Information and facts on Worms

 

Worms and parasites have become increasingly the cause of many diseases in recent years. This is especially true of parasites that damage the gastrointestinal  tract. Years of poor eating habits, medication overuse, and increased exposure to these organisms is creating an increase in the number of people suffering symptoms of parasitic problems. Many Americans think worms are something that occur only in other third world countries This may be true for certain individual parasitic diseases like malaria. However, over 85% of all Americans have at least one type of parasite and many people are not even aware they have a problem. There is an amazing number of parasites that can infest  various regions of the human body, even the brain. We will be looking at different  types of parasitic worms (flatworms. tapeworms, flukes, hookworms, pinworms, and roundworms). All of these parasitic worms live by feeding off the cells and tissue of the infected person. Note the nutritional supplements below are effective for a wide range of different parasites.

The range symptoms and health problems that can be traced to intestinal and other parasites can really be amazing. They include indigestion, constipation, gas, bloating, nausea, diarrhea, fatigue, depression, skin rashes, headaches, insomnia, anemia, joint pains, and even just the feeling of being unwell. There have even been  cases in which people with all the symptoms of other disorders among them allergies, asthma, irritable bowel syndrome, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), heart disease, and cancer were found to really be suffering from parasites.

Infestation with any of the various forms of worms most often starts with accidental ingestion of worm  eggs, embryos, or cysts, normally a result of contaminated or improperly prepared food. Hookworms, however, are contracted when worm larvae from contaminated soil penetrate the skin. Whatever the port of entry, the organisms eventually migrate to the intestines and attach themselves to the intestinal wall, where they begin to feed. They may or may not cause such symptoms as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. If the  infestation is bad enough, weight loss and malnutrition may occur. In particularly severe or long standing cases, the worms can grow so big, they can cause blockage of the person's digestive tract.

Pinworms, a comparatively common type of worm infestation that is seen mainly in children, also cause severe anal itching as the female worms migrate to the anus at night to lay their eggs. The egg deposit is itchy and irritating to the delicate tissues in the area. This makes it likely the affected person will scratch, and if some of the eggs end up on the hands, and spread the infection to other people or even re-infect themselves.

Getting an accurate diagnosis of intestinal parasites is made complicated by the fact that the symptoms are so variable and mimic those of other diseases. Many doctors simply do not think of parasites as a cause of health problems unless other possibilities have been exhausted. It does no harm to use the nutrients listed on this webpage to see if they help.

Other Changes To Make

• drink 6-8 glasses of steam distilled or filtered water a day

• eat 50% raw fruits and vegetables (organic is best)

• nuts, seeds, and whole grains are good

• juice is good (make your own with a juice machine)

• do not worry as much about calories as eating the right foods

• carrot and celery sticks are good to use as a snack

• a colon cleansing can be very helpful - (do several times each year)

• do not drink coffee, alcohol, soda pop, other junk food drinks

• do not eat processed foods white sugar, white flour, etc...

• use stress relief like going for walks in the park (or the 10/90 rule - see Stress)

• brown rice is good to eat

• avoid red meat and animal fats

• reduce dairy products cheese, milk, and others

• fast a few days a month

• get at least 8 hours of sleep 

• exercise light to moderate amounts

• avoid artificial sweeteners like Aspartame and NutraSweet

• do not smoke and avoid second hand smoke

• do not skip meals - just eat better and not as much at each meal

• do not chew gum - it can cause you to feel hungry

• do not watch too much TV try reading a book or something else

All information presented on these web pages is not meant to diagnose, prescribe, or to administer to any physical ailments.
In all matters related to your health please contact a qualified, licensed Medical Consultant or Doctor.