food allergies and candida typically go hand in hand, one of the reasons being is that some toxins released by the yeast are naturally found in foods and with time, the immune system becomes sensitive (allergic) to those foods. Digestive enzymes are normally suggested to candida sufferers because it helps digest foods quickly making the nutrients readily available for absorption so that the yeast has less of a chance to feed itself. Some candida sufferers (like myself) have low amylase levels, signifying problems with the breakdown of carbohydrates (which is yeast's energy source). Also, digestive enzymes with cellulase are excellent because this enzyme destroys the cell walls of the yeast, killing it. High levels of cellulase can give die off reactions as the toxins inside the yeast are quickly released.

Also, pH and body temperature have a big impact on the activity of the enzymes, so make there's no lack of acid during meal times. Low body temperature is a sign of weak thyroid, giving rise to reduced metabolism due to impared system enzymes function.
Mike

Low stomach acids indicate a need for digestive enzyems. Low s/a can be indicated through much stomach bloating and gas from either end : ) following meals.

Itchy eyes after eating can indicate food intolerances /allergies as can bloating/gas. Feeling sleepy following a meal can also be indicative of food allergies AND low s/a.

Low stomach acids can be aided through ingestion of 1 tbsp of apple cider vinegar mixed with a small portion of warm water prior to meals or with meals. Or some lemon juice with a little bit of salt before a meal (about 15 minutes prior). Also, try some pungent, hot and/or bitter spices with foods. This aids digestion in addition to a variety of other wonderful cleansing effects. My favs include: cayenne pepper (great for circulation), tumeric (great for liver); cilantro and coriander are bitter herbs and great for detoxing the body...licorice and ginger (both great for leaky gut), nutmeg and cinnamon (reduces mucous buildup wherein candida can hide)...

FOR food allergies :
try an elmination diet whereby you elminate foods from your diet for several weeks (some say 2 to 3 weeks) then re-introduce them and watch for any "reactions". Begin with foods that you typically eat because these foods were in place when the candida began.

Take CAre,
Alex : ))