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Hey there,
Here’s the thing about parasites: it’s a whole lot easier to not get them than to try kicking them out once they’ve settled in. Prevention is less dramatic, less gross, and honestly way cheaper.
Think of your body like a house. Locking the doors matters more than arguing with squatters after they’ve moved in. Parasites? They love the back doors: under-cooked meat, dirty produce, barefoot walks in questionable soil, even that “adorable” cat that just licked its paw after the litter box.
Your defense system
Stomach acid: Your first bouncer. But stress, meds, and processed diets can lower acid levels, giving hitchhikers an easier ride.
Gut flora: Healthy microbes crowd out the creeps. Antibiotics, sugar, and alcohol thin the crowd and make space for unwanted guests.
Nutrients & herbs: Certain plants and minerals make your gut less of a five-star Airbnb. Think zinc, garlic, pumpkin seeds, oregano, black walnut. Old remedies that still hold.
The supplement angle
You don’t need to be on a “cleanse” 24/7, but having a daily foundation that supports digestion, immunity, and microbial balance helps keep things in check. A probiotic, digestive bitters, or a mineral-rich blend can go a long way toward keeping the locks on.
Bug wisdom:
🪲 Keep your gut inhospitable to freeloaders
🪲 Don’t wait until you’re scratching your head (literally)
🪲 Prevention = protection = peace of mind
Home tip
Wash produce like your grandma used to—salt, vinegar, scrub. Keep pets dewormed on schedule. And if you’re feeling extra crunchy? Toss some pumpkin seeds into your snacks. Parasites hate them, your brain loves them.
Parasites remind us of this: it’s not paranoia if the risk is real. Guard the door, strengthen the foundation, and you’ll rarely need to play eviction officer.
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Until next week,
Gabi & Bea