someone enjoys life and loves their work and activities. Adrenal fatigue can occur when the body doesn’t rest, and this can cause mood swings, constant fatigue, and a weakened immune system.

While Katherine’s health concerns are some symptoms of candida overgrowth, this is not the only diagnosis for fatigue, mood, and the immune system.

Mood disorders are possible even in individuals who lead otherwise healthy, happy lives. Depression is a common disorder among adults that can cause chronic fatigue, poor mood, and a weakened immune system. Candida and depression may be linked because of the brain-gut connection. Difficulty concentrating and brain fog are other candida infection symptoms that may accompany depression. Chronic fatigue syndrome can have the same effects and other symptoms such as panic attacks and irritability, and be related to candida as well.

Magnesium deficiency has been linked to depression and chronic fatigue. Magnesium also supports healthy digestion. Supplements and foods high in magnesium such as bananas, yogurt, dark chocolate, dark leafy greens, whole grains, seeds, nuts, fish, and beans can support healthy digestion, mood, and restful sleep. The same foods can also support healthy energy levels to combat fatigue without the downfalls of caffeine and sugar, the latter two of which feed candida and may cause a yeast infection.

Supplements

Vitamin C and zinc are strong supplements to take, however there are different forms of each supplement. For example, vitamin C may be available as ascorbic acid, Calcium Ascorbate, and whole food extract. Some individuals have an upset stomach after taking ascorbic acid and find they benefit more from a whole food extract form. Calcium Ascorbate is debated in terms of its absorbency in the body.

Zinc supplements come in many forms, and which type to take can be confusing and frustrating for many people. Some forms of zinc may have a high milligram value, but are not well absorbed in the body, therefore wasting the body’s energy to try and break down and utilize the mineral. Chelated zinc is debated in terms of absorbency, while zinc sulfate and oxide tend to be the least expensive but are also the most poorly absorbed. Zinc sulfate in particular is known to cause upset stomachs in some individuals. Zinc aspartate, citrate, glycerate, monomethionine, and picolinate are seeing as the most bioavailable forms of zinc.

Zinc should be taken with food to prevent upset stomachs. Many sources will say that copper helps improve zinc absorbency. While not false, candida infections may cause higher levels of copper in the body since candida can actually take out zinc from the gut and destroy it. Copper is best not taken when going through a candida cleanse, but can be part of a healing process when rebuilding the body after a cleanse.

B vitamins support mood and sleep, but may be sourced from corn, yeast, or other ingredients that can cause allergic reactions. Always read the added ingredients of supplements, as some may contain hidden sources of allergens. Read about how candida and allergens link up in the body.

Probiotics are important to take for the immune system as well as energy and mood support. Different probiotic strains work on different areas of the body, and can sometimes work against each other if taken at the same time because they fight to reproduce. Strains that work synergistically together and come in a moderate about of billions will work with the body and not overwhelm the digestive system. Canxida Restore is one such product that balances bacteria in both strains and billions.

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Diet

Fasting and juicing are temporary solutions for some individuals, however a stricter diet may be needed to heal the body and maintain long-term health when related to candida. Fasting and juicing can also wear the body out by not providing sufficient nutrition, and so rebuilding the body with vitamins and minerals is critical when ending a stricter diet.

Canxida Rebuild is one multi-vitamin supplement targeted to restoring the body so that fungi, bacteria, and potentially parasites cannot easily invade the gut again. This supplement includes B vitamins and magnesium to support healthy mood along with herbs to support digestive health.

For mood, fish or supplements with omega-3 that contain a balance of DHA and EPA have been shown to support healthy mood function and the immune system. While foods such as whole wheat and dark chocolate are linked to healthy moods, if candida overgrowth is a concern, these should be avoided until the individual has gone through an effective candida cleanse.

Food such as asparagus, Swiss chard, and lamb are known to boost mood and not feed candida. Some foods such as potatoes, Greek yogurt, and honey are linked to boosting mood and supporting sleep, but may not be best for a candida diet depending on the individual. Read more about a healthy candida diet for specific food ideas and guidelines.