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.

Bitter Melon

Bitter Melon has traditionally been used to treat worms, digestive disorders and skin diseases. Recent studies show it to have HIV inhibiting 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, antiprotozoal, 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, anticoagulant, 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 anthel-mintic. 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.