White tongue, persistent fatigue, sleep disturbances, bloating… what are the symptoms?

Candida is a fungus that naturally occurs in the human body, particularly in the mouth, intestines, skin, and vagina. When it grows excessively, it can lead to an infection called candidiasis. Symptoms vary depending on the affected area, but here’s an overview of the most common:

General symptoms of chronic (systemic) candidiasis
Persistent fatigue, unexplained exhaustion
Brain fog (trouble concentrating, confusion)
Irritability, mood swings, anxiety, or even depression
Sugar or carbohydrate
cravings Sleep disturbances
Recurring headaches
Muscle or joint pain
Skin or mouth symptoms
Itching, redness, or rashes on the skin
Yellowing or brittle nails (nail fungus)
Oral thrush: a whitish coating on the tongue or cheeks
Cracked corners of the mouth
Digestive symptoms
Bloating, gas, indigestion
Chronic diarrhea or constipation
Heartburn, reflux
New or increased food intolerances
In women (vaginal candidiasis)
Vaginal itching or burning
Thick whitish discharge (curdled appearance)
Painful intercourse
Vulvar or vaginal irritation
In men men