Revealing Here the 10 Foods That Naturally Kill Parasites

 

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Parasites can live inside your body and rob you of essential nutrients, sapping your energy. Luckily, there are key foods that kill parasites while also boosting your overall health.

Parasites are a class of living organisms that feed off nutrients and energy from their hosts. They can live in organs like your liver, and also dwell in the digestive tract.

Some types of bacteria and parasites are benign when their numbers are controlled and balanced by other good bacteria in our bodies. However, when these parasites start to multiply and cause inflammation and other side effects, they result in what is considered a parasite infection.

The Most Popular Types of Parasite Infections are:

Flukes

These flatworms can be ingested by eating contaminated raw foods like fish, crabs, or crayfish. The most common type of fluke is the liver fluke, which infects your liver and can cause liver, gallbladder, and bile duct disease if left untreated.

Tapeworms

Tapeworms can also be contracted from contaminated raw foods and water, but also from infected pets. They can live in your digestive tract, but also migrate to other areas of your body.

Pinworms

Pinworms are relatively harmless and are common in children. They are easily contracted by coming into contact with their eggs from contaminated sources such as bedding or pets and then touching your mouth.

Giardia

Giardia is a parasite that infects your small intestine and is often contracted by drinking contaminated water, eating contaminated food, and touching or other personal contact with contaminated substances.

Wuchereria

Wuchereria is a parasitic worm that can infect your immune system. While it is most commonly found in third world countries, it is spread by mosquitoes, making it easy to contract in the outdoors.

What Causes Parasites?

If you’ve ever been told not to drink the water in certain countries, it’s because of potential parasite contamination. However, parasite infections aren’t limited to developing countries.

In fact, they are more prevalent in our environment than we may think, especially if we have pets. The reason for this is our animals are in direct contact with dirt and other living areas for parasites, where they can more easily pick up them up and pass them on to us.

Also, parasites and their larvae are often so small our naked eye can’t see them. Therefore, they can easily make their way into our bodies through our foods and touching our faces with our hands. Some parasites can even infect us through mosquitoes or other insects.

While some parasite infections have little to no symptoms, others have a more severe impact. Some common symptoms of parasites are:

• Chronic fatigue
• Digestive issues
• Skin infections
• Fever
• Nausea
• Unexplained weight loss
• Headaches

If you suspect you have a parasite, consult your doctor immediately so they can run a blood test, a fecal exam, or even take x-rays or perform an endoscopy if necessary.

Why You Want to Treat Parasites ASAP

Not only can some parasites cause disease, but they can also cause organ damage, and even suppress certain processes of our immune system in order to survive. In addition, they can rob our bodies of essential nutrients, which can cause a lack of energy and lower our immune system further.

This is why it’s important to talk to your doctor if you’re concerned about a possible infection, along with trying natural remedies and checking out the food list below.

10 Foods that Naturally Kill Parasites in Humans

Several foods can help win the fight against parasites. Even if you don’t have an infection or symptoms, the compounds in these foods can help kill any would-be invaders and even boost your immunity.

1. Garlic

Garlic is widely known for its antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, and studies show that it can help kill parasites, especially specific types called nematodes. One study, in particular, found that crushed garlic was 91.24% effective at killing the infection in naturally infected mice.

For best results, chop up garlic and let it sit for several minutes so it can release its beneficial, microbe-fighting compounds.Then, consume it raw by mixing it into a salsa or salad dressing, or spreading on Paleo-friendly toast.

2. Onions

People have used onions as a traditional remedy for parasites for hundreds of years. Onions contain various sulfur metabolites that help inhibit compounds inside parasites necessary for its survival.

For best results, eat garlic and onions together for a synergistic effect.

3. Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds contain compounds that are particularly effective against tapeworms and nematodes. They help paralyze parasites, which prevents them from holding on to the walls of your digestive tract so they can be passed through your stool.

In one study done on mice, pumpkin seed extract showed to inhibit the growth of other strains of nematode parasites.

Add a dash of pumpkin seeds to your daily salad, or have a handful as a snack.

4. Papaya Seeds

Papaya seeds can help clear intestinal parasites. One study found that combining papaya seeds with honey had a parasite clearing rate of between 71.4% and 100% in Nigerian children infected with intestinal parasites.

Don’t discard the seeds when you eat papaya and be sure to drizzle a little honey on top for good measure.

5. Carrots

While there are no direct studies linking carrot consumption and parasites, there are studies that show that low levels of vitamin A and beta-carotene levels are associated with parasite infections in cattle.

There’s no harm in adding more fresh veggies to your diet, so roast them as a hearty dinner side or toss shredded carrots into your salads to ensure you’re getting plenty of vitamin A and beta-carotene.

6. Coconut

As if you needed another reason to indulge in coconut, it’s also effective at fighting parasites. Specifically, studies show that coconut’s medium-chain-fatty acids are able to kill the intestinal parasite Giardia, which is responsible for causing diarrhea.

Sauté your veggies and meats in coconut oil, add it to your coffee or blend it into your favorite smoothie.

7. Sunflower Seeds

Sunflower seeds are naturally rich in vitamin E, and research finds that vitamin E can help improve immune resistance to nematode infection in livestock. This means that vitamin E-rich foods like sunflower seeds could help fight parasite infections by boosting your immunity.

Enjoy a handful of sunflower seeds as a healthy snack.

8. Fermented Foods

Fermented foods not only help keep your digestion running smoothly due to their high content of probiotics, but they can also help fight parasites.

Studies show the probiotics present in fermented foods help block parasites and microbes from getting certain nutrients they need to survive while also boosting your natural immunity against them.

Eat a daily serving fermented foods like coconut kefir, sauerkraut, kimchi, or non-dairy yogurt.

9. Berries

Berries are rich in a class of antioxidants called polyphenols. Studies show these are able to inhibit the growth and spread of the intestinal parasite Giardia. Researchers believe this effect could also be due to the presence of a compound called ellagitannin found in berries.

Add a cup of strawberries, blueberries, or blackberries to your daily regime.

10. Raw Honey

Honey contains antimicrobial and antibacterial properties that can help fight pathogens. In addition, raw honey provides an abundance of antioxidant compounds that can boost your natural immunity, which can help keep parasites at bay.

For best results, drizzle over papaya seeds, coconut yogurt, and/or pumpkin and sunflower seeds.

Watch this video – Parasite Cleanse Smoothie that Works! Tried, Tested & True

The Bottom Line

Many common foods contain natural compounds that can help fight and kill parasites. Give any of the above foods a try to help keep bad bugs at bay, but be sure to visit your doctor if you suspect you have a parasite infection. They will be able to provide you with additional remedies to take care of it.

Written by Megan Patiry

Author Bio:

Megan is an inquisitive nutrition and wellness writer harboring an editorial love affair with the decadent and the nutritious. She is a dedicated researcher in all areas of ancestral health, a certified specialist in fitness nutrition, personal trainer, and professional almond milk latte addict.

A lot of people have gotten results from the Keto diet, and enjoyed the foods that it has to offer. However, many of the people who are following this diet have a hard time finding the recipes that they need, especially ones that are quick and easy to complete.

Fortunately, Kelsey Ale, noticed this problem, and decided to do something about it. She’s found that making recipes in a slow cooker gives you meals which are not only delicious, but also take very little time to make. Mostly you just put a few simple ingredients in the slow cooker, and let it do the rest.

To find out more, click on – Keto Slow Cooker Cookbook

Revealing Here the 9 Herbs That Naturally Kill Parasites

 

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There are many powerful herbs that are used to treat parasite infections. But before you start experimenting with remedies, read this to learn the best way to naturally kill parasites

Before we dive in, know that it is not advised to take any herbs unless you’ve been working with a professional or, even better, a functional medicine doctor with experience in parasitic infections.

It’s ideal if you have been practicing a holistic lifestyle for some time. That is because the first and most critical step for healing an infection is getting your immune system up and functioning optimally.

From there, one of the very last steps is going to be experimenting with herbs. To help this process, if you suspect you have an infection or are running a routine yearly cleanse, here are some of the best natural food and herbal remedies to naturally kill parasites.

The Best Herbs & Their Benefits

Fresh Garlic

This might come as a surprise, but do not underestimate this common household herb. It is actually among the most effective herbs for ridding the body of any unwanted organisms. Garlic is able to slow and kill over 60 types of fungus and 20 types of bacteria, as well as some of the most potent viruses.

Garlic has a history of killing parasites and controlling secondary fungal infections. It also detoxifies while gently stimulating elimination, and has antioxidant properties to protect against oxidation caused by parasite toxins.

The active components in garlic that kill parasites are allicin and ajoene. These compounds can kill amoebas including one-cell varieties, as well as pinworms and hookworms.

Allicin is not present in garlic in its natural state. When garlic is chopped or otherwise damaged, the enzyme alliinase acts on the chemical alliin, converting it into allicin, the active component contributing to its success for killing parasites.

To get the most out of garlic, be sure to use it crushed or juiced. Start off with 1 clove and work your way up to as many as you can stomach. 

Cucumber Seeds

Cucumber seeds have been used as an all-natural treatment to remove tapeworms within the digestive tract. The powder of cucumber seeds can be used to treat tapeworms but also consumed even if you do not have a parasite, as a preventative measure.

That is because cucumbers are of course are also a vegetable. They are effective due to enzymes within the cucumber and seeds that kill tapeworms. Look for heirloom cucumber seeds, grind into a powder and add 1 tsp. to a smoothie daily during your cleanse.

Papaya

Sugary, tropical fruit is typically not advised when dealing with parasites. However, this particular fruit has a strong ability to destroy many parasitic worms, including most intestinal worms and tapeworm. The most powerful part of the fruit is actually the seed.

The University of Maryland Medical Center advises a mixture of honey and papaya seeds, which has been found to clear stools of parasites. If you are going to consume the fruit for its benefits, it is best to remove the skin and ferment in apple cider vinegar for one day.

You will want to eat eight ounces of the cultured papaya and drink 2 ounces of the brine for 4 days. When it comes to papaya, the most powerful part of the fruit is actually the seed.

Chaudhary MD, a neurologist and practitioner of Ayurveda, suggests this papaya smoothie recipe: Take the seeds from an average-sized papaya and grind them in a coffee grinder. Next, add a tablespoon of organic virgin coconut oil. Then add about a cup of coconut milk and the rest of the papaya; finally, blend until smooth. Drink the smoothie each morning for at least 7 consecutive days. 

Clove

Cloves contains the most powerful germicidal agent in the herbal kingdom, known as eugenol. It also contains caryophyllene, which is a powerful antimicrobial agent. These components travel through the bloodstream, killing microscopic parasites and parasitic larvae and eggs.

Cloves are tremendously effective in killing malaria, tuberculosis, cholera, scabies and other parasites, viruses, bacteria and fungi, including Candida. Cloves also destroy all species of Shigella, Staphylococcus, and Streptococcus. It is best consumed with black walnut hulls and wormwood. 

Raw Pumpkin Seeds

These are able to kill eggs, and they contain a natural fat that is toxic to parasite eggs. Curcurbitin in pumpkin seeds has shown anti-parasitic activity, since it has the ability to paralyze worms so they drop off the intestinal walls.

Chinese scientists used pumpkin seeds to treat acute schistosomiasis and tapeworm infestations. Many parasite formulas contain pumpkin seed, but it doesn’t do much in just a few capsules. You need half a cup at a time to really work. Grind in coffee grinder and add to salads or smoothies. 

Turmeric

This is perhaps one of the most powerful herbs and is helpful for just about everything. It boasts powerful properties. it is an anticancer, anti-inflammatory, wound-healing, worm-expelling, and an overall body purifier.

This is a very safe herb to consume regularly for maintaining health as well as to use medicinally. Pair with coconut oil and black pepper for improved absorption. 

Ginger

A family member to turmeric, ginger has many similar qualities. It also increases circulation and helps all digestive issues. It is particularly good for gas and nausea associated with parasite die-off.

It also improves stomach acid production, which kills parasites and protects us from getting infected in the first place. Fresh ginger is better for eliminating mucus, while ground ginger is better for warming the digestive system. Take both. 

Cayenne

This hot pepper is a powerful anti-fungal. The best cayenne has the ability to destroy fungus, mold & parasites on contact! It increases circulation and health, and also increases effectiveness of other herbs when used in combination with them.

Try sprouted pumpkin seeds seasoned with ginger and cayenne for a delicious snack and a medicine for treating intestinal bugs! The best is African Cayenne. 

Green Hulls of Black Walnut

These have been shown to have powerful effects on killing many varieties of parasites. The dried and ground green hull of the black walnut contains tannin, which is organic iodine, as well as juglandin.

Black walnut has been used for centuries to expel various types of worms, including parasites that cause skin irritations such as ringworm. It oxygenates the blood, which also helps kill parasites. You can find black walnut growing in the wild in abundance.

Black walnut is very effective against tapeworms, pinworms, Candida albicans (yeast infections) and malaria. It is also effective in reducing blood sugar levels, and helping the body rid itself of toxins.

Best of all, you can find these babies growing outside in the wild in abundance. I have a tree in my front yard that gives more than I can use! Your best bet is to take an alcohol tincture of it three times a day.

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Don’t Forget Probiotics

Remember to take probiotics at the end of the day during a parasite herbal protocol because parasite-killing herbs knock out everything, including good bacteria. The best probiotics are food-based, such as sauerkraut, kefir and raw yogurts.

Also, remember to get plenty of rest while on a parasite cleanse. First of all, sleep is incredibly healing and needed for repair and rebuilding. You will also want to drink plenty of clean water. Any activity that promotes rest, relaxation and builds energy is a wise move for boosting the immune system!

Written by Nick Kowalski

Author Bio:

Nick Kowalski is a Transformational Coach, fitness model and unconditional lover. You can find more of his writing on his blog NicksFit. His mission is to inspire the transformation toward love consciousness. Follow him on Instagram for more living in love inspiration and transformational mindset motivation!

A lot of people have gotten results from the Keto diet, and enjoyed the foods that it has to offer. However, many of the people who are following this diet have a hard time finding the recipes that they need, especially ones that are quick and easy to complete.

Fortunately, Kelsey Ale, noticed this problem, and decided to do something about it. She’s found that making recipes in a slow cooker gives you meals which are not only delicious, but also take very little time to make. Mostly you just put a few simple ingredients in the slow cooker, and let it do the rest.

To find out more, click on – Keto Slow Cooker Cookbook

6 Healthy Ways to Boost Dopamine Levels, Mood and Energy

 

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Dopamine is one of those “feel-good” chemical messengers in the brain that makes you feel happy. Here’s how to tell if you have low levels, and how you can increase dopamine levels naturally.

Dopamine influences our cravings, mood, and even learning style, and without enough of it, our bodies and brains will feel it.

Sometimes our diet and lifestyle can play a role in both suppressing how much we have and helping to optimize dopamine levels. Here’s everything you need to know about this essential neurotransmitter.

What Is Dopamine?

The brain relies on neurotransmitters to carry messages and signals. This happens as the neurotransmitters zing around in the spaces between cells and bind with receptors to transmit instructions.

Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that is involved with many neurological and physical aspects, including:

• Sleep
• Mood
• Learning
• Movement
• Memory
• Reward
• Behavior
• Cognition
• Attention

When dopamine levels are abnormal, problems can result, ranging from Parkinson’s disease (when brain cells cannot effectively produce dopamine) to drug addiction and beyond.

Dopamine is most popular for being associated with reward and pleasure, since it gets released during situations that invoke this response. This can include anything like a favorite hobby, exercise, shopping, drugs and sex.

Dopamine isn’t only related with reward and pleasure. It is also heavily involved with memory, cognition, and attention.

There are both healthy and destructive ways to boost dopamine levels. Addictions to things like drugs, alcohol and even sugar is in part a dopamine response that they ignite, prompting the brain to send out signals to repeat that supposedly pleasurable experience.

If the brain begins to rely heavily on these manufactured dopamine hits, it produces less on its own. When a regularly scheduled dopamine release doesn’t happen, the brain can experience feelings of withdrawal from the lack of dopamine infusion.

Dopamine isn’t only related with reward and pleasure, however. It is also heavily involved with memory, cognition, and attention. It can even influence what memories get stored from short-term into long-term memory. Reduced levels of dopamine can contribute to attention deficit problems and poor memory.

This key neurotransmitter is also required for social function, and low levels can result in social anxiety, phobias, and depression, whereas excess levels can be associated with bipolar disorder and mania.

Dopamine helps the body cope with pain, and low levels can be associated with chronic pain, particularly in Parkinson’s disease.

Symptoms of Low Dopamine

If you identify with characteristics of low dopamine, it’s important to seek proper medical support to address your health and to avoid levels that continue to worsen.

While some symptoms that might indicate low dopamine could overlap with others, chances are you could be dealing with suppressed dopamine levels if two or more of the following are true. You…

• Gain weight easily and then struggle to lose it.
• Have low drive, motivation, energy, and tend to feel more apathetic or down.
• Are low on physical energy and often feel too tired or unmotivated to exercise or leave the house.
• Often feel depressed, sad or bored.
• Have poor concentration, focus, and retention.
• Rely heavily on sugar, caffeine, and food to energize you and bring you joy.

Causes of Low Dopamine

While these can be attributed to many other conditions, like low thyroid or adrenal function, oftentimes these conditions can also be associated with suppressed dopamine levels.

Several factors can lead to low dopamine, including:

• Alcohol
• Excessive caffeine
• Sugar
• Stress
• Lack of sleep
• Poor dietary choices
• Nutrient deficiencies
• Side effects of medications, including antidepressants

When you have dopamine levels that are where they should be, you’ll feel happier, energized, and focused. While you can address dopamine problems on your own, it’s best to work with a qualified practitioner to get personalized medical advice.

How to Increase Dopamine

There are several aspects of eating a diet that supports healthy dopamine levels.

1. Eat Dopamine-Boosting Foods

Certain foods function as precursors to dopamine production. Specifically, these include Paleo-friendly items like:

• Almonds
• Avocado
• Banana
• Pumpkin seeds
• Sesame seeds

2. Get Plenty of Tyrosine.

Dopamine is made in the body from an amino acid known as tyrosine. Tyrosine gets converted into dopamine in the body by enzymes, and without enough tyrosine, dopamine levels will suffer.

This amino acid is found in abundance in protein-rich foods, specifically:

• Turkey
• Chicken
• Beef
• Eggs
• Lamb
• Pork
• Seafood
• Pumpkin seeds

Research shows that boosting dietary intake of tyrosine-rich foods can increase and normalize dopamine levels in the brain. When tyrosine sources are low, dopamine levels can plummet and even become depleted.

3. Limit Saturated Fat Intake

Beyond tyrosine, other factors can influence dopamine levels. Research shows that diets high in fat, especially saturated fat, might disrupt dopamine signaling.

This can be especially true when saturated fats are consumed regularly and in higher quantities. This has interesting implications for the keto diet, particularly in people who suffer from symptoms of low dopamine.

While no theory has established why saturated fat seems to disrupt dopamine, the assumption is that saturated fat can increase inflammation in certain people.

Paleo eaters tend to fall into a rhythm where saturated fats are consumed at nearly every meal. While we know that this doesn’t lead to heart disease or cholesterol problems, there are other potential downsides. You’ll want to keep this in mind if you struggle with depression, memory problems, attention disorders, or other dopamine-related symptoms.

If you’ve tried keto or Paleo with little success, or your mood has worsened, it’s possible that you need to reduce saturated fat intake and focus more on omega-3 unsaturated fats.

4. Get Antioxidants from Vegetables and Fruits.

Eating plenty of antioxidants is also essential because dopamine can easily become oxidized. A diet rich in natural antioxidants can prevent dopamine receptors from becoming damaged, and also reduce inflammation.

While it’s easy to justify fruit intake for the antioxidants, when eating a dopamine-friendly diet, remember that sugar hits can falsely boost dopamine. While fruits are healthy, it’s best to eat them in balance with vegetables, where vegetables exceed fruit servings by at least three or four.

5. Support a Healthy Gut.

Another factor that can’t be overlooked when it comes to neurological health is the gut microbiome. The gut contains a high volume of nerve cells that make dopamine, and the gut and brain are intimately linked between branches of the nervous system.

Even specific types of bacteria that live in the gut can influence how many and which neurotransmitters you have, including dopamine.

Gut health can be boosted by eating fermented foods, like kimchi and sauerkraut, that contain live beneficial bacteria.

You can also boost gut health by eating prebiotics, which are foods that feed good bacteria in the gut. These include artichokes, bananas, garlic, and onions. If you struggle to eat these foods because they cause gas, you can take probiotic capsules.

6. Balance Nutrient Deficiencies.

The body relies on several nutrients to produce dopamine. Low levels or deficiencies in these can also cause problems. These vitamins and minerals include:

• Niacin (vitamin B3)
• Vitamin B6
• Folate (vitamin B9)
• Iron
• Magnesium
• Vitamin D3

Your practitioner can run tests to determine if deficiencies or borderline levels in these nutrients warrant supplementation.

Watch this video – How to increase dopamine with supplements and food (MUST WATCH!)

The Bottom Line

Low dopamine levels aren’t something that is commonly tested for, but is something that can have a wide-ranging impact on quality of life. If you do find that your dopamine levels are imbalanced, lifestyle and dietary changes, as well as working with a qualified practitioner, can set you on the path to better health.

Written by Aimee McNew

Author Bio:

Aimee McNew is a Certified Nutritionist who specializes in women’s health, thyroid problems, infertility, and digestive wellness. She ate her way back to health using a Paleo diet, lost 80 pounds, and had a healthy baby after numerous miscarriages. She focuses on simple nutrition practices that promote long-lasting results.

A lot of people have gotten results from the Keto diet, and enjoyed the foods that it has to offer. However, many of the people who are following this diet have a hard time finding the recipes that they need, especially ones that are quick and easy to complete.

Fortunately, Kelsey Ale, noticed this problem, and decided to do something about it. She’s found that making recipes in a slow cooker gives you meals which are not only delicious, but also take very little time to make. Mostly you just put a few simple ingredients in the slow cooker, and let it do the rest.

To find out more, click on – Keto Slow Cooker Cookbook