Parasites are organisms that live and develop at the expense of other organisms. Living in humans, they consume nutrients and vitamins intended for their hosts.
Waste products are excreted poisons and toxins. A person infected with parasites will systematically lose the nutrients necessary for the normal functioning of the body. In addition, they will experience an additional burden, through the processing of waste products emitted by unwanted cohabitants.
More than 100 types of parasites can live in the human body. They can be of different shapes and sizes, from microscopic single-celled ones to worms several meters long. According to the WHO, parasites and the consequences of their life in the human body cause about 80 percent of all human diseases. According to some reports, as much as 95% of the population of our country are carriers of various forms of unpleasant coexistence, so it can be safely said that every person encounters parasites whether they like it or not.
Ways and means of infection with parasites
You can get infected with worms in different ways:
- One of them is through food. Maggot larvae can be found in meat, raw smoked ham, sausages or fish. They can be found on the surface of unwashed vegetables or fruits, as well as greens.
- Another source of danger is pets. A large number of parasites can live in the body of beloved pets. Their eggs enter the environment through feces, and animals carry them around the house on their fur or paws.
- Another way of contagion in the household is through objects that are passed from hand to hand, for example, money.
It is almost impossible to find out about the presence of a foreigner in your body without additional examinations with the help of intuition. After all, a parasite will try to hide its existence in any way it can in order to survive. What are the signs of their presence in the human body? This list is long and varied.
- Bowel problems such as diarrhea, constipation, bloating and gas.
- Skin problems, including rashes, rashes and allergies.
- Muscle and joint pain.
- Anemia.
- Nervousness, migraines, sleep disturbance.
- Grinding teeth.
- Constant fatigue.
Parasites can even cause such seemingly unrelated diseases as bronchial asthma, eczema, psoriasis, diabetes mellitus and epilepsy. Even an unborn baby can get parasites from its mother.
Ways to treat helminths at home
Knowing all this, one can understand the global scale of parasite infestation. In addition, the problem is of an intimate nature, so many feel ashamed or uncomfortable when they go to the doctor. Therefore, the only question is: "How to deal with parasites at home? ". You can use traditional methods or trust traditional medicine.
Medical methods
Modern medicine offers many remedies to expel worms. The indisputable advantage of such drugs is their one-time use. But you should never take them alone. Each of them has a list of contraindications and side effects. Only a doctor can predict the effect of a drug on the body.
But treatment of helminthiasis with drugs is not always possible. Therefore, these drugs are strictly contraindicated for pregnant women. In such cases, traditional medicine comes to the rescue.
Proven and safe folk methods
- It's no secret that garlic is one of the best remedies against worms. The pharaohs of ancient Egypt knew about it thousands of years ago, healers in ancient India, such as navigators like Columbus and Magellan, and even Hippocrates used garlic to expel parasites.
- Another well-known remedy is pumpkin seeds. Cucurbitin - a rare amino acid contained in them, provides an anthelmintic effect. But they must be raw with an inner green-gray shell. For an adult, it is enough to crush 300 grams and add some water and honey. The mixture should be eaten on an empty stomach, and after an hour make an enema.
- Different plants and their decoctions effectively help to get rid of worms. These are wormwood, St. John's wort, tansy, dandelion, thyme and others. Decoctions and infusions are usually used on an empty stomach 30 minutes before meals.
The folk remedies described above are only a small part of the methods used at home to remove parasites. It is also worth noting that worms are afraid of red vegetables and fruits, such as carrots and pomegranates, cloves, cinnamon, walnuts. Nature around us has created hundreds of ways of natural healing.
Life saving prevention
Speaking of parasites, one cannot fail to mention the importance of preventing the problem. First of all, it is important to observe hygiene. Regular washing of hands, vegetables, fruits was and will be effective in the fight against parasites in the home.
Proper care is also necessary for pets. Thorough cleaning of the tray and regular prevention of helminthiasis in animals will protect you and your family from an unpleasant problem.
Use of dietary supplements
Dietary supplements also play an important role. Such drugs contribute to overall health, improve digestion and increase the tone of the entire organism, destroy parasites and their quick removal. Various food supplements are suitable for both treatment and prevention, they consist entirely of plant extracts, are safe for health and have almost no contraindications for use.
Faced with the problem of helminthiasis, there is no need to despair and be ashamed. By consuming the right products, following the rules of hygiene, taking food supplements or, if necessary, medication, you will surely deal with the problem and protect yourself in the future.