Oh the dreaded Candida diet!If you’re in it, you may have a lot of questions, doubts, fears, etc… Let’s help get you through this!
For those of you who are new to our site, the three of us sisterssuffered from candida for quite a few years and when we learned what it was and how to heal it, it led us down the path to natural sweeteners and ultimately, this blog. While we don’t follow the strict candida diet anymore, we do strive to live a healthy, balanced lifestyle.Whether candida is a problem for you or not, eating foods that are candida friendly is a great way to maintain a healthy, alkaline body. If you are following the candida diet, we have a big treat for you today! These candida cookies are a dessert that will keep your body alkaline and in candida-killing mode! While we don’t claim that the diet (or these cookies) will heal all ailments, we have found it to improve our own health. And while on the candida diet, we do claim these cookies to completely help your sanity!
One of the best things that can be done while on a candida cleanse is to increase raw vegetables, eggs and nuts. However, just living off of veggies for several weeks is no fun. For greater chance of success and staying devoted to the cleanse, delicious snacks and treats are in order! Let’s make some candida-friendly cookies!
These candida cookies are a great example of one treat we would eat when we followed the candida diet. You might be surprised that some of the items on the list are acceptable for the diet. You might also be surprised at how easy this recipe is. Don’t let that fool you, these cookies are candida diet perfection.
These cookies contain healthy fats, proteins and sugars that are all acceptable for the diet. The cinnamon enhances flavor, reduces inflammation and promotes good digestion. The xylitol sweetens these cookies while helping to kill the candida! Yes, xylitol is a fabulous lifesaver on this cleanse because it can help speed up your healing by killing off the candida! That’s a pretty sweet deal for a cookie. Please treat yourself, enjoy and get well!
Candida Killing Cinnamon Cookies
Delicious sugar-free cinnamon cookies suitable for the candida diet!
Ingredients
- 3TablespoonsCoconut Oil, softened
- 1 1/2TablespoonsNatural Unsweetened Almond, Cashew or Sunflower Seed Butter
- 3TablespoonsXylitol
- 1Large Eggif your eggs are small, please use 2 eggs
- 1/4teaspoonBaking Soda
- 1/2teaspoonBaking Powder
- 1/4teaspoonSea or Pink Salt
- 1teaspoonPure Vanilla Extract
- 1teaspoonCinnamon
- 3TablespoonsCoconut Flour or 5-7 Tablespoons whole grain flour, like Whole Spelt Flour
Instructions
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. In a small bowl, mix together the coconut oil, nut butter and xylitol together until combined. Add the egg and mix well. Add the baking soda, baking powder, salt and vanilla. Add the cinnamon and flour and mix until combined.
Scoop out the dough with a small cookie scoop and roll into smooth spheres. Place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 7-9 minutes. Allow to cool on the pan for AT LEAST 3 minutes. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
If doing the candida diet, you'll want to verify that the extracts you use have absolutely no sugars added to them! This may be a good idea in general, but it is very important when trying to kill off yeast and sugar overgrowth.
This recipe was originally written with coconut flour. If you would like to use another flour, please make sure it is a whole grain flour (gluten-free flours could work but you will need more of it called for in this recipe). The dough should look almost like a nut butter cookie dough.
These cookies are delicious for up to 2 days, however, sometimes when leftover for several hours, the cookie ingredients undergo a chemical reactionthat will turn the cookies green. It’s a strange reaction due to the coconut flour, baking soda and oils used. Do not be alarmed - it's not mold andthe cookies are completely safe to eat! And for some reason they won't turn green every time, it just depends on the batch. I have read several reasons for this change but am not sure if one reason is the answer for all batches/ingredients. Hope you enjoy nonetheless! :D
PS: Try a chocolate version of these candida cookies here!
FAQs
A little cinnamon can be an excellent addition to an anti-Candida diet. It's best when taken with foods or mixed into a beverage. Try a cinnamon tea with xylitol or stevia. Look for 'real' cinnamon if you can – this is often known as Ceylon Cinnamon.
What is the strongest candida killer? ›
The strongest candida killers are generally recognized to be antifungal drugs, such as fluconazole (brand name Diflucan), nystatin, and clotrimazole.
Does cutting out sugar help Candida? ›
To cure these symptoms, some people try a candida cleanse diet. The diet removes foods such as sugar, white flour, yeast and cheese from the typical diet. The candida cleanse diet is based on the theory that these foods cause candida overgrowth.
Does cinnamon deactivate yeast? ›
The key flavour component in cinnamon, cinnamaldehyde, has antifungal properties and as yeast is a fungal organism, its growth is slowed hugely by cinnamon (and even by artificial cinnamon, not just the real stuff).
What is the number one food to avoid Candida? ›
Therefore, with the candida diet, you'll want to limit or avoid the following foods: All forms of sugar, including honey, maple syrup, and molasses. Fruits high in sugar, such as bananas, mango, grapes, and dates. Starchy vegetables (potatoes, carrots)
What kills Candida in the gut fast? ›
Coconut oil: Coconut oil is high in lauric acid, which has been shown to fight Candida infections in multiple test-tube studies ( 31 , 32 ). Curcumin: Test-tube studies indicate that curcumin may kill Candida yeasts, or at least reduce their growth ( 33 ).
Does drinking apple cider vinegar help with Candida? ›
Studies have shown that apple cider vinegar can lower levels of Candida albicans (the fungus that causes yeast infections) in test tubes. However, there isn't yet enough human research to recommend it as a safe and effective treatment for a yeast infection.
How do you flush yeast out of your body? ›
The best way to treat Candida is with a three-step approach:
- Starve the yeast. The first key is to eliminate foods that have yeast in them and foods that yeast likes to eat. ...
- Overpower the yeast. Some patients need a prescription anti-fungal (like Diflucan or Nystatin). ...
- Replenish good bacteria.
Non-caffeinated beverages: Herbal teas, chicory coffee, filtered water, homemade almond milk, coconut milk (look for one without additives) and water infused with lemon or lime.
How long does it take to starve candida? ›
One way is to follow a candida diet plan, which is a low-sugar, yeast-free diet that helps “starve” candida fungus. A candida diet can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months to be effective.
Sourdough bread can be a helpful food for people with Candida. The fermentation process creates lactic acid and other compounds that can help to inhibit the growth of Candida. However, it is important to choose a bread that is made with a traditional sourdough starter.
Does honey feed Candida? ›
There's nothing better than a dash of honey for a candida cleanse. Honey can easily kill microbes thanks to the bee-derived enzyme glucose oxidase that produces hydrogen peroxide from glucose and oxygen.
Is coffee bad for Candida? ›
Caffeine and Other Stimulants
Not only do the sugar and sweetener kickstart your Candida, the caffeine gives it just as much of a boost as it does to you! Even decaf tea and coffee are to be avoided if possible, as they contain residual levels of caffeine.
What drink kills yeast infections? ›
Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has been found to inhibit the growth of Candida albicans, the strain of fungi that typically causes yeast infections. To use this natural remedy, mix 1 spoonful of ACV into a glass of water and drink every morning.
What spices can I have on Candida Cleanse? ›
Spices like Turmeric and Cinnamon
Turmeric contains an active component called curcumin that has been shown to completely inhibit the growth of Candida albicans (as well as lots of other fungal strains).
What spices are allowed on the Candida diet? ›
Herbs and spices: Black pepper, salt, cinnamon, dill, garlic, ginger, oregano, rosemary, paprika, turmeric and thyme. Condiments: Apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos and sauerkraut. No-sugar sweeteners: Stevia, erythritol and xylitol.
Is ground cinnamon antifungal? ›
Scientific studies indicate that cinnamon works against fungal pathogens. Under laboratory conditions, scientists have shown that the elements in cinnamon powder inhibit the development of grey mould (Botrytis cinerea) and various species of Phytophthora.
Does cinnamon react with yeast? ›
Our results showed us that if we used more grams of cinnamon the more it affected the rate of fermentation. The 2 grams really slowed down the yeast growth. The discussion was that the more cinnamon powder we did the more it slowed down the yeast fermentation rate.
