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Parasite Cleanse Protocol

An herbal antimicrobial protocol for intestinal parasites using rotating herbs, biofilm support and gut healing, guided by stool testing.

Evidence Score

36/100

Developer

Various naturopathic physicians

Duration

4 to 6 months total, including the healing phase

Steps

13 phases

Used for

3 conditions

Protocol Overview

An herbal antimicrobial protocol for intestinal parasites using rotating herbs, biofilm support and gut healing, guided by stool testing. A confirmed parasitic infection may need prescription treatment, which a licensed clinician decides; herbs are used alongside it.

Used For

Intestinal parasitesblastocystis hominischronic digestive issues

Key Resources

Functional medicine practitioners, Herbal Antibiotics by Stephen Harrod Buhner, PCR-based stool testing

Safety Profile

Contraindications & Risks
Pregnancy or breastfeeding (wormwood, black walnut, berberine and others are not safe)
Children: only under a clinician
Liver disease, G6PD deficiency (some herbs)
Medication interactions: berberine affects drug-metabolizing enzymes and blood sugar; review with your prescriber
Wormwood: seizure disorders, long-term use
Important Notes

A single standard stool test can miss some parasites; repeat or PCR-based testing can help. Whether organisms such as Blastocystis cause symptoms is debated. Rotating herbs and biofilm support are practitioner conventions that have not been tested in trials. Die-off reactions can occur. Gut healing, a lower-sugar diet and fixing the source of infection (water, food, travel, pets) reduce the chance of reinfection. Fever, blood in the stool, weight loss or severe pain needs prompt medical care.

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EvidenceLow
Evidence Score36/100
Categorydetox
Duration4 to 6 months total, including the healing phase

About Evidence Score

The Evidence Score (0 to 100) rates the strength of evidence from studies in people for the uses listed: higher means stronger, more consistent research. It does not measure safety. It is not medical advice.

For education, not medical advice. Talk with a licensed clinician before you start, and never stop or change a prescribed medication without your prescriber.