A complete parasite cleanse requires several distinct steps in order for it to be fully effective in purging the body of parasites.

1. 1) Take Away The Food:
   The first and most important step of doing a parasite cleanse is to clear away the plaque or mucous build up in your intestinal tract, that the parasites are using for nourishment. Many of these intestinal organisms become embedded into the colon. If this happened, herbal supplements and medications may not be able to reach them until the overlying waste material is removed.

   There are several methods that you can use to remove waste from the colon. Taking an oxygen colon cleanser is one of the best methods, but there are also many herbs that can help, including psyllium husks, agar-agar, comfrey root, alginate, beet root, bentonite clay, citrus pectin, papaya extract and flaxseed oil. These are all common herbal methods for cleansing the colon of toxins and waste.

2. 2) Kill The Parasites:
   The next phase of a parasite cleanse is actually killing the parasites and parasitic eggs that are present in the body. There are several different herbal remedies and foods that have anti-parasitic properties. Taking an herbal supplement designed to kill harmful organisms is another great way to remove parasites. Fresh pineapple and papaya are two good food sources for killing parasitic worms. Pomegranate juice is effective against tapeworm infections.

   
   

   Other effective de-wormers include pumpkin seeds, garlic, onions, carrot tops, radish roots, kelp, cabbage, almonds, blackberries, sauerkraut, and fig extract. There are also several ready-made herbal preparations that can be used to cleanse parasites from the system. If you do choose to use a prepared parasite cleanse, be sure that you use a high-quality preparation and follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully.

3. 3) Rebuild The Body:
   In the previous two steps, you have taken measures of prevention, as well as finished your parasite cleanse. If all went well, you should’ve cleaned the waste and toxins from your digestive system. In the process, it is possible that you have also removed some of the healthy bacteria that inhabit your colon.

   These healthy bacteria help to detoxify the body. It is important to eat foods high in probiotics or take a probiotic supplement to help recolonize your intestinal tract with enzymes, fatty acids, minerals and vitamins to rebuild your biosystem. Bacterial strains that are most frequently used for recolonizing the intestines include Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus bulgaris, Lactobacillus bifidus, and Streptococus faeceum. Many people actually need a combination of each of these bacteria in order to get their systems working effectively. Whichever product you choose to use, be sure to read the instruction label carefully.

What Are Parasites?

A parasite is an organism that lives off, and causes harm to, the body of its host. Some experts estimate that as many as 85% of Americans are infected with at least one form of parasite. Some authorities feel that this figure should be even higher. Parasites can enter the body from a number of sources: the food we eat, the water we drink or bathe in, the soil we walk on, or even the air we breathe.

Once inside the body, parasites leech essential nutrients and emit dangerous toxins that can wreak havoc on organs such as the intestines, the heart, the lungs, and the brain. It is because of these types of harmful organisms, that a good parasite flush and colon cleanse should be performed at least twice a year.

How Do Parasites Affect The Body & Colon?

Parasites can live in the body for months or even years without causing any noticeable symptoms. But once their numbers reach a great enough level, it is likely that they will begin to make their presence known. Common symptoms of parasites include diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, headaches, itchy rashes, teeth grinding, blurred vision, joint pain, weight loss, appetite changes, fatigue, sleep disorders and severe migraines.

Parasites may also be responsible for symptoms such as menstrual disorders, angina, rapid heart beat, jaundice, memory problems, and impairment in cognitive thinking, slow reflexes, and even seizures.

Important Information About The Colon

The large intestines, commonly referred to as the colon, are the key to the good health of the body. The colon is the site where nutrients are absorbed from the foods that we eat. And they are also the location where waste material is sorted and removed to keep it from poisoning the body. Therefore a properly functioning colon is very important to overall good health and long life. Many of us take measures to protect the health of other organs in their body. We exercise to keep our hearts healthy, and we use sunscreen to protect our skin.

Yet, many of us do nothing to maintain the health of our colon. Many experts agree that the challenges of the digestive system can be the most damaging to the human body. According to the Royal Society of Medicine in the United Kingdom, over sixty five percent of illnesses occur as the result of an improperly functioning colon.

Parasites are a leading cause of dysfunction in the colon. Organisms such as parasitic worms or amoebas can attach to the lining of the colon and leech nutrients away from the body. They can also emit toxins that further disrupt the functioning of the colon. A regular parasite cleanse can remove these harmful organisms, as well as any fecal matter or debris that is built up in this area.

by Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN, DABFM

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