Herbal Cures for Pinworms

Pinworms are small intestinal parasites that reside in the upper part of your colon. These contagious worms are often found in young children, but it is not uncommon to find them in adults as well, particularly if their children are infected. It is important to get rid of pinworms once you are aware they are present because if left untreated they can lead to a variety of other medical concerns.

Symptoms of Pinworms

• In cases where there is only a minor infection of pinworms, there may be no symptoms present of the parasite. Eventually however, the infestation will worsen and the pinworms will make themselves known.

  The most common symptom of a pinworm infection is intense itching around the rectal area. This itching is usually more intense in the evening, which is why in children the infection can go undetected for some time. When the child is sleeping, they are often unaware they are itching the anus, as are the parents.

  When the condition intensifies, it can often lead to symptoms of bed wetting, irritability, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting and in severe cases appendicitis.

Herbal Cures for Pinworms

• Before you begin any type of natural treatment for pinworms, you should first be tested for the parasite to make sure that you or your child is a carrier. Symptoms of pinworms are similar to other health conditions and making a correct diagnosis is essential for proper treatment.

  Once you have been properly diagnosed with pinworms, there are a number of natural, herbal treatments that can be used successfully to get rid of pinworms completely.

  Black walnut is very powerful for removing many types of intestinal parasites. A strong tincture of black walnut consumed daily will help remove pinworms in no time.

  Garlic, consumed fresh and used in suppository form, will also help to kill intestinal parasites and remove them from the body.

  High-quality raw cloves can be used to make a tea or consumed in capsules for a herbal parasite cure. Do not try using the cloves you may have in your kitchen pantry for cooking, as these are lacking the nutrients needed to remove the parasite.

  Grapefruit seed extract is also beneficial in acting as an anti-parasitic. Adding just a few drops of this extract is good for removing parasites. It does not have the best flavor, but this can easily be remedies by adding a teaspoon or two of honey to the water. Consume at least 2 to 4 cups of this mixture a day and the pinworms will be gone in no time.