Eliminating Parasites Naturally
by Dr. Rita Louise
Anyone who has ever had food poisoning can tell you just how distressing
parasites can be. Ranging in size from single celled organisms to worms
visible to the naked eyes, parasites can include ringworms, roundworms,
tapeworms, microbial growth and their eggs. Parasites are transmitted from
host to host, in foods that are not properly washed, from the consumption of
contaminated meats or water, or by putting anything in your mouth that has
touched the fecal matter (stool) of an infected person or animal.
Parasites thrive in warm, moist environments. They are brutal scavengers
that first invade the intestinal tract, but can quickly migrate to other
parts of the body. Once infected, they multiply rapidly and can live as
long as two years.
Parasites derive their nourishment from their hosts. Some live off the
foods we eat, while others get their nutrition directly from the cells in
our bodies. Parasites secrete wastes that are poisonous to us. This can put
extra pressure and stress on our body as it works to neutralize their toxic
effect.
Parasites can cause a number of physical problems which can range from mild
discomfort to debilitating illnesses and possibly death. Symptoms can
include bloating, loss of appetite, heart pain, abdominal cramping,
headaches, diarrhea, intestinal gas and anal itching, to name a few. Many
of the symptoms experienced are often thought to be associated with other
health concerns and rarely linked to parasitic infections.
It is believed that 90% of the world's population has parasites.
Traditional medical testing only checks for 40-50 of the 1000 different
species of parasites, resulting in only a 20% positive test rate. In
addition, parasites are often tested as part of a stool culture. If
parasites are not passed in the stool, they will not be found or identified.
This leaves parasitic infections under or misdiagnosed.
Recommendations For Wellness
Practice good hygiene. Wash your hands with soap and water before eating or
preparing food, and especially after using the toilet.
When traveling to developing countries, avoid drinking the tap water, or
eating ice, uncooked or undercooked foods, and fruits that cannot be peeled.
Cook your fish, meat and poultry thoroughly. Undercooked meats can contain parasites.
When doing any kind of parasite cleanse, it is imperative to do it
consistently for seven to ten days, and then again one week later. The
first cleanse will kill any active parasites; while the second cleanse will
eliminate any newly hatched eggs or larva.
Dr. Hulda Clark's "Parasite Zapper" is a low-voltage device that is said to
kill parasites, bacteria and viruses.
Black walnut can be used to eliminate parasites, especially worms.
Barberry, Oregon grape and goldenseal have been used to eliminate giardia infections in the body.
Garlic has a history of killing parasites including amoeba, hookworm, roundworm, pinworm and hookworm.
Pumpkin seed, wormwood, sweet Annie, male fern root, tansy leaf, black
walnut and clove are often recommended for the elimination of parasites.
They can be found in herbal preparations such as Nature's Sunshine's Herbal
Pumpkin, Artemisia Combination and Para-Cleanse.
Supplement with a high quality probiotic such as acidophilus and
bifidophilus to rebuild intestinal flora - parasites thrive in an
environment absent of proper intestinal flora.
To support your body of the nutrition the parasites may be robbing you of,
take a high quality vitamin and mineral supplement.
Taking immune boosters such as cat's claw, Echinacea and vitamins A and C
with zinc will boost your immune system and help to prevent further
infection.
© Copyright Body, Mind & SoulHealer 2006. All rights reserved.
Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Rita Louise, Ph.D. is the author of the books Avoiding the Cosmic 2x4 and The Power Within. It is her unique gift as a medical intuitive and clairvoyant that illuminates and enlivens her work. Let Dr. Louise help you bring health healing and wholeness back into your life. Medical Intuition & Energy Medicine Certification training classes are now forming. Visit www.soulhealer.com or call (972) 475-3393 for more information.
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