How To Treat Intestinal Worms With Red Onions
When combined with other medicines, the sulfur compounds in onions can be used to efficiently cure intestinal worms and hasten to heal.
You must see a doctor and get a thorough diagnosis in order to start treatment for intestinal worms. Even when certain signs point to an infection, treatment cannot begin until this is certain. Therefore, it's imperative that you seek competent medical care before attempting any therapeutic choice.
Specialists at the Mayo Clinic claim that antiparasitic medications like albendazole and metronidazole can be used to treat intestinal worms. Similarly, in order to reduce the risk of infection, your doctor might advise you to adopt certain alternate hygiene routines. What more can we do, though?
Although we should prioritize medical treatment, we can use some remedies of a natural origin that seem to have positive effects when it comes to fighting this problem. Among the options, we find red onions. They’re known for their nutritional quality and properties.
You must see a doctor and get a thorough diagnosis in order to start treatment for intestinal worms. Even when certain signs point to an infection, treatment cannot begin until this is certain. Therefore, it's imperative that you seek competent medical care before attempting any therapeutic choice.
Specialists at the Mayo Clinic claim that antiparasitic medications like albendazole and metronidazole can be used to treat intestinal worms. Similarly, in order to reduce the risk of infection, your doctor might advise you to adopt certain alternate hygiene routines. What more can we do, though?
Although we should prioritize medical treatment, we can use some remedies of a natural origin that seem to have positive effects when it comes to fighting this problem. Among the options, we find red onions. They’re known for their nutritional quality and properties.
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What are Intestinal Worms?
Intestinal worms are organisms that affect the body of another living being, generated by digestive-level complications. According to the Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition, it’s one of the most common infections in humans in developing countries.
A large number of cases are caused by a parasite that’s commonly called Enterobius vermicularis. It’s also known as pinworm, which is why this is sometimes called a pinworm infection.
Symptoms
The most common symptoms for people with intestinal parasites are constant abdominal pain, itchiness in the perineal area, and a swollen stomach or an excess of gas. However, they can also give you:
After a suitable diagnosis, and receiving the formula for medical treatment, ask your doctor if there’s you can use onion-based remedies to combat intestinal worms. If your doctor agrees, you can use them as a compliment.
Red onion in particular has been used in popular culture as an additional treatment to fight against parasitic infections. In fact, in a recent investigation called Anti-Parasitic Activities of Allium sativum and Allium cepa against Trypanosoma b. brucei and Leishmania tarentolae specialists noted the antiparasitic properties.
How can we take advantage of these properties? There are many homemade remedies that may be useful. However, you should remember that the supporting evidence about their safety and efficiency is limited. For that reason, use them with caution, just as complements to medical treatment.
1. Onion, garlic, and avocado salad
The sulfur compounds and flavonoids in red onion help to remove various harmful agents from the body. Combined with garlic and avocado they make a fantastic remedy to treat intestinal worms.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
2. Onion juice to combat intestinal worms
Red onion juice is a great choice for accelerating intestinal transit because it quickly expels intestinal worms. Therefore, we recommend you consume a considerable amount of this bulb to combat intestinal worms.
Ingredients:
RELATED:How to Naturally Kill Worms and Parasites in Your Body
You can try these all-natural treatments for intestinal worms with onion if your doctor deems them appropriate. You should always proceed cautiously and keep in mind that none of these can substitute for standard medical care.
You'll notice that you start to get well gradually if you heed the recommendations your doctor gives and continue to live a healthy lifestyle. Test it out!
Resources:
Pérez-Molina, J. A., Díaz-Menéndez, M., Pérez-Ayala, A., Ferrere, F., Monje, B., Norman, F., & López-Vélez, R. (2010). Tratamiento de las enfermedades causadas por parásitos. Enfermedades Infecciosas y Microbiologia Clinica. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eimc.2009.11.003
Morhouse, C. H. (1952). Intestinal Worms. British Medical Journal. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.2.4794.1152-a
What are Intestinal Worms?
Intestinal worms are organisms that affect the body of another living being, generated by digestive-level complications. According to the Journal of Health, Population, and Nutrition, it’s one of the most common infections in humans in developing countries.
A large number of cases are caused by a parasite that’s commonly called Enterobius vermicularis. It’s also known as pinworm, which is why this is sometimes called a pinworm infection.
Symptoms
The most common symptoms for people with intestinal parasites are constant abdominal pain, itchiness in the perineal area, and a swollen stomach or an excess of gas. However, they can also give you:
- Regular fatigue for no apparent reason
- Weight loss for no apparent reason
- Periods of diarrhea followed by constipation
- Changes in appetite – extreme or reduced hunger
- White spots in stools
- Very dark stools
5 Ways to Treat Intestinal Worms With Red Onions
After a suitable diagnosis, and receiving the formula for medical treatment, ask your doctor if there’s you can use onion-based remedies to combat intestinal worms. If your doctor agrees, you can use them as a compliment.
Red onion in particular has been used in popular culture as an additional treatment to fight against parasitic infections. In fact, in a recent investigation called Anti-Parasitic Activities of Allium sativum and Allium cepa against Trypanosoma b. brucei and Leishmania tarentolae specialists noted the antiparasitic properties.
How can we take advantage of these properties? There are many homemade remedies that may be useful. However, you should remember that the supporting evidence about their safety and efficiency is limited. For that reason, use them with caution, just as complements to medical treatment.
1. Onion, garlic, and avocado salad
The sulfur compounds and flavonoids in red onion help to remove various harmful agents from the body. Combined with garlic and avocado they make a fantastic remedy to treat intestinal worms.
Ingredients:
- 1 red onion
- 1 avocado
- 3 garlic bulbs
- Nuts (to taste)
- 10 squash or pumpkin seeds
Instructions:
- Wash the onion and chop it finely.
- Open the avocado and chop it as you wish (slices, fingers, etc.).
- Crush the bulbs of garlic.
- Then, toast the pumpkin or squash seeds.
- Finally, mix all the ingredients together and add nuts to taste.
2. Onion juice to combat intestinal worms
Red onion juice is a great choice for accelerating intestinal transit because it quickly expels intestinal worms. Therefore, we recommend you consume a considerable amount of this bulb to combat intestinal worms.
Ingredients:
- 6 red onions
- Water (as necessary)
Instructions:
3. Milk infused with mint and onion
Milk infused with peppermint leaves and red onion is a great additional remedy to treat intestinal worms. Just make sure you continue to follow your medical treatment.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
4. Papaya, rue, and onion juice to combat intestinal worms
The anthelmintic properties of rue are great for treating intestinal worms. Papaya also adds a large number of flavonoids which accelerate the process. Additionally, when adding red onion to the mix, you get a potent remedy for intestinal worms.
Ingredients:
- First, chop the onions.
- Then, put them in a recipient big enough to cover them completely with water.
- Leave them to soak overnight.
- Drink a cup of onion water on an empty stomach.
- Repeat this for one week.
3. Milk infused with mint and onion
Milk infused with peppermint leaves and red onion is a great additional remedy to treat intestinal worms. Just make sure you continue to follow your medical treatment.
Ingredients:
- 4 stems and 10 peppermint leaves
- 1/2 cup of skimmed milk
- 1 tablespoon of honey
- 1 red onion
Instructions:
- Pour the milk and put the peppermint into a pan and bring to a boil.
- Finely chop the onion.
- Then, mix the onion with the mint and milk mixture.
- Lastly, add the honey to the other ingredients.
- Drink warm, one hour before breakfast. Repeat this for 7 days.
4. Papaya, rue, and onion juice to combat intestinal worms
The anthelmintic properties of rue are great for treating intestinal worms. Papaya also adds a large number of flavonoids which accelerate the process. Additionally, when adding red onion to the mix, you get a potent remedy for intestinal worms.
Ingredients:
- 1 red onion
- 1 cup of water (1/2 pint)
- 1/2 tablespoon of papaya seeds
- 1 tablespoon of dry rue leaves
Instructions:
First, finely chop the onion.
Then, cut the papaya in half and extract the seeds.
Put the ingredients in a pan and bring them to a boil.
Lastly, strain the mixture and drink warm, throughout the day.
First, finely chop the onion.
Then, cut the papaya in half and extract the seeds.
Put the ingredients in a pan and bring them to a boil.
Lastly, strain the mixture and drink warm, throughout the day.
5. Ragweed and onion tea
Ragweed has anti-parasitic properties that can be very useful. By combining them with the sulfur compounds and flavonoids of red onion, we get a powerful mixture to eliminate intestinal parasites. That said, you must avoid it if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any problems with your kidneys.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
Finely chop the quarter onion.
Add it to the water and bring it to a boil.
After, add the ragweed to the boiling water.
Leave to rest for 5 minutes.
Strain and drink hot, 3 times a day.
Make use of these cures as complementary medicine.
Ragweed has anti-parasitic properties that can be very useful. By combining them with the sulfur compounds and flavonoids of red onion, we get a powerful mixture to eliminate intestinal parasites. That said, you must avoid it if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have any problems with your kidneys.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups of water (2 pints)
- 1/4 chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons of ragweed
Instructions:
Finely chop the quarter onion.
Add it to the water and bring it to a boil.
After, add the ragweed to the boiling water.
Leave to rest for 5 minutes.
Strain and drink hot, 3 times a day.
Make use of these cures as complementary medicine.
RELATED:How to Naturally Kill Worms and Parasites in Your Body
You can try these all-natural treatments for intestinal worms with onion if your doctor deems them appropriate. You should always proceed cautiously and keep in mind that none of these can substitute for standard medical care.
You'll notice that you start to get well gradually if you heed the recommendations your doctor gives and continue to live a healthy lifestyle. Test it out!
Resources:
Pérez-Molina, J. A., Díaz-Menéndez, M., Pérez-Ayala, A., Ferrere, F., Monje, B., Norman, F., & López-Vélez, R. (2010). Tratamiento de las enfermedades causadas por parásitos. Enfermedades Infecciosas y Microbiologia Clinica. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eimc.2009.11.003
Morhouse, C. H. (1952). Intestinal Worms. British Medical Journal. https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.2.4794.1152-a
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