In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the balance between body, mind, and nature is fundamental. When this balance is disrupted, symptoms can appear that we often don’t associate with a specific cause. One of these common, but invisible, imbalances is an excess of intestinal parasites.

Yes, although it sounds like something that only happens in tropical countries, intestinal parasites are more prevalent than we imagine, even in people who eat a healthy diet. And most importantly, they can be affecting your vital energy without you realizing it.

What are parasites according to TCM?

In TCM terms, parasites are considered a form of Xie Qi (evil energy) that resides primarily in the large intestine and affects the digestive system, spleen, and liver. They feed on our nutrients and generate what in Chinese medicine we call Dampness and Toxins, creating an internal fog that weakens our immune system (Wei Qi) and alters the mind (Shen).

How do you know if you have excess parasites?

Here are some signs that TCM associates with a possible parasitic infestation:

Chronic fatigue without apparent cause (Qi is not flowing properly)
Constant hunger or cravings for sweets in the afternoon/evening
Abdominal bloating, gas, or slow digestion
Anal or skin itching (especially at night)
Bruxism or teeth grinding during sleep
Insomnia, restless dreams, or a feeling of restlessness at night
Irritability or anxiety without clear explanation (the Liver is affected)
Frequent weakened immunity (colds, herpes, candida)
TCM links many of these symptoms to a disharmony between the Spleen and Liver, key organs in digestion and the distribution of Qi. When parasites settle in, they generate Qi stagnation and excessive Dampness production, creating a vicious cycle that is difficult to break without treatment.

What does Chinese Medicine propose?

The first key is to cleanse and tone at the same time. Instead of attacking with aggressive substances, we seek to:

Eliminate pathogens: with plants that have antiparasitic action (such as garlic, thyme, pumpkin seeds, turmeric, and papaya).

Tonify the Spleen and Stomach: with formulas that strengthen digestion and expel Dampness.
Regulate the Liver and calm the Shen: especially if there is anxiety, insomnia, or irritability.
And what can you do?

Avoid refined sugar, dairy, and processed foods, as they feed parasites.
Eat a warm, light, and digestive diet: soups, bitter infusions, and cooked vegetables.
Do a seasonal cleanse at least twice a year (ideally in spring and fall).
Rely on natural supplements with antiparasitic and balancing action, such as our ParasiStop Complex, Liver Detox, Moringa Complex, or Baobab Complex that helps cleanse and tone the body without harming it.
Listen to your body

If you feel like something isn’t right, if you experience repeated symptoms or a feeling of “internal poisoning,” it may be time to consider deworming. You don’t need to have extreme symptoms: sometimes, just cleansing is enough to regain mental clarity, energy, and that precious balance that Chinese Medicine always seeks.

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