I’ve told a few people about my health condition and the changes I’ve been making in my lifestyle. The thing that my Japanese friends always say is that they can’t give up rice. I understand the feeling.

I was raised on rice. Our family used the rice cooker almost every day. The only times we didn’t have rice was when we had spaghetti or S.O.S. (creamed ground beef over mashed potatoes). All other times, we had rice. If we had pork chops and applesauce, there was rice. If we had meatloaf, there was rice. Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday because I get stuffing and rice with gravy over it.

If you’ve found this site, you’re probably suffering from symptoms related to Candida, a disease caused by a yeast overgrowth. You may have yeast infections, digestive problems, anxiety, irritability, feel tired all of the time, depression, PMS, allergies, sugar and simple carb cravings, or any number of other symptoms. Because of the wide range of things that don’t feel right with you, your doctor may think that it’s “all in your head,” especially when you notice the symptoms getting worse under stressful situations or in situations where your body’s reactions seem completely irrational.

I have been there. In fact, I’m working toward healing, and I feel much better after years of suffering. I changed some things about my life, I’m following a strict Candida diet, and I’m taking herbs to manage the yeast in my body. I hope that my experiences can help you since I had trouble figuring out what was wrong with me. I don’t want to be held back by my health any longer, and I want to start a new life full of positive experiences and rich relationships. I don’t want my embarrassment about the things my body does to keep me from moving forward. If my experiences can help you feel better, too, please let me know.