Re: Digestive enzymes

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