Re: any alternatives to caffeine that work just as well?

I believe the reason people on an anti-candida
diet need to stay away from coffee and most teas
is because they are stored under conditions that
promote yeast/mold/fungal growth.

When I gave up coffee and tea (mostly coffee) I
noticed an improvement in morning sniffles and
irritability. OF course, my energy level went down !

You said that you take a B complex vitamin, but you
may find additional B, especially b-12 under the
tongue, helpful.

And I think that American ginseng is more powerful
and potent than Chinese ginseng. Maybe someone else
can verify that.

suzy