How to rid your body of parasites and why it’s important to do so

Intestinal parasitic infections are common almost worldwide. Two types of parasites can live in the human body: worms and protozoa. Worms are multicellular worms. Nematodes (roundworms), tapeworms (tapeworms), and flukes (flatworms) are the most common worms found in the human intestine. Normally, worms do not reproduce in the human body. Protozoan parasites have only one cell and multiply inside the human body.Parasitic infections caused by intestinal helminths and protozoan parasites have become one of the most common infections among people in developing countries. In developed countries, protozoan parasites are more likely to cause gastrointestinal infections than helminths. The World Health Organization (WHO) explains that although the mortality rate from these infections is relatively low, complications are common and many cases require hospitalization.According to Rashidul Haque, head of the Parasitology Laboratory, the most common intestinal protozoan parasites are:

• Intestinal Giardia;
• Entamoeba histolytica;
• Cyclospora cayeta;
• Cryptosporidium

The diseases caused by these intestinal protozoal parasites are called giardiasis, amebiasis, cyclosporiasis, and cryptosporidiosis, and their symptoms are diarrhea.How to find out if there are parasites in the body? Watch for these symptoms:

• nausea;
• Loss of appetite;
• diarrhea;
• stomach ache;
• lose weight;
• Generally weak.

In addition, tapeworms can cause:

• Subcutaneous lump;
• allergic reactions;
• high temperature;
• Nervous system problems, such as seizures.

In many cases, the parasite is asymptomatic in the body. It may take weeks or months for signs of their presence to appear. However, you should consult your doctor if you have symptoms. Parasites can cause damage throughout the body, from the brain to the liver.Parasites can cause inflammation, weakened immunity, and activation of autoimmune diseases. Because parasites interfere with the absorption of nutrients, they interfere with a child's normal growth and development. Worms can cause anemia, intestinal obstruction, and may affect other organs.

Ways to fight parasites

Dr. Minesh Khatri writes that some types of parasites leave the body on their own and do not require treatment. In other cases, doctors will prescribe over-the-counter medications to quickly address the cause of the problem. Infections caused by parasites are more difficult to treat.How to remove parasites from the body using folk remedies? Anastasia Fadeeva, author of a book about parasites, writes that the easiest way is to drink 10 glasses of salt water within an hour. Salt water is not absorbed into the intestinal wall like regular water, but instead absorbs liquid. In this way, harmful sediments are removed, and at the same time parasites are removed, since the salt water has a laxative effect.This cleansing is contraindicated in gastric ulcers, dysentery, diarrhea, acute colitis and intestinal cancer. To cleanse the colon, it is recommended to perform an enema with boiled water with apple cider vinegar and lemon juice (citric acid). You will need to use 2-3 liters of water.What should you eat to rid your body of parasites? According to nutritionist Katie Wong, parasites are susceptible to:

• Barberry;
• pumpkin or papaya seeds;
• garlic

Combining a high-fiber diet with a colon cleansing supplement can effectively cleanse the colon. These supplements include plantain, beet, and flaxseed. However, these products should not be considered drugs. It is best not to use them to treat children.Treat children according to the doctor's recommendations; at home, it is important to take care of their diet. There is evidence that a diet rich in vitamin A and the minerals selenium and zinc can improve the body's natural defenses against parasites. It's also important to drink more kefir and yogurt that contain probiotics, avoid raw meat and fish, and eat more carrots, sweet potatoes, and zucchini (which contain beta-carotene).Parasites can cause harm to both adults and children. They disrupt metabolism, interfere with nutrient absorption, and cause infections. Some types of parasites can leave the body on their own, but if you notice symptoms, talk to your doctor and don't try folk remedies.attention! This material is for informational purposes only. The treatments described in this article should not be used without first consulting a physician.