Healing from the Inside Out

My Eczema Journey, the Candida-Free Diet, and the Meals Getting Me Through It

If you’ve ever struggled with eczema, you know just how deeply it can affect not only your skin — but your energy, confidence, and even your mental health.

For years, I searched for answers. Creams, diets, new habits... some helped a little, but nothing ever truly healed the root. Until now.

Recently, I embarked on a candida-free diet after learning about the connection between candida overgrowth, gut health, and eczema flare-ups. And I won’t sugarcoat it — it's been HARD. Restricting so many foods feels overwhelming at times. The cravings are real. The simplicity of old habits tugs at me.

But the struggle is SO worth it.

I’m already seeing massive improvements in my eczema — less redness, less itching, and faster healing. And even better? My energy levels have skyrocketed. I feel lighter. Clearer. Stronger.

If you're thinking about starting a candida-free journey too, maybe you, like me, feel overwhelmed by the thought of what you can and cannot eat.

That’s why today, I’m sharing my go-to meals that are simple, nourishing, and keep me feeling good without making life harder. Here’s exactly what’s on repeat in my kitchen:

🍳 Breakfasts I Rely On

Main meal:

• Organic chicken sausage (no antibiotics, no hormones, no added sugars)

• Sautéed asparagus in olive oil

• Oatmeal boiled with sea salt and cinnamon (no sugar added)

Lenten Friday variation:

• Swap the sausage for wild-caught salmon

Notes:

• I buy organic oatmeal and avoid instant packets to keep ingredients clean.

• Asparagus helps support liver detox — a huge bonus for healing skin!

🥗 Lunches I Rotate Through

Main meal:

• Pulled chicken with a clean organic no-sugar-added BBQ sauce

• Brown rice & quinoa spaghetti noodles

Variations:

• Swap the noodles for organic rice cakes with homemade hummus

• Add in sautéed veggies (zucchini, peppers, spinach, or whatever is fresh!)

Notes:

• I batch cook pulled chicken in the crockpot with just sea salt, pepper, and garlic powder — then season it as needed.

• Homemade hummus is a lifesaver for snacking too!

🍽️ Dinners that Make It Feel Possible

Main go-to meals:

• Spaghetti squash with homemade red meat sauce (grass-fed beef + crushed tomatoes, garlic, and herbs)

• Taco bowls (ground beef or turkey with lettuce, guacamole, sautéed peppers, and a sprinkle of approved spices)

• Simple protein plates:

  • Local steak, grilled chicken, or wild-caught fish

  • Air-fried or sautéed veggies

  • Homemade home fries (from sweet potatoes or Japanese white sweet potatoes)

Sides I mix and match:

• Baked sweet potatoes

• Quinoa

• Brown rice

• Brown rice & quinoa pasta

Notes:

• I use avocado oil for cooking and seasoning.

• I pre-cook a batch of quinoa early in the week for quick dinners!

✨ Final Thoughts

This journey isn’t about perfection. It’s about healing. It’s about stewarding the body God gave me — not giving up when it gets hard.

Yes, the Candida-Free Diet feels restrictive sometimes. Yes, there are days I dream of a giant slice of sourdough bread or a chocolate chip cookie!

But every time I see my skin healing, or wake up energized (without needing three cups of coffee just to survive the morning), I’m reminded: The struggle is worth it.

If you're feeling overwhelmed, you're not alone. Take it one day, one meal, one good choice at a time. Healing is happening — even when you can't always see it yet.