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**How to Get Rid of Intestinal Parasites: Natural Remedies and Helpful Tips**
If you’re looking for ways to **get rid of intestinal parasites** in a natural, home-based approach, a combination of herbs, foods, and lifestyle changes can support the body’s natural ability to eliminate these unwelcome guests. Here’s a simple guide to the **top remedies and recipes** to help you tackle intestinal parasites.
### **Understanding Intestinal Parasites**
Common types of intestinal parasites include:
– **Roundworms**
– **Hookworms**
– **Tapeworms**
– **Giardia (a protozoan)**
– **Pinworms**
– **Stomach pain**
– **Nausea or vomiting**
– **Diarrhea or constipation**
– **Fatigue or weakness**
– **Itchy bottom (in case of pinworms)**
### **Natural Remedies for Intestinal Parasites**
Garlic has been used for centuries for its powerful **antimicrobial, antiviral, and antifungal** properties, which can help combat a variety of intestinal parasites. Garlic contains **allicin**, a compound known to kill parasites and promote gut health.
**How to Use:**
– **Raw Garlic**: Eat one or two cloves of raw garlic each morning on an empty stomach. You can crush the garlic and mix it with a bit of honey for a more palatable taste.
– **Garlic Tea**: Alternatively, you can brew **garlic tea** by steeping two crushed cloves of garlic in hot water for about 10 minutes. Drink it once or twice a day.
Pumpkin seeds are known for their ability to help expel parasites from the intestines. They contain **cucurbitacin**, a compound that paralyzes parasites and prevents them from adhering to the walls of the intestines.
**How to Use:**
– **Raw or Roasted Pumpkin Seeds**: Consume a handful of **raw or roasted pumpkin seeds** daily. You can eat them as a snack or add them to smoothies or salads for extra health benefits.
– **Pumpkin Seed Paste**: Blend a tablespoon of pumpkin seeds with a little water to make a paste, and consume it daily on an empty stomach for at least a week.
Papaya seeds are considered an **effective natural treatment** for intestinal worms. They contain enzymes like **papain** that help break down parasites and support digestive health.