This is when a parasite lives in your intestines and eats your food.
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A parasite is an organism that feeds off another organism. Unlike friendly bacteria, parasites are harmful to your health. They challenge your immune system, eat the food you consume and damage your gut.
There are lots of different parasites, including both protozoa and worms. It’s true that dirty water is a common source of parasites, but they can also be found in undercooked meat or on contaminated food.
Symptoms of parasitic infection can show up in the digestive system, leading to constipation, diarrhoea, gas and bloating. They can also cause symptoms outside the gut, such as skin issues, fatigue and aching muscles.
Parasitic infections can occur for a few reasons:
This typically happens when people travel to developing countries. People avoid tap water, but forget that ice cubes can also carry parasites.
Parasites have been found on fruits and vegetables. They’ve also been found in raw meat, and can survive if the meat isn’t cooked thoroughly.
If a person has a parasite, it’s easy to pass them along. If they don’t wash their hands after using the loo, for example, they can transfer microscopic eggs onto anything they touch.
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If you have a parasitic infection, you’ll likely need help from an expert to get rid of it. Here’s where to start:
This can identify whether you’re carrying parasites, and what kind they are.
Certain foods can help fight back against parasites. These include garlic, onion, pumpkin seeds and herbs such as oregano and thyme.
An imbalanced gut microbiome is more susceptible to parasitic infection. Support your microbial diversity by eating probiotic foods daily.
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