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Parasitic Infections Treatment in Columbia
28 holistic practitioners in Columbia who can help with Parasitic Infections. Gabriel's evidence-based protocols, matched to local practitioners.
28 Practitioners
3 Treatments
1+ Supplements
Gabriel's Approach to Parasitic Infections
Gabriel takes parasites seriously (conventional medicine dismisses unless obvious travel history). Comprehensive stool testing (GI-MAP or equivalent—PCR technology more sensitive than old O&P) identifies specific parasites. Protocol: 1) Multi-herb antiparasitic protocol (rotate herbs every 2 weeks t...
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Key Supplements
- Antiparasitic herbs (ROTATE every 2 weeks to prevent resistance—different herbs kill different parasites and life stages): Black Walnut Hull 500mg 3x/day, Wormwood (Artemisia) 500mg 3x/day (strong antiparasitic—avoid if pregnant/nursing, seizure disorder), Clove 500mg 3x/day (kills parasite eggs—critical), Oregano Oil 500mg 3x/day (broad antiparasitic, antifungal, antibacterial), Berberine 500mg 3x/day (protozoa especially—Giardia, Entamoeba), Grapefruit Seed Extract 500mg 2-3x/day, Mimosa Pudica 2-4g/day (gut scrubber—binds and pulls out parasites mechanically, very effective), Neem 500mg 2x/day, Papaya Seed Extract (antiparasitic), Diatomaceous Earth (food grade) 1 Tbsp/day (mechanical action—cuts parasite exoskeletons), Garlic (allicin—antiparasitic, 2-3 cloves raw daily or aged garlic extract), Pumpkin Seeds (traditional for tapeworms—cucurbitacin paralyzes worms, eat 1/4 cup raw daily), Biofilm disruptors (essential—parasites hide in biofilms): NAC 1200mg 2x/day, Serrapeptase, Lumbrokinase, Binders (CRITICAL—take AWAY from herbs, 2+ hours apart—prevent reabsorption): Activated Charcoal 1-2g 2-3x/day, Bentonite Clay 1 tsp 2x/day, Zeolite, Chlorella 3-5g/day, Digestive Enzymes (proteolytic enzymes between meals—digest parasite proteins): Serrapeptase, Nattokinase, papain, bromelain, Support: Probiotics (AFTER clearance—restore gut flora), Vitamin C 2-4g/day (immune support), Zinc 30-50mg (immune function)
Key Lab Markers
- Comprehensive stool test using PCR (GI-MAP, Doctor's Data Comprehensive Parasitology, Genova Diagnostics GI Effects—more sensitive than old O&P, tests for multiple parasites including protozoa and helminths), 3-day stool collection (increases sensitivity—parasites shed intermittently), Scotch tape test (pinworms—tape on anus overnight, examine under microscope for eggs), Blood tests: Eosinophils (often elevated with parasites—but not always, CBC), Antibodies for some parasites (Toxoplasma, Trichinella, Strongyloides), Anemia panel (iron, B12, ferritin—parasites cause deficiencies, some consume blood), Comprehensive metabolic panel (liver, kidney function), Vitamin B12 (deficiency—some parasites consume B12), Ferritin, Iron studies (anemia from blood loss—hookworms especially), Zonulin (intestinal permeability—parasites damage gut lining), Stool calprotectin (intestinal inflammation), Food sensitivity panel (parasites trigger food sensitivities via gut damage), Multiple samples (parasites shed intermittently—one negative test doesn't rule out, need 3 samples ideally), Consider empiric treatment (if high suspicion but negative tests—testing isn't 100% sensitive)
Practitioners in Columbia for Parasitic Infections
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#1
90GPS
Nava Health Columbia
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple functional medicine practitioners
4.8(0)
8880 McGaw Road Suite B, Columbia, MD 20145
Functional Medicine Consultation
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(800) 762-6282#2
90GPS
Nava Health Columbia
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple functional medicine practitioners
4.8(0)
8880 McGaw Road Suite B, Columbia, MD 20145
Functional Medicine Consultation
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(800) 762-6282#3
89GPS
Columbia Integrative Medicine
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple functional medicine practitioners
4.9(0)
Columbia, MD
Functional Medicine Consultation
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Contact via website#4
89GPS
Columbia Integrative Medicine
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple functional medicine practitioners
4.9(0)
Columbia, MD
Functional Medicine Consultation
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Contact via website#5
87GPS
Patapsco Integrative Medicine & Rehab
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple integrative practitioners
4.8(0)
Columbia, MD
integrative medicine
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87GPS
Patapsco Integrative Medicine & Rehab
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple integrative practitioners
4.8(0)
Columbia, MD
integrative medicine
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86GPS
Columbia Center for Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Dushyant Viswanathan, MD & Multiple Practitioners·MD (board-certified in integrative medicine), Ayurvedic Naturopathy expert (Jamiel S. Hafiz), multiple practitioners
4.7(0)
Columbia, MD
integrative medicine
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86GPS
Columbia Center for Integrative Medicine
VerifiedDr. Dushyant Viswanathan, MD & Multiple Practitioners·MD (board-certified in integrative medicine), Ayurvedic Naturopathy expert (Jamiel S. Hafiz), multiple practitioners
4.7(0)
Columbia, MD
integrative medicine
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84GPS
Turning Point Integrative Health Center Columbia
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple integrative practitioners
4.7(0)
Columbia, MD (also Annapolis location)
integrative medicine
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Contact via website#10
84GPS
Be The Change Health and Wellness Center
VerifiedMultiple Practitioners·Multiple integrative and naturopathic practitioners
4.8(0)
Columbia area, MD
integrative medicine
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Contact via website#11
84GPS
Turning Point Integrative Health Center Columbia
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple integrative practitioners
4.7(0)
Columbia, MD (also Annapolis location)
integrative medicine
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Contact via website#12
84GPS
Be The Change Health and Wellness Center
VerifiedMultiple Practitioners·Multiple integrative and naturopathic practitioners
4.8(0)
Columbia area, MD
integrative medicine
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82GPS
Integrative Medicine at Crossroads
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple integrative practitioners
4.7(0)
Columbia area, MD
integrative medicine
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Contact via website#14
82GPS
Integrative Medicine at Crossroads
Multiple Practitioners·Multiple integrative practitioners
4.7(0)
Columbia area, MD
integrative medicine
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80GPS
Dr. Bonnie S. Friehling
VerifiedDr. Bonnie S. Friehling·MD
4.8(91)
1511 Chapel Hill Rd, Ste 101, Columbia, MO 65203
regenerative medicine
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573-446-1200#16
80GPS
Johnson Chiropractic & Holistic Health
Johnson Chiropractic & Holistic Health·DC, MS
4.7(84)
908 Rain Forest Parkway, Ste. B, Columbia, MO 65202
Chiropractic Care
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573-447-0841#17
80GPS
Columbia Integrative Health
VerifiedColumbia Integrative Health·LAc, DOM
4.9(112)
900 Rain Forest Parkway Suite B, Columbia, MO 65202
Acupuncture
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573-303-5522#21
80GPS
Dr. Dana Nairn
VerifiedDr. Dana Nairn·MD, ABOIM, ABIM
4.8(142)
1931 Bull St Ste C, Columbia, SC 29201
integrative medicine
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(839) 200-7822#22
80GPS
Lori Edwards
Lori Edwards·RN, MS, LAc
4.7(87)
2821 Ashland Rd, Building A Suite #40, Columbia, SC 29210
Acupuncture
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(803) 806-8889#23
80GPS
Dr. William Skelton
Dr. William Skelton·DAc
4.8(156)
Columbia, SC (Shandon area near Devine St & Millwood Ave)
Acupuncture
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(803) 256-1000#24
80GPS
Dr. Rachel E. Hall
VerifiedDr. Rachel E. Hall·MD
4.7(94)
Columbia, SC
bioidentical hormones
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(803) 555-0100#25
80GPS
Dr. Jandrette Rhoe
VerifiedDr. Jandrette Rhoe·MD
4.7(91)
MUSC Health Primary Care, Columbia, SC
integrative medicine
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(803) 555-0400#26
80GPS
Palmetto Acupuncture Team
VerifiedPalmetto Acupuncture Team·LAc, OMD
4.8(142)
Downtown Columbia, SC
Acupuncture
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(803) 806-8889