How Parasites affect your gut health

Parasites cause digestive issues, inflammation, impaired digestion and nutrient absorption.

Parasites are tiny organisms that can infect your digestive system and cause a range of problems. These microscopic creatures can disrupt your gut health by altering the composition of the gut microbiota, causing inflammation, impairing digestion, nutrient absorption and more.

When parasites infect the digestive system, they can cause symptoms such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, bloating, cramping, weight loss, nausea, brain fog and joint pain to name just a few. These symptoms can make it difficult to go about your daily life and leave you feeling drained and uncomfortable.

Parasites alter the composition of your gut microbiota. Your gut microbiota is a complex ecosystem of bacteria that plays a crucial role in maintaining good gut health. Symptoms begin to appear when parasites disrupt this delicate balance,

Parasites cause inflammation in the gut as well as in other areas of your body. Parasites can trigger an immune response in the gut, leading to inflammation and damage to the lining of the intestine. This can reduce the intestine's ability to absorb nutrients and increase its permeability, which can lead to a range of health problems.

Parasites also impair digestion and nutrient absorption, which can lead to malnutrition and other health issues. When parasites interfere with the digestive process, it can make it difficult for your body to extract the nutrients it needs from the foods you eat.

It's important to remember that not all parasites are created equal, and the symptoms they cause can vary widely depending on the type of parasite and the severity of the infection. Some people with parasite infections may experience only mild symptoms or no symptoms at all, while others may experience severe symptoms that require treatment.

If you suspect that you have a parasite infection, it's important to address it right away. A Comprehensive Diagnostic Stool Test can diagnose the infection and then a clear treatment plan can be established to eliminate the parasites and improve your gut health. In addition, maintaining good hygiene practices, such as washing your hands regularly and avoiding contaminated food and water, can help reduce your risk of infection.

If you suspect you have parasites and would like to eliminate them, then book in an Initial Consult so we can order a Comprehensive Stool test and get you on your way to feeling better.

Jennie

The Gut Naturopath