Parasites: Equal Opportunity Invaders

The word parasite brings to mind certain pictures that may be disturbing and the look on the faces of many when told they have a parasite is not pretty. The fact is that 85% of the population in America has a parasite. These invaders live in weak and deadened tissue. Unless you do something to clear them from the body, they are happy to stay and make what is weak, weaker. You might find symptoms that start off one way that will then change or worsen. 

It’s a good idea to cleanse the body with the change of seasons. Parasitic cleansing shouldn’t be overlooked as the cause of unwanted symptoms. Some think their symptoms are just how their body functions. We have come to be identified by our symptoms. We think everyone has them and they are just part of life (check out many commercials). But, we are not our symptoms. Symptoms are the body's way of telling us that something is wrong. Acknowledge them and then seek cleansing or nourishing to eliminate the symptoms so the body can go back to self-healing. 

The word parasite comes from the Greek meaning, one who eats off the table of another. This is what a parasite does, they eat the food we eat and take the nutritional value with them. We can still be hungry minutes after we have eaten a full meal. 

What are ways people can become infected by parasites? 

• insect bites • animal feces 

• walking barefoot 

• handling raw meat and fish 

• eating pork or shellfish 

• handling soiled litter pans (cats) 

• eating contaminated raw fruits and vegetables 

• eating meals prepared by infected food handlers 

• drinking contaminated water 

• having contact with infected persons (including sexual contact, kissing, and shaking hands) 

• inhaling contaminated dust (parasitic eggs or cysts) 

Looking at this list it is easy to see how so many people can become infected and why cleansing is essential to a healthy way of life. 

Symptoms: 

Inability to gain or lose weight 

Grinding teeth and drooling while sleeping 

Forgetfulness, depression 

Chronic Candida or yeast infections 

Chronic fatigue and viral infections 

Heart pain and numb hands 

Migraines or frequent headaches 

Chronic sinus or ear infections 

Arthritic pains 

Floaters in the eyes 

Urinary Tract Infections 

Back, thigh, shoulder or navel pains 

Prostate problems/sexual dysfunction 

Itchy ears and nose 

Anal itching, especially at night 

Burning in stomach 

Water retention 

Digestive problems, gas 

Bed wetting 

Liver/Gall bladder problems 

Diarrhea Cysts and fibroids 

Hemorrhoids, constipation 

Irritable bowel syndrome 

Itching, skin problems 

Trouble sleeping

-This is not all inclusive, but these are some common symptoms. A parasite goes into weak areas in your body Symptoms can effect any area, organ or gland.  

What can we do to help prevent parasitic infections? 

• Wash hands before eating and after using the restroom 

• Wear gloves when gardening or working with soil or sand because soil can be contaminated with eggs or cysts of parasites 

• Pregnant women should avoid handling cat litter. 

• Do not allow children to be licked or kissed by pets that are not wormed regularly. 

• Wash fresh vegetables carefully. 

• Avoid eating pork, shellfish (bottom feeders) 

• Wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and boots when walking in the woods. 

 Eating a well-balanced diet with lots of fiber, vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, and seeds is essential. Fiber helps eliminate worms from the intestines; good nutrition improves immune function and protects the body against parasitic invasion.

 It is important to limit dairy foods, sugar, and bad fat. Parasites thrive on these foods. Taking supplements that improve the immune system and improve nutrition can help to keep parasites away. 

Parasites are easily shared with others. They can be passed through intimate contact or bodily fluids. If you suspect you have a parasite imbalance you should seek help. There are thousands of different kinds of parasites and the symptoms are often diagnosed as many other issues and diseases! The medical community can test for a small amount of parasites and doing a fecal test does not guarantee they can be found in every specimen, so they often go undetected. Many have gone through numerous tests and have issues they have been suffering with for many, many years, still not getting to the root cause. 

There are a few choices for cleansing parasites that I use for my clients. Know that treating a parasite with herbal supplements takes an average of 90 days due to cycling. You need to be patient as you work on the colony of invaders as well as their eggs. Keep away from sugars which parasites love and have a good bowel cleaning regimen to rid your body of this imbalance. If you think you have a parasite imbalance, contact me for more information on supplement choices.

 Diane

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