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== Candida == '''Candida''' (/kænˈdiːdə/) is a genus of yeasts and is the most common cause of f

...term for yeast infections is ''candidiasis'', which comes from the Latin ''candida'', meaning "white", and the Greek ''-iasis'', meaning "condition". ...y in small amounts. The body's immune system usually keeps the growth of ''Candida'' in check, but certain factors can disrupt this balance and lead to an inf

...sis]]''': Also known as oral thrush, it is a condition in which the fungus Candida albicans accumulates on the lining of your mouth. ...lve maintaining good [[oral hygiene]], regular dental check-ups, a healthy diet, and avoiding tobacco and excessive alcohol. Treatment may also include med

...diagnosis, nutrition intervention (e.g., nutrition counseling, therapeutic diet ordering, and nutrition education) and nutrition monitoring and evaluation. ...nts to provide individualized compensatory swallowing strategies, modified diet textures, adapted mealtime environments, enhanced feeding skills, preparato

* [[Candidiasis]] - a yeast infection caused by the fungus Candida albicans; occurs most often in the vagina, but also in the mouth, on moist ...sterol in the blood, which can be the result of an inherited disorder or a diet that is high in fat