There are countless kinds of parasites that exist and many of them are so common, that you may even be unaware that some of the problems you’re experiencing could be because of parasites.
Some people argue this, but others even consider candida to be a parasite. Either way, a large number of people around the world are dealing with adverse health effects as a result of parasites in their system.
But are you one of the many who are dealing with parasites?
Top 10 Signs You May Have A Parasite:
- Unexplained constipation, diarrhea, gas, or IBS symptoms
- You’ve had traveler’s diarrhea while traveling internationally
- You have a history of food poisoning and are still dealing with digestive issues
- You have difficulty falling asleep and you wake up often during the night
- You grind your teeth while sleeping
- You have skin irritations, rashes, hives, eczema or rosacea for unexplained reasons
- You have aching muscles and joints
- You never seem to feel full after your meals
- You have iron-deficiency anemia
- You are dealing with fatigue, depression, exhaustion or apathy
- If you have recognized yourself reading these symptoms, don’t hit the panic button just yet! Mother Nature has got your back!
There are some magical herbs and foods out there that you can eat to help get rid of your parasites.
7 Herbs And Foods That Can Kill Internal Parasites Naturally
This information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment and is for information only. Always seek the advice of your physician or another qualified health provider with any questions about your medical condition and/or current medication. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking advice or treatment because of something you have read here.
If you are looking to prevent parasites, you can include the herbs below as part of your regular diet or even complete a parasite cleanse 2-3 times a year. You can find a parasite cleanse kit in health food stores and the process will last a few weeks; these kits contain many of the herbs listed below in the therapeutic quantities.
If you suspect a severe parasite infection, visit a Naturopath who can connect you with a parasitology lab to get accurate testing done. They will then be able to recommend the most appropriate dosage for the herbs below, along with others as required.
1. Garlic
Garlic has superpowers. It has shown to effectively fight against viruses, fungi, bacteria, parasites, and cancer. It is also powerful against blood-sucking parasites like mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas. Basically, if you are dealing with any bad stuff, eat some garlic. Just stay away from kissing afterward, okay?
How to use it? You can use garlic in so many ways. Add it to your cooked dishes and if you are brave, you can even put it in your green juice.
2. Black Walnut Nuts & Hull
The nuts and green hulls of black walnut (Juglans nigra) possess the powerful ability to cleanse your blood and your intestines. Black walnut hull is effective in helping with fungal infections. The juice from the green hulls is the part that is used to kill parasites. Make sure to only use green hulls.
How to use it? You can buy black walnut nuts and hull as a tincture and use it internally as directed. It is often found as an ingredient in internal cleansing products.
3. Wormwood
Wormwood (Artemisia absinthium) is an herb with small yellow-green flowers. Leaves and flowers are both powerful for your stomach problems and wormwood is the perfect remedy for intestinal worms (note that wormwood should be avoided by nursing women). Wormwood also possesses strong antimicrobial properties and can be useful for other infections besides parasites.
How to use it? Besides being found in many internal cleansing products, you can make tea out of wormwood. Just add 0.5 – 1 tsp to hot water and you have a cleansing tea ready.
4. Cloves
Clove essential oil dissolves the eggs found in your intestines left behind by worms. It may be the only herb that destroys almost all parasite eggs. It is incredibly powerful when used in conjunction with black walnut and wormwood because the trio breaks the parasite’s life cycle. Clove is antibacterial, antiviral, antimicrobial and antifungal, hence how incredibly powerful it can be.
How to use it? Cloves flavor many dishes and baked goods from relishes, pies, pickles, Indian dishes, teas, and cider.
5. Thyme
Thyme is one of the most wonderful herbs for stimulating the thymus, a major gland of your immune system. Thyme stimulates your body’s natural defenses. Thyme oil cannot only eliminate the growth of many parasites, but it can also kill them in the intestinal tract.
How to use it? You can use thyme in practically any dish you’d like along with marjoram, rosemary, oregano, and other spices. You may also just use it dry or fresh.
6. Oregano Oil
Oregano oil is incredibly powerful and one of the most effective herbs you can use against all kinds of problems, including parasites. It is infused with extremely high levels of free radical-crushing antioxidants. Oregano oil is also antiparasitic, antiviral, antibacterial and antifungal, making it a powerful yet protective killer that can reset the microbial environment in your intestines.
How to use it? You can use oregano oil as a tincture, tea, or as an essential oil. Make sure you get good quality food-grade oils from a reliable source. It is also an ingredient in many cleaning products.
7. Chinese Goldthread
Goldthread (Coptis chinensis) is an important herb in traditional Chinese medicine used for helping with all types of infections, including bacterial, parasitic, yeast and protozoan. Its superpower ingredient, berberine, is responsible for the broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties.
How to use it? You can make tea out of Chinese goldthread. Look for teas with it as an ingredient. You may want to visit your Asian supermarket.
There really are so many superherbs and superfoods that are there to help protect you from parasites invading your body.
