Yes. There's also a recipe for almond mink in the book that's easy to make and cheaper and healthier than the commercial ones. But natural, store-bought ones are fine also. My sister just sent me your book because I'm a tri-athlete, and I think it is really great. I've made several of your recipes and they've all turned out pretty well; however, I recently made the apple cinnamon energy bars and I am not sure what happened.

Milk is usually not a problem for someone with a Candida overgrowth. The best type of milk is raw unpasteurized milk. The second best is whole, pasteurized milk from grass-fed cows. The least preferred option is the typical milk you buy at the local store. It is usually from grain fed cows that have been given antibiotics and growth hormones. See similar questions...

There are some sites that allow brown rice or other types of grains on their Candida Diets. However my research points to the fact that ALL grains feed the Candida so they are to be avoided. You can live a long healthy life without eating a single grain as they are not needed by the human body. See similar questions...

Yes, depending on the type of container and what area of the grocery store you purchased the product from. Soy and rice milk can now be found in several different locations in most markets, the refrigerated section and on store shelves. A good rule of thumb is if the product is on a store shelf than it can be safely stored in the pantry. These milk products use a special system of packaging called aseptic packaging a vacuum-packing process. See similar questions...

Your body swells with salt and water. Most of us eat a diet that contains approx. 4,000-7,000 milligrams (mgs) of sodium. A very small amount - less than 500 mgs. a day - is necessary for normal body function. On the Rice Diet Program, participants feel better in a matter of days because they get rid of the extra salt and water they are carrying. Salt makes you feel bad and stimulates your appetite. See similar questions...

When people are tested for food allergies, skin and blood are often tested, but not the actual stomach. Many patients, who had been previously diagnosed with food allergies, find success with the Rice Diet Program. Patients are started on a bland diet of rice & fruit with medical supervision. Then slowly, foods are added, one at a time, such as vegetables to see if they have any reactions (diarrhea, itching, hives, etc). See similar questions...

It is now recognized that people who are overweight may develop liver disease. The Rice Diet certainly helps this problem. In the early days of the diet, Dr. Kempner did show some improvement in liver function in people on the Diet. See similar questions...

There are conditions that can cause low potassium. The Rice Diet is not one of them. We have not seen low potassium in a patient on the Rice Diet who was not either taking diuretics or taking too many laxatives. See similar questions...

Rice DietOddly enough, the rice diet does not involve rice. It was developed at Duke University in the 1930s. The rice diet centers on consuming foods that are both low in fat and in sodium. Dieters are encouraged to eat fruits, grains, beans, vegetables, olive oil, non fat dairy and lean meat. The diet recommends a fitness program centered around walking and encourages dieters to reduce stress in their lives. See similar questions...

Yes, if you are not allergic to soy or rice. Check the label to be sure that the product does not contain malt. Some brands of rice milk also contain trace amounts of barley protein, which is contrary to a gluten free diet. Check the labels! See similar questions...

We are an outpatient treatment center in Durham, NC. Patients from all over the world come here for the treatment of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, hypertension and renal disease. See similar questions...

Cinnamon is excellent to use during the Candida Diet because it has antifungal properties. Add it to anything and everything. See similar questions...

Eggs are an excellent choice on the Candida Diet. Organic, free range eggs are preferred because cheap supermarket eggs are from chickens fed grains and antibiotics. See similar questions...

Coffee is fine as long as you only use Stevia or Xylitol for sweetening. Green tea would be preferred as it has healing properties. See similar questions...

Vodka (like all alcohol) quickly turns to sugar in the blood so it should be used very sparingly. Do some research and find a brand that is made without the use of yeast. There are a few brands on the market made that way. See similar questions...

All dairy products are acceptable on the Candida Diet. One thing to look for is raw, unpasteurized, grass fed dairy. Raw milk is not legal for sale in most states but you can find a farmer near you that has a "cow share" program. Go to Milk.com to find local suppliers. See similar questions...

You should avoid all fruit while on the Candida Diet - with a two notable exceptions. The fruits that are allowed on the Candida Diet are green apples and berries. Virtually all berries are allowed since they are high in natural anti-fungals. See similar questions...

Sweet potatoes are allowed on the Candida Diet. They do not feed the Candida like a white potato does. Just stay away from candied sweet potatoes because of the sugar. See similar questions...

Coconut flour is excellent as well. You can make many foods with it but avoid using any recipes with yeast in them. See similar questions...