A human intestinal parasite is an
organism that lives on or in humans from which it obtains nutrients to live
and causes harm in the process. Its name comes from the Greek word para
that means beside, and sitos, which means food. Contrary to popular
belief, parasitic infestation is not unusual in the U.S. population.
It is a very common occurrence even among those who have never left the
country to be infested with intestinal worms and other parasites. There can
be over 100 different types of human intestinal parasites living in human
bodies. Some are microscopic in size while others can be seen quite easily.
These common organisms can be found everywhere in our environment, in the
air we breath, in the water we drink, or in the food we eat.
Parasites can cause
constipation, stomach bloating, disease health problems. Other symptoms of
human intestinal parasites include anemia, asthma, diarrhea, digestive
disorders, fatigue, low immune system, nervousness, skin rash. Parasites are responsible for many health problems because they
secrete toxins and steal the vital nutrients from our bodies. They can
irritate or exaggerate other health problems you may be experiencing.
We create the perfect living
environment for human intestinal parasites when the bowel becomes
ineffective in the elimination of our waste products.