Coconut and the Candida Diet
Coconut is a powerhouse ingredient with many uses on the Candida diet. On this page, I’ll cover coconut oil, flour, vinegar, and aminos—plus, don’t miss our famous coconut bread recipe!
Coconut Flour & Bread
Coconut flour is a great low-carb, high-fiber alternative to regular baking flour. It’s drier than standard flours, so consider mixing it with almond or buckwheat flour for better texture. Our coconut bread is a satisfying, low-carb option you can enjoy freely throughout your Candida cleanse. It’s high in fiber, helps manage hunger, and supports digestive health.
Ingredients
- ½ cup coconut flour
- ½ cup buckwheat flour
- ½ cup coconut milk use a good brand
- 4 large eggs use free range eggs
- 2 tblsp coconut oil
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp cinnamon powder avoid cassia, use real cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- xylitol to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Combine the eggs, coconut oil, xylitol, and salt.4 large eggs, 2 tblsp coconut oil, xylitol to taste, 1/2 tsp sea salt
- Then add the coconut milk, coconut flour, buckwheat flour, cinnamon powder, and baking powder, and then whisk well until there are no lumps.1/2 cup coconut flour, 1/2 cup buckwheat flour, 1/2 cup coconut milk, 1 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder
- Grease a pan with coconut oil first then pour into a loaf pan and bake at 180C (350F) for about 25-30 minutes. When baked, the top of your coconut bread loaf should be firm with a honey-coloured golden colour.
- Remove from the oven and allow it to cool on a wired rack. These loaves freeze well, I often make several and freeze for when I can't be bothered baking.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is one of the best natural antifungals you can include in your routine. It contains caprylic, capric, and lauric acids—fatty acids shown to fight Candida. While caprylic acid capsules are available, whole-food sources like coconut oil are ideal.
Start with 1–2 tablespoons daily and increase as tolerated. If you take too much, your body will let you know—watch for cramps or diarrhoea. Beyond its antifungal power, coconut oil supports skin, hair, immunity, and healthy cholesterol.
It’s also a smart calorie boost if you’re losing weight during the cleanse—1 tablespoon packs around 120 good-quality calories. Bonus: coconut oil is a heat-stable oil perfect for high-temp cooking!
Coconut Aminos & Coconut Vinegar
Need a soy sauce alternative or a Candida-safe salad dressing? Coconut aminos offer a tasty, low-sugar substitute for soy sauce, while coconut vinegar adds tang to dressings and marinades. Both are rich in nutrients and cleanse-friendly.
Want help planning Candida-safe meals with coconut and other healing foods? Explore the Candida Cleanse Program—a complete, easy-to-follow guide to beating Candida and restoring gut health.
Eric Bakker N.D.
Greetings! I am a naturopathic physician from New Zealand. Although I’ve retired from clinical practice since 2019, I remain passionate about helping people improve their lives. You’ll find I’m active online with a focus on natural health and wellbeing education through my Facebook page and YouTube channel, including this website.
