For so many of us who try to limit, or even eliminate, animal protein from our diets, soy has become a staple. What's not to like? A high-protein, plant-based food that has become as ubiquitous in the frozen food aisle as the regular chicken nuggets. Parents often give these alternatives to their children thinking they are giving them a healthy alternative to meat or chicken. Many babies and children are also raised on soy-based formula and "milk."
Like many of you, I had made soy a regular part of my own diet. Several years ago, however, I started struggling with candida. I tried the western medical treatments (over-the-counter topical, prescription oral, prescription topical) and natural remedies (supplements, probiotics, homemade topical treatments). Nothing seemed to work long-term, and, each time the problem recurred, it got worse! I couldn't seem to shake it. Doctors told me that some people just have this problem. I was NOT willing to be one of those people!
