Want to create an interactive transcript for this episode?
Podcast: Naturally Recovering Autism with Karen Thomas
Episode: What Is It Candida and How Does It Affect Children With Autism? [Podcast Episode #189]
Description: Children on the autism spectrum almost always have an overgrowth of candida in their gut. In fact, scientists estimate that 70% of all people have an overgrowth of candida. In our intestinal system we have what are known as “good” bacteria. They work hard to keep our gut lining and our immune system in good health to fight off infection and disease. Candida, also known as yeast or fungi, is some of the normal bacteria we all carry in our gut. The problem arises when Candida’s numbers grow too high and get out of control. When the bad bacteria grow t...