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No one wants to think that parasites are living inside of their bodies. However, most people do have some parasites, to some degree. It’s not until health problems such as fatigue, poor digestion, diarrhea, and bloating manifest that they’re recognized. In fact, parasites are the main cause of digestive distress and chronic diarrhea.
How Parasites Enter
Parasites can enter through eating uncooked (or unwashed) food and drinking unsafe water, as well as mosquitoes invading your skin and nose. When you travel overseas your chances increase if you’re not careful to avoid unsafe water and unwashed questionable foods. While parasites used to be mostly in third world countries, they’re now a common problem in North America.
How Parasites Affect Your Health
Weight problems – Your inability to lose weight may not be because of lack of will power. If you’re doing all you know to do to shed pounds but still don’t see the scale budge, but instead feel bloated, there may be parasites living in your body. Parasites living inside your body can hinder weight loss. If parasites are left to multiply inside your stomach, intestines, and colon, you can not only puff up and gain weight, but can also become ill.
Besides stealing years from your lifespan, parasites can also be fatal if left untreated.
Lack of energy
Stomach problems
Additional Resources:
For more information, a phone consultation or to setup an appointment, please contact our Patient Care Coordinator, Beverly Brown-Osborn by email or by calling 972-239-6317 x134. |
