Take coconut compounds

Caprylic acid, a naturally occurring fatty acid in coconuts, can be an effective antifungal compound in fighting intestinal candida. Dean recommends the liquid form, especially in a blend with psyllium seeds and bentonite clay, widely available at natural products stores. “The combination creates a broom that sweeps itself through the intestines, brushing out the yeast,” Dean says. Mix 1 tablespoon bentonite clay with 1 tablespoon liquid caprylic acid in 2 ounces of water. Quickly add 1 tablespoon of psyllium seeds, shake two to three times and swallow immediately (before the psyllium begins to gel). Then, follow with 8-10 ounces of water. You can also eat coconut or drink coconut water to help fight overgrowth.

Drink pau d'arco

Gittleman recommends taheebo (Tabebuia impetiginosa), a South American rainforest herb, commonly known as pau d'arco, proven to have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects. Pau d'arco's antifungal properties prevent yeast from turning into invasive fungi. Drink two to three brewed cups daily, or take pau d'arco in capsule or extract form, following the instructions on the supplement.

Get glutamine

Intestinal cells use the amino acid L-glutamine, found naturally in cabbage, as a fuel source to help them repair and remain healthy. “People with a lot of yeast will get inflammation that makes their intestinal cells less healthy,” says Anderson. “The cells then don't absorb nutrients well, which eventually makes people feel bad.” To heal the gastrointestinal tract, eat ½-¾ cups of raw cabbage (such as in coleslaw) or stir-fried cabbage, or drink ¼-½ cup of freshly squeezed cabbage juice once or twice a day for four to six weeks. If cabbage makes you queasy, mix 3,000-4,000 mg of L-glutamine powder into water and down once or twice a day.

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