Nourish and cleanse: 7 Superfoods for natural deworming power

Apr 3, 2024

By: BI India Bureau

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​Garlic

Garlic contains compounds like allicin, which has antimicrobial properties that may help eliminate parasites from the digestive tract.

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Pumpkin seeds

Pumpkin seeds contain an amino acid called cucurbitacin, which is believed to have anti-parasitic properties. Eating raw pumpkin seeds or pumpkin seed oil may help expel parasites from the body.

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Papaya Seeds

Papaya seeds contain an enzyme called papain, which is thought to have anti-parasitic properties. Eating papaya seeds or drinking papaya seed tea may help kill intestinal parasites.

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Ginger

Ginger has antimicrobial properties and may help promote digestion and improve gut health, potentially making the digestive tract less hospitable to parasites.

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Turmeric

Turmeric contains curcumin, a compound with anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. It may help reduce inflammation in the gut and eliminate parasites.

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Wormwood

Although not a food per se, wormwood is an herb commonly used in traditional medicine for its anti-parasitic properties. It's often consumed as a tea or taken in supplement form.

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Clove

Clove contains compounds like eugenol, which has antimicrobial properties. Clove oil or ground cloves may help kill parasites and improve digestive health.

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