Candidiasis — an overgrowth of the fungus Candida albicans — affects millions of people in the form of vaginal, oral, or intestinal yeast infections. Ginger has powerful antifungal properties validated by research.
Ginger vs. Candida: The Evidence
A study published in the Journal of Dental Sciences (2021) shows that 6-gingerol and 6-shogaol inhibit the growth of Candida albicans at concentrations comparable to fluconazole — the reference antifungal drug. The mechanism: disruption of the fungal cell membrane and inhibition of biofilm formation.
A second study (Mycoses, 2020) shows that ginger extract is effective against 5 Candida species, including strains resistant to conventional drugs.
Triple Anti-Candidiasis Strategy
- Direct antifungal: gingerol disrupts Candida's cell membrane
- Anti-biofilm: prevents Candida from forming resistant colonies on mucous membranes
- Immunomodulatory: strengthens the Th1 immune response, which specializes in antifungal defense
Sugar and Candidiasis: The Crucial Link
Candida feeds on sugar. Anti-candidiasis diets systematically eliminate added sugars. This is why INTI (1.19 g sugar/100 ml, zero added sugar) is perfectly compatible with an anti-Candida protocol — unlike ginger shots containing cane sugar (up to 34 g/100 ml) which literally feed the fungus.
Synergy of Ginger + Turmeric-Black Pepper Against Candida
The turmeric in INTI amplifies the antifungal effect. Curcumin:
- Inhibits Candida's transition from the yeast form (harmless) to the filamentous form (pathogenic)
- Disrupts quorum sensing — communication between fungi
- Reduces mucosal inflammation caused by the infection
In vitro studies (2022) show that the combination of ginger + curcumin is 4 times more effective than either alone against Candida biofilms.
Anti-Candidiasis Protocol with INTI
- Attack phase (4 weeks): 3 INTI shots/day (morning on an empty stomach, noon, evening) + low-sugar diet
- Maintenance: 1-2 INTI shots/day to prevent recurrence
- Oral candidiasis: gargle with diluted INTI (local antifungal effect)
Conclusion
Ginger is a validated natural antifungal against Candida albicans. INTI Drink — with organic ginger from Belgium, turmeric, and zero added sugar — is the only shot compatible with a strict anti-candidiasis diet.