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Top 14 Foods To Kill Intestinal Parasites Naturally

Intestinal parasites infect the gastrointestinal tract. They can live anywhere in the body, but prefer the intestinal walls. They are ingested through undercooked meat, contaminated water or hands and skin absorption. Poor sanitation and hygiene are the main causes of intestinal parasites.

The two main types of intestinal parasites are parasitic worms (helminths) such as tapeworms, pinworms, roundworms and protozoa. They later multiply in human body and cause serious infections.
Children and people having weak immune system are prone to such types of infections.

Parasites can live within the intestines for years without causing any symptoms. However, symptoms of this problem include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea or vomiting, dysentery, rash or itching around the rectum, stomach pain or tenderness, tiredness, weight loss and passing of worm in stool.

There are some home remedies that kill intestinal parasites. Let's have a look at the herbs and foods to treat intestinal parasites.

Garlic

Garlic

Garlic is a powerful herb for medicinal benefits. It is especially useful for flushing out parasites from the body. You can have garlic in the form of a pickle or make its dish. Have it on daily basis. This is one of the best remedies for intestinal parasites.

Onion

Onion

It contains sulfur compounds that are anti-parasitic. Onion juice is very effective for intestinal worms, especially tapeworm and threadworms. Drink two tablespoon of onion juice twice a day for two weeks. This will kill parasites. This is one of the best foods to treat intestinal parasites.

Extra virgin coconut oil

Extra virgin coconut oil

One of the remedies for intestinal parasites is extra virgin coconut oil. Coconuts are a food packed with nutritional benefits and natural saturated fats. These fats in extra virgin coconut oil flush out internal parasites. It detoxifies your system and prevents the development of other infections. You can mix the oil into smoothies or other beverages. It can be used in many different recipes.

Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin Seeds

Research has shown that pumpkin seeds have a natural anti-parasitic effect on the digestive system. They can cure intestinal parasites. It helps your body to flush them out. These parasites are paralysed by the compounds in the seeds. This is one of the best remedies for intestinal parasites.

Papaya seeds

Papaya seeds

Papaya seeds are very effective to treat intestinal parasites. The seeds have a slightly peppery flavour. They can be eaten raw or you can sprinkle them over salads and other dishes. This is one of the best treatments for intestinal parasites.

Pineapple

Pineapple

This fruit contains the digestive enzyme bromelain that helps to clear parasitic infections such as tapeworms. Have pineapple juice or eat the raw fruit on a daily basis. This will flush out all parasites from the intestines.

Almonds

Almonds

Almonds can be used for intestinal parasites treatment. A research has proven that almonds have anti-parasitic effect that gives relief from intestinal irritation. They also stop intestinal parasite growth. This effect is due to the high concentration of fatty acids in almonds. Have almonds daily early in the morning.

Wormwood

Wormwood

Wormwood is a decorative plant. Apart from its ability to aid digestion, gallbladder problems and loss of appetite, wormwood fights roundworms, pinworms and other worm-type parasites. You can make a tea of it. However, it is recommended to take it in essential oil form. This is among the best intestinal parasites treatments.

Aloe

Aloe

This herb has many health benefits. It can also be used to help flush out parasites by its purgative effects. It can be found in many different forms, the most popular being juice, gel, powders and tablets. You can have it in any form but its juice is more effective.

Epazote

Epazote

This herb prevents flatulence and eliminates parasites such as tapeworms and hookworms. You can make a tea of these leaves and drink it. Don't use the seeds as they contain toxic essential oil.

Male Fern

Male Fern

This is a very powerful toxic plant. However, if used in the right quantities, it can be one of the most effective parasite treatments. You must consult a physician before using male fern for parasites such as tapeworms, because it can be be deadly if misused. Use it only under medical supervision or else it can be life-threatening.

Pomegranate

Pomegranate

The bark of the pomegranate tree is often used for diarrhoea and dysentery. It flushes out intestinal parasites with its astringent qualities. You should consult a medical expert before taking this. Pomegranate juice can be used for its anti-parasitic effect.

Oregano Oil

Oregano Oil

This oil is very effective for parasitic cure. Put a few drops of it in a glass of water and take the mixture up to three times in a day. You can also combine oil of oregano with lemon juice to add vitamins to the mixture.

Black Walnut

Black Walnut

The laxative effect of the herb flushes out the parasites from the body, while other compounds in the herb are believed to kill the parasites. You should avoid black walnut heartwood. Black walnut must be avoided by pregnant women and sick people. You should used it under the care of a health professional.

Story first published: Wednesday, January 21, 2015, 18:52 [IST]
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