What fruits are ok for candida, insulin resistance and styes? - #30825

Thank you for trusting and reaching out this platform with your health concerns, what you are facing are due to multiple Dosha involvement like candidia is due to kapha + ama weight gain is due to kapha Red eyes insomnia repeated infection is due to pitta Back pain zero appetite eye stinging is due to vata aggrevation So all Dosha imbalances can be seen with pitta dominant Take pomegranate, ama , papaya apple pear berries Avoid banana grapes sour fruits You can take old rice or hand pound rice in limited quantities Avoid polished rice

Hello Leanne I can understand your concern. But dont worry we are here to help you out😊

Your condition involves a mix of Candida infection, insulin resistance and recurrent styes/eye issues. The insomnia, loss of appetite, and back pain episodes suggest that Agni (digestive fire) is unstable and Ama (toxins) are aggravating

✅ FRUITS SUITABLE FOR YOU

Since both candida and insulin resistance worsen with high sugar and heavy fruits, you should focus on low glycemic, light, and cooling fruits in moderation

☑️Safe Fruits (light, low-sugar, Pitta-soothing): Berries (blueberry, raspberry, strawberry – in small amounts) Pomegranate ( reduces discharge) Green apple (better than sweet red varieties) Guava (moderate, but avoid if causing constipation) Pear (light and cooling, best eaten in daytime) Papaya (ripe, small portions) – supports digestion, but don’t overuse.

❌ Avoid or Minimize: Bananas, grapes, mangoes, dates, figs, pineapple (too sweet, Kapha & Candida worsening). Oranges, citrus in excess (too sour, may aggravate Pitta in eyes).

👉 Rule: Eat fruits separately from meals, ideally mid-morning or evening snack, never with heavy foods.

✅ Rice & Grains

Rice: You can take red rice, brown rice, or basmati rice in moderation (small portion, well cooked).

Avoid sticky, white, heavy rice varieties that increase Kapha.

Pair with mung dal, vegetables, or ghee to balance digestion.

➡️Better grain options: Barley, quinoa, millet (light, reduce Kapha, good for IR).

✅FOR. INSOMNIA 1 Manas mitra vatakam 2 tab at bed time follwed by warm. Milk

✅ADDITIONAL AYURVEDA TIPS

☑️For Candida & Vaginal Discharge

1 Triphala (½ tsp powder at night with warm water) – detox + regulate digestion.

2 Guduchi Capsule 1-0-1– reduce Ama & infections.

➡️ Sitz bath with neem + triphala decoction for local relief.

Add 5 gm of both neem and triphala churna in 3 litrevof water boil and reduce to half, pout in a tub and sit in the tub for 15 mins

✅For Insulin Resistance

Fenugreek seeds (1 tsp soaked overnight) – helps sugar metabolism. Cinnamon tea – balances Kapha & regulates Agni.

✅For Eye Pain

Wash eyes with Triphala water (filtered, cool) once daily. Apply a cool sandalwood paste on forehead Avoid excess screen strain and hot spicy food.

✅GENERAL LIFESTYLE TIPS

Take warm, light, home-cooked meals – soups, khichdi, steamed veggies.

Avoid excess sweets, dairy (yogurt, cheese), fried food, bakery items.

Prefer bitter and astringent tastes: neem, turmeric, karela, green leafy vegetables.

Practice regular yoga & pranayama (Nadi Shodhana, Sheetali for Pitta, Kapalabhati in moderation for Kapha).

Maintain regular sleep-wake cycle; insomnia will improve when Ama reduces.

Wish you a good health😊

Warm Regards Dr Snehal Vidhate

. The symptoms you describe—red, painful eyes, styes, inflammation (candida), and periods of intense appetite loss, insomnia, and back pain—suggest a significant involvement of both Pitta and Vata doshas, with some Kapha qualities also present. The combination of these symptoms can be quite complex to interpret.

​Pitta Imbalance: Red, painful eyes, inflammation (candida), and eye styes are all classic signs of excess Pitta. Pitta is associated with fire and water elements and governs metabolism, digestion, and transformation. When it’s in excess, it can manifest as heat, inflammation, and acidity.

​Kapha Involvement: The candida infection and vaginal discharge are often associated with Kapha due to its qualities of stickiness, wetness, and heaviness. However, the inflammation component of candida also points to Pitta. The fact that you don’t have weight gain, which is a common Kapha symptom in insulin resistance, makes it less likely that Kapha is the primary driver.

​Vata and Pitta Interaction: The periods of severe insomnia, zero appetite, and back pain point towards an imbalance of Vata, the dosha of air and ether that governs movement and the nervous system. When Vata is aggravated, it can cause dryness, anxiety (insomnia), and pain (back pain). The stinging in your eyes and the worsening of the candida infection during these times suggest that Vata is aggravating Pitta, leading to a “Pitta-Vata” state. The back pain can also be a sign of Vata imbalance.

​From an Ayurvedic perspective, the issue might be rooted in a deep-seated Pitta imbalance, which is then being further aggravated by Vata. The Kapha-like symptoms (candida) could be a result of the inflammatory process.

​Regarding the Ama-reducing diet, here is some general clarification: ​Ama: In Ayurveda, Ama is the product of incomplete digestion. It is a sticky, toxic substance that can clog channels and lead to disease. An Ama-reducing diet focuses on light, easy-to-digest foods. ​Rice: Basmati rice, particularly aged basmati rice, is generally considered easy to digest and is often recommended in Ama-reducing diets. It is light and a good vehicle for spices. It is less heavy and sticky than other types of rice. ​Fruits: Fruits are often a point of confusion. In general, sweet, sour, and heavy fruits can increase Kapha and Ama. Fruits that are considered more suitable for an Ama-reducing diet, especially when you have a Pitta imbalance, include: ​Pomegranates: These are astringent and cooling, and can help to reduce both Pitta and Ama.

​Apples: Cooked apples are easier to digest than raw ones. ​Berries: Berries, especially in moderation, can be good.

​Avoid: In general, it’s advised to avoid very sour or very sweet fruits like bananas, oranges, and grapes, especially in excess, as they can be heavy and contribute to Ama.

​Since your situation involves multiple doshas, a generalized diet may not be the most effective. The key is to find balance. You could benefit from a diet that is both Ama-reducing and specifically pacifying for Pitta and Vata. This would involve: ​Pitta-reducing foods: Bitter and astringent foods, cooling spices like coriander, fennel, and mint.

​Vata-reducing foods: Warm, nourishing, and grounding foods, but not heavy. Cooked vegetables, soups, and healthy fats.
​Ama-reducing foods: Light, warm, well-spiced foods. Avoid cold foods, heavy dairy, and processed sugars. ​

For candida: 1) Wash your vagina area twice daily with Neem kwath and pat dry. 2)Take chandraprabha vati 1-0-1 after food with water will reduce vaginal discharge For Eye 1) Take amalaki rasayan 1-0-1 2) Saptamritlauh 1-0-1 Both after food with water 3) Soak cotton swab in Rose water and keep on closed eyes for 5 -10 minutes. 4) Wash your eyes with Triphala Water ( put 1tsp. Triphala in a glass of water at night , morning strain and wash your eyes with this triphala water.) For insulin resistance Fruits should be avoided at night, after sunset. During day can have pappaya, apples, pear, plums, strawberry, Yes Rice is ok , but use Red Rice or par boiled rice, black rice , but alone,no addiction of roti.

Need personal consultation.

Your symptoms reflect a complex interplay of Pitta and Kapha imbalances, layered with Ama (toxins), insulin resistance, and systemic inflammation.

Pitta Features - Red eyes, styes, burning/stinging sensation - Vaginal discharge with irritation - Insomnia, zero appetite during flares - Heat intolerance, inflammation - Candida flares during stress or heat

Kapha Features - Insulin resistance (without weight gain) - Mucosal discharge (candida) - Occasional sluggishness, back pain - Ama accumulation (sticky toxins, coated tongue)

You have a Pitta-Kapha imbalance, with Pitta flaring during stress, heat, or poor sleep, and Kapha contributing to metabolic sluggishness and candida overgrowth.

Safe fruits: Apple (stewed)-Light, Pitta-Kapha balancing Pear-Cooling, easy to digest Papaya-Digestive enzyme support Pomegranate-Astringent, anti-candida Figs (soaked or stewed)-Gentle laxative, anti-Ama

choose white basmati rice in small portions. It’s: - Light and easy to digest - Supports Agni (digestive fire) - Safe in khichdi or kanji form Avoid sticky rice, brown rice (heavier), or large portions that may spike insulin.

choose white basmati rice in small portions. It’s: - Light and easy to digest - Supports Agni (digestive fire) - Safe in khichdi or kanji form Avoid sticky rice, brown rice (heavier), or large portions that may spike insulin.

choose white basmati rice in small portions. It’s: - Light and easy to digest - Supports Agni (digestive fire) - Safe in khichdi or kanji form Avoid sticky rice, brown rice (heavier), or large portions that may spike insulin.

choose white basmati rice in small portions. It’s: - Light and easy to digest - Supports Agni (digestive fire) - Safe in khichdi or kanji form Avoid sticky rice, brown rice (heavier), or large portions that may spike insulin.choose white basmati rice in small portions. It’s: - Light and easy to digest - Supports Agni (digestive fire) - Safe in khichdi or kanji form Avoid sticky rice, brown rice (heavier), or large portions that may spike insulin.

Choose white basmati rice in small portions only. Avoid sticky rice, brown rice or large portions that may spike insulin

Adv: Kindly take proper treatment to manage these issues more effectively.

Warm Regards Dr.Anjali Sehrawat