Candida Infection Informationhttp://www.eliminate-candida-infection.com/index.php It may also be helpful to measure the pH of the stomach and first part of the small intestine because abnormalities in the acid environment of the stomach can encourage fungal infection This can be determined with the noninvasive Heidelberg test The Heidelberg pH Capsule Gastric Analysis requires swallowing a small capsule that contains a sensitive pH probe and radio transmitter The probe measures pH values of secretions in the stomach and small intestine and transmits the values to an external receiver The capsule passes harmlessly through the stomach and intestines and is eventually excreted Abnormal acid conditions may indicate elevated risk for a fungal infection http://www.eliminate-candida-infection.com/candida-diagnosis.php Yogurt and probiotics Studies have shown that daily ingestion of 150 mL of yogurt enriched with live Lactobacillus acidophilus can increase levels of friendly bacteria in the rectum and vagina Studies have shown that a daily cup of yogurt significantly reduces the risk of candida infection and colonization This therapy is generally well tolerated except among people with specific milk protein allergies Even people who are lactose intolerant oftentimes find that yogurt is tolerable http://www.eliminate-candida-infection.com/candida-nutritional-approaches.php Reducing or avoiding refined sugar Avoiding foods with a high yeast content Eating 8 oz yogurt daily to restore normal flora in the digestive tract especially beneficial with oral or vaginal yeast infections Getting ample sleep Losing weight if necessary Keeping affected areas dry Avoiding tight clothing and pantyhoseIn addition the following nutrients may help reduce the risk and severity of candida infections http://www.eliminate-candida-infection.com/candida-recommendations.php Goldenseal http://www.eliminate-candida-infection.com/candida-safety.php http://www.eliminate-candida-infection.com/candidafeed.php