Candida albicans is one of the many types of fungi that
live and grow inside most human bodies. Normally, Candida
causes no harm; our bodies are equipped with probiotic
(or “friendly”) bacteria and immune cells that keep it under
control. However, some medications, high-sugar diets, allergies,
and other factors can all cause the friendly bacteria to die,
leaving Candida free to grow unchecked in parts or all of the
body.