GASTROINTESTINAL CLEANSER
Intestinal Cleansing
History & Tradition
Parasite infections are an extremely common and persistent ailment in
many countries. Over the years, pharmaceutical companies have attempted
to eradicate parasites. What has resulted however, are stronger, more
resilient strains that have developed defenses against these synthetic
drugs.
The synthetic drugs that are commonly used to treat parasite infections are not only losing their effectiveness, but cause numerous unpleasant, often damaging side effects to the host. There are natural remedies, however, that have been used successfully for centuries, and are still strong agents against parasites today, producing little to no ill effects.
Natural anti-parasitic agents include bael fruit, chinaberry, bitter melon, basil leaves, longpepper, hydrastis root, and magnesium malate. Together, these form a powerful deterrent to parasites.
Bael Fruit
Bael fruit, or bilva, is an herb native to India. Repeated studies have
shown that it fights amebic parasites, increases digestive activity, and
enhances appetite. This herb has also been used to relieve chronic diarrhea
and dysentery.
Basil Leaves
Basil leaves have a wide range of healing properties. In fact, basil has
been revered for numerous ailments, ranging from mild to severe. It is
thought to quickly rejuvenate the body and has been successfully used
as an anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anthelminitic, and anti-parasitic
agent. Research also shows it to have anti-inflammatory, anti-pyretic,
demulcent, diaphoretic, expectorant, and cardiotonic properties.
Chinaberry
Chinaberry, or Neem, is also native to India. A substantial body of research
confirms the ancient Ayurvedic belief that it acts as a powerful pesticide,
insecticide, and fungicide. Chinaberry has antibacterial, anti-viral,
anti-protozoal, anti-matodal, anthelmintic, and anti-malarial activity.
This herb has traditionally been used to fight parasites, bacteria, and
viruses. It has also been used as an dentrifrice, anti-coagulant, and
blood purifier and as a treatment for jaundice, ulcers, eczema, boils
and other skin disorders.
Berberis Aristata
This popular plant has been used by cultures around the world for many
purposes. Primarily, it acts as a powerful antibacterial and anti-parasitic
agent.
Longpepper
This powerful herb has shown excellent anti-parasitic activity in clinical
and laboratory research as well as in practical use. It stimulates the
liver, spleen, and lymphatic system and helps to cleanse the blood. It
aids circulation, digestion and immunity. In fact, it is noted for its
ability to increase secretory IgA, an essential component for strong immunity,
and has been used as a regenerative agent in Ayurvedic medicine. In addition,
longpepper has been widely used as an expectorant.
Embelia Ribes
Embelia Ribes is used as a stomachic astringent and anthelmintic. The
active compound in Embelia is Emeblin, which is a bitter substance which
is traditionally used in ayurvedic preparations.
Magnesium
Magnesium malate acts as a mild laxative and offers nutritional support
for the gastrointestinal system. It is readily absorbed into the muscles
and bloodstream.
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The synthetic drugs that are commonly used to treat parasite infections are not only losing their effectiveness, but cause numerous unpleasant, often damaging side effects to the host. There are natural remedies, however, that have been used successfully for centuries, & are still strong agents against parasites today, producing little to no ill effects.