ProBio5

 As we take ProBio5 and choose foods that starve candida, yeast and bacteria cells die. When yeast cells are rapidly killed, a die - off (or Herxheimer reaction) occurs and metabolic by products are released into the body. 

The Candida yeast cells actually release 79 different toxins when they die. Essentially, your immune system kicks up an inflammatory storm as toxins move through and out of your body. And because the immune system mounts a response to these toxins, we usually feel worse as we cleanse. When you first begin to cleanse on ProBio5, you may feel worse as your body dumps all the waste and low grade infections it has been carrying around. 

As your body begins to release toxins, your immune system reacts — triggering a Herxheimer response. This can cause: • Flu - like symptoms • Acne • Skin rashes • Vaginal itching • Headaches • Depression or anxiety • Lethargy • Insomnia It is critical that you give your body t he attention that it needs, without shrugging off your symptoms as “just cleansing.” When we clean up our diet, it seems like we are more sensitive than ever to our food and our environment. If you are having severe die - off symptoms, decrease ProBio5. Here are a few other suggestions: Consider BioCleanse, especially if you are not eliminating at least once a day. As you cleanse, the colon escorts waste and toxins out of the body. Constipation prolongs a Herxheimer response as waste and toxins are reabsorbed back into the bloodstream and often come out through the skin (acne, rashes, & other skin conditions). Focus on antioxidants and liver support. The liver is your main pathway for eliminating toxins. 

The die - off symptoms mean that your liver is being overwhelmed. Emergen-C is a great source of Vitamin C, Vitamin D, and antioxidants. XFactor is also recommended. Continue to avoid sweet foods, even naturally sweet foods, as they will feed the exact organisms you are getting rid of! Gently move the body, enough to work up a sweat. It doesn’t take much. For example, bouncing on a mini trampoline will stimulate the lymphatic system and support your efforts to cleanse. Your body will also release waste as you sweat. Drink plenty of water. Dehydration traps toxins in the body and closes down elimination channels. Staying hydrated is key to support detoxification. You should be consuming half of your body’s weight in ounces of water on a daily basis. This information was gathered on several websites: http://www.thecandidadiet.com/candida-die-off.htm http://www.wholeapproach.com/newsletter/archives/2003/06_June.html http://bodyecology.com/articles/8-ways-to-manage-symptoms-of-candida-die-off#.VLKPY0ZOKnN