Detoxification 2 - Parasites Flashcards
Q: What internal conditions make an individual more susceptible to parasites?
A: Low immunity, poor nutrition, intestinal toxicity, low extracellular pH, impaired detoxification, and reduced enzyme function (low hydrochloric acid).
Q: Who are more likely to be affected by parasites, and why?
A: Children and seniors, due to their weaker immune systems.
Q: What are the three main categories of parasites?
A: Protozoa (single-celled organisms), Nematodes (roundworms and other worms), and Platyhelminthes (flukes and tapeworms).
Q: What are protozoa and how do they affect the body?
A: Protozoa are microscopic, single-celled organisms that affect the body at a cellular level, causing circulatory, endocrine, and gastrointestinal problems.
Q: What are some symptoms of Giardia lamblia infection and common herbal treatments (Protozoa)?
A: Symptoms include diarrhea, bloating, gas, nausea, and cramping. Herbal treatments include garlic, Chinese wormwood, golden seal, and berberis vulgaris.
Q: Name a nematode commonly known as a pinworm, its symptoms, and treatment.
A: Enterobias vermicularis (pinworm) causes anal itching, teeth grinding, and hyperactivity. Treatments include garlic, wormwood, and pumpkin seeds.
Q: What is a liver fluke, its source, and symptoms?
A: Clonorchis sinensis (liver fluke) is contracted from undercooked fish and causes liver inflammation, jaundice, and fever.
Q: What are the primary symptoms of a pork tapeworm infection, and how long can it live in the host?
A: Symptoms include appetite loss, nausea, and weight loss. It can live in the host for up to 25 years.
Q: What are general preventive measures against parasites?
A: Use of raw garlic, thyme, turmeric, grapefruit seed extract, probiotics, colon hydrotherapy, and bentonite clay.
Q: What are vermicides and vermifuges used for in parasite removal?
A: Vermicides weaken or destroy parasites, while vermifuges flush out dead parasites through techniques like enemas and colon hydrotherapy.
What are protozoa?
Microscopic, single-celled organisms affecting the body at a cellular level, causing circulatory, endocrine, and gastrointestinal issues.
How do protozoa survive between hosts?
Many form cysts to withstand harsh conditions and move from host to host.
Name the five main sub-groups of protozoa.
Amoebas, ciliates, flagellates, microsporidia (blood parasites), and coccidia (tissue parasites).
What are common symptoms of Giardia lamblia infection?
Diarrhea, bloating, gas, nausea, cramping, and flu-like symptoms.
Which herbal treatments are used for Giardia lamblia?
Garlic, Chinese wormwood, golden seal, Berberis vulgaris, and quassia.
What are the sources of Cryptosporidium muris?
Contaminated water, animals, and fecal-oral transmission.
Which herbs are effective against Cryptosporidium muris (Protozoa)?
Golden seal and barberry.
Describe the symptoms associated with Blastocystis hominis.
Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, gas, fatigue, pruritus, headaches, weight loss, and IBS.
Which herbs can be used to treat Blastocystis hominis? (Protozoa)
Gentian, golden seal, and Berberis vulgaris.
What are nematodes?
Worms, such as pinworms, threadworms, and roundworms, that can inhabit various environments and cause health issues.
How are nematodes commonly transmitted?
Through contaminated food, water, soil, or direct human contact.
What symptoms are associated with Enterobias vermicularis (pinworm)?
Anal itching, teeth grinding, visual disturbances, and hyperactivity.
Which herbal treatments are effective for Enterobias vermicularis (nematode - aka human pinworm)?
Garlic, wormwood, gentian, pumpkin seeds, pomegranate, quassia, and cloves.
What conditions increase the risk of Strongyloides stercoralis infection?
Low immunity and steroid use.
What symptoms are linked with Ascaris lumbricoides (roundworm)?
Constipation, intestinal discomfort, diarrhea, malnutrition, insomnia, weight loss, wheezing, allergies, teeth grinding, and anemia.
What are Platyhelminthes, and why are they difficult to eradicate?
They are flat, leaf-shaped worms that attach to their hosts using suckers and resist immune system attacks.
What is the source of Clonorchis sinensis (liver fluke)?
Undercooked fish or snails.
Describe symptoms associated with Clonorchis sinensis.
Liver inflammation, fever, chills, jaundice, and liver damage.
What are the herbal treatments for Schistosoma (blood fluke)?
Chinese wormwood.
How is Fasciolopsis buski (intestinal fluke) contracted?
By consuming unpeeled water plants such as water chestnut, bamboo shoots, and lotus root.
How do cestodes (tapeworms) absorb nutrients?
They absorb nutrients through their skin.
What are common symptoms of Taenia solium (pork tapeworm) infection?
Appetite loss, nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, weakness, weight loss, and potential neurological issues.
How long can Taenia saginata (beef tapeworm) live in the host?
Up to 25 years, with usually only one worm present at a time.
What is the herbal treatment for Diphyllobothrium latum (fish tapeworm)?
Garlic, black walnut, pomegranate, and pumpkin seeds.
What are some general preventative measures to avoid parasites?
Herbs like raw garlic, thyme, and turmeric, grapefruit seed extract, raw apple cider vinegar, pomegranate seeds, liquid chlorophyll, probiotics, and colon hydrotherapy.
How does raw garlic help prevent parasitic infections?
Raw garlic has natural anti-parasitic properties that help weaken and eliminate parasites.
Why is bitter gourd (Momordica charantia) useful for parasite prevention?
Bitter gourd has natural properties that create an internal environment less favorable for parasites.
What are vermicides, and how do they help in parasite removal?
Vermicides are herbs or natural substances that weaken or destroy parasites.
How do vermifuges assist in the removal of parasites?
Vermifuges are techniques like enemas, colon hydrotherapy, and bowel cleanses that help flush out dead parasites from the body.
Why are strong laxatives recommended during anti-parasite programs?
Strong laxatives, such as senna, aloes, or cascara sagrada, help to clear out the digestive system and ensure the removal of dead parasites.
How can colon hydrotherapy support parasite removal?
Colon hydrotherapy flushes out the colon, helping to eliminate parasites, toxins, and waste from the body.
