Natural remedies for treating Intestinal worms

Posted by editor on Wednesday 18 Feb 2009

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There are various types of intestinal worms that tend to infest the human body such as roundworms, hookworms, tapeworms, threadworms, pinworms and giardia. Worms and parasites can infest individuals all across the globe but are more common in tropical and sub-tropical countries, particularly in the rainy season. Children are more prone to developing worms than adults.

Intestinal worms can cause diarrhea, foul breath, dark circles under the eyes, a constant desire for food, headache, anemia and restlessness at night. Roundworms can also cause intestinal inflammation, loss of weight, vomiting, fever, irritability and nervousness. Pinworms and threadworms tend to cause excessive itching in the stomach and giardia cause weakness and pain in the calves and legs.

Natural treatment for Intestinal worms:

Coconut is considered to be one of the most effective natural remedies for treating intestinal worms. Take 1 tsp of freshly ground coconut at breakfast followed by a dose of castor oil after 3 hours.

Garlic has been used for treating intestinal worms since ancient times by individuals of various civilizations. Both raw garlic and garlic oil is beneficial for treating the worms. Alternatively you can also take Garlic or Lasuna dietary supplement capsules to expel intestinal worms.

Tulsi or Holy basil has anti-microbial properties and helps fight parasites and intestinal worms. It is recommended to take Tulsi herbal dietary supplements in the form of capsules on a daily basis to prevent intestinal worm infestation.

Carrot is highly beneficial for the treatment of threadworms. Take 1 cup grated carrot on an empty stomach every morning for best results.

Papain is a digestive enzyme found in the milky juice of unripe papayas. It possesses powerful anthelmintic properties that destroy roundworms. Take 1 tsp of fresh papaya juice and add equal amount of honey to it. Mix with 3-4 tbsp of hot water and have on an empty stomach. Follow with a dose of castor oil after 2 hours in lukewarm milk.