A parasite is an organism that lives off another organism.  Parasites living within the human body will feed off our cells, energy and the food we eat.  Studies have shown that between 85-95% of the North American population has at least one form of parasite, proving that no one is immune from parasite infestation.  The problem, although widespread, often goes unrecognised.  Most often your GP will overlook the possibility of parasite infestation when making a diagnosis, especially as parasites can mimic other disorders.  They can affect tissue anywhere in the body and because they travel in the blood to any organ, the problems they cause are most often not recognised as parasite related.  For example roundworm in the stomach may give the appearance of a peptic ulcer.

It is not only the parasite itself that causes damage to the body but the wastes they excrete which poison the body, over working the detox mechanisms, depleting nutritional reserves and weakening the immune system, resulting over time in disease development.

Common sources of parasite infection include: contaminated soil, fruits or vegetables, raw/ rare meat, pets, mosquito bites, contact with feces (through care for others etc), polluted water (can ocassionally include tap water), contact with another who has parasites.  Contributing to the parasite epidemic is the widespread use of immune suppressing drugs. 

A dirty, impacted colon with a poor balance of bacteria will provide a perfect host for parasites.  Factors that create this environment within the body include: repeated use of antibiotics, consumption of refined carbohydrates, steroids, birth control pills, Chlorinated water, stress, Mercury from dental fillings, poor digestion & elimination and radiation therapy.

Tests are only avaliable for 40-50 types of parasite when over 1000 kinds of parasite are known.  Stool analysis is the conventional method for parasite detection but is far from definitive, especially, for example, if the parasites are in your heart or lungs as then they will not show in your stool!

Undetected parasites can contribute to:

  • Overgrowth of Candida Albicans
  • Chronic fatigue syndrome
  • Digestive complaints
  • IBS
  • Irritability/ nervousness
  • Persistent skin problems
  • Disturbed sleep
  • Anemia
  • Muscle cramps
  • Joint pain
  • Teeth grinding
  • Sugar craving/ appetite disturbance
  • Allergies
  • Rectal itching
  • Brain fog

One way to help clear parasites from the system is to use an Ejuva cleanse (intestinal cleansing and rejuvenation kit).  This will help clear away the accumulated layers of mucous from your intestines where parasites often make their home.  These kits are avaliable from our shop.