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Do you need to cleanse your body of parasites? A doctor explains the social media fad
- Parasite cleanses have become a viral wellness trend as social media influencers promote supplements claiming to remove intestinal worms.
- Experts warn that parasite infections require targeted medical testing and FDA-approved treatments, and self-treatment can delay proper diagnosis.
- Many marketed parasite cleanses contain unregulated herbs and proprietary blends without safety testing, which can disrupt healthy gut flora and immune function.
- Wen emphasized that some antiparasitic medications are highly effective and may involve a single dose or short regimens, and advised seeing a healthcare provider for testing.
- Improper self-treatment with cleanses risks harming gut health, wasting money, and allowing untreated parasites to worsen, so prevention and professional care remain essential.
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4 Serious Side Effects of Doing a Parasite Cleanse
Medically reviewed by Patricia Mikula, PharmDjchizhe / Getty Images Parasite cleanses can do more harm to your health than good.Parasite cleanses have become the latest viral wellness trend. These cleanses—usually herbal supplements or restrictive diets—promise to flush out hidden parasites and restore health. However, experts say they're not necessary.Parasite infections are rare in the United States, and many of these cleansing products are no…
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