Uninvited guests can really make a mess of the place! Whether its the squirrels hanging off your bird feeder, the trash pandas tearing through your garbage cans, or your in-laws' dog that you didn't expect to be joining you for the holidays (maybe even your in-laws). Regardless of the type of uninvited guests you are entertaining, there may be a few lurking about that you aren't aware of.......namely, parasites! This is where almost everyone says 'ewww!'. A parasite is an organism that lives on or in a host and gets its food from or at the expense of its host. It is fairly common for people and animals to have parasites as they are often in our food or water, in our garden soil, and even in sloppy wet kisses from our favorite pet. Our bodies are pretty good at living in balance with all kinds of creatures (bacteria, viruses, yeasts, worms, etc.). The real problem begins when those critters increase in numbers to the point that the body has difficulty eliminating them and functioning normally and healthfully. How do you know if you are hosting some internal uninvited guests? Here are a few signs and symptoms: • Abdominal pain • Diarrhea • Visually seeing them in the stool • Nausea or vomiting • Gas or bloating • Itching around the rectum • Fatigue • Increased appetite • Unexplained weight loss • Sugar cravings • Wild and vivid dreaming Thankfully, there are a number of things you can do to help minimize the chances of parasites getting the upper hand. It begins with minimizing your exposure to them in the first place: • Wear gloves when working in the dirt • Clean off pets' paws when they come inside • Soak produce in water mixed with vinegar (especially organic produce that has not been irradiated) • Cook food to proper temperature • Limit sushi intake • Filter drinking water Next, help your body fight them off naturally: • Limit acid blockers and PPIs - acid is your first line of defense against ingested pathogens • Keep your gut healthy - a healthy environment limits the overgrowth of uninvited guests Provide your body with the support it needs: • Eat garlic • Use a product like Biocidin to reduce/remove biofilms where parasites like to hide • Have everyone in the household do a periodic parasite protocol such as our Weed and Feed program. • Increase stomach acid with a supplement such as Zypan (if you suspect H. Pylori, you need to deal with that infection before increasing stomach acid) Zypan is a must if you are travelling internationally or eating questionable foods like sushi. We are always happy to help assess your situation. Testing for parasites can be done with a lab test, such as the G.I. Map. We also use muscle testing to help determine if the body needs support in dealing with any uninvited guests. Set up your New Client appointment today!
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