Pumpkin seeds are used for worms in the same way as several decades ago. This is a safe and environmentally friendly product that many common types of parasites literally hate. We need to understand in more detail: how pumpkin seeds act against helminths, how to prepare an effective recipe with seeds and what contraindications exist.
How pumpkin seed works against worms
Treating parasites with pumpkin seeds is still common today. This natural anthelmintic has practically no side effects and allows you to get rid of unwanted guests in the most gentle way and has a preventive effect. Medications can be dangerous in the wrong hands, while the seeds of this colorful vegetable can be ingested even by children and pregnant women. But a logical question arises: why do pumpkin seeds help against worms?
The fact is that raw seeds are covered on all sides with a mucous substance containing a special amino acid - cucurbitin (both carbopyrrolidine and protein). This amino acid has a really strong anthelmintic effect and is not addictive to parasites. The higher the concentration of the substance, the more unbearable the environment will be for the parasite. He can no longer eat normally and struggles to leave the body.
The maximum concentration of cucurbitin is found in the mucous film that surrounds the seeds. Although all parts contain a certain percentage, the film is the clear favorite, so it is recommended to consume the product raw.In addition to the main desired effect, the seeds have a laxative effect, cleansing the intestines without damaging them.. Because of the combination of these qualities, pumpkin seeds have become a popular anthelmintic.
What worms are pumpkin seeds effective against?
Cucurbitin works well against many common types of worms of different sizes. It is also worth knowing that due to the laxative effect, dead or half-living worms are removed from the body before the intestines begin to digest them.
What parasites will cleaning with pumpkin seeds help with?
- Intestinal worms or, otherwise, nematodes. This is the most common type of human parasite. Pumpkin is effective against pinworms, trichinella, whipworms and nematodes.
- Cestodes or ribbon parasites. Bovine or porcine tapeworm, as well as broad tapeworm.
- Trematodes, also called flukes. Pumpkin seeds will help in the fight against liver fluke, Giardia and Siberian fluke.
Pumpkin seed parasite treatment can only be effective against the worms mentioned above. If tests reveal another species, the seeds are most likely useless.
Who is not suitable for seed treatment and the nuances you need to know?
At first glance, it seems that such a simple and common product is suitable for everyone, without exception. But there are some small limitations:
- Overweight people should be more careful;
- Gastritis with high acidity is also a reason to avoid self-medication with seeds;
- Gastrointestinal disorders, such as obstruction or stone formation, are a contraindication due to the laxative effect of cucurbitin;
- Allergic or hypersensitive people should be careful with the seeds.
In any case, you should not get carried away with pumpkin seeds against worms. Moderation is important in relation to any product, especially those used for treatment.
How to use pumpkin seed
This product is not dangerous for children and adults, but it is important to know how to take pumpkin seeds against parasites so that the desired effect is achieved without complications. There are many recipes and ways to use the seeds that make each day of treatment as fruitful as possible. Furthermore, compared to treatment with tablets, the risk of poisoning from worm decomposition toxins is much lower.
The best way to prepare seeds for children
The amount and way of taking pumpkin seeds against worms for children depends, first of all, on their age. The most approximate dose is the following:
- If the child is between 5 and 7 years old, a maximum of 150 grams per day can be administered;
- Children from 8 to 10 years old, so the daily dose increases to 200 grams;
- If the child is 11 or 12 years old, maximum 250 grams;
- The adult dose of pumpkin seeds is available for children 13 years and older.
To treat a child against parasites with seeds, you can use the recipes for adults listed below, but it is imperative to adjust the dosage using a kitchen scale or special measuring utensils.
Pumpkin seed milk for the treatment of worms in children.
It is much more effective to treat children under 5 years of age not using seeds in their usual form, but a kind of "milk". It is easy to obtain from seeds. To bring the idea to life, you need to chop or grind a glass of seeds in a coffee grinder (blender). The resulting powder is poured into two glasses of boiling water and heated in a water bath over low heat for 1. 5 to 2 hours.
After heating, the container with the mixture is sealed and wrapped tightly for 12-15 hours until it cools. Subsequently, the contents should be strained well and allowed to rest for 30-60 minutes. It is necessary to collect and drain the oil that has accumulated on the surface, and give the milk to the child on an empty stomach. After a week it is necessary to repeat everything again and, if necessary, one more week.
How to treat pregnant women with pumpkin seeds: recipe with milk
The period of having a baby is the most important period in the lives of most women. At this time, it is extremely important to carefully monitor your own health. Most anthelmintic drugs are strictly prohibited for pregnant and lactating women, which cannot be said about pumpkin seeds. Helminth infection is extremely undesirable for pregnant women, but if the situation occurs, one of the proven recipes will help.
A glass of pumpkin seeds is crushed and mixed with a glass of milk. The entire mixture is pureed with a blender or passed through a meat grinder again. The cocktail can be sweetened a little, but it is better not to give helminths the opportunity to snack and drink it instead of breakfast. After two hours, it is necessary to drink a little castor oil (no more than 2 tablespoons) to achieve a laxative effect.
The procedure must be repeated after one week, then after another, to avoid reinfection by the remaining eggs and surviving larvae in the body.
Grandma's recipes for adults against worms.
The listed recipes for worms with pumpkin seeds are easy to prepare and the product itself tastes good and is loved by many. Most people like to click on these seeds, without suspecting that at the same time they are performing an excellent preventive cleansing of the gastrointestinal tract.
- Basic recipe.100 seeds are eaten during the day on an empty stomach (for example, 50 in the morning before meals, 50 before dinner, similarly, on an empty stomach). The seeds must be raw and before going to bed it is advisable to take 2 tablespoons of castor oil. It is good to pre-mix the seeds with honey. Duration: 5 days and must be repeated after 2 weeks. If you treat a child in this way, it is important not to overdo it with honey (depending on the age) and first grind the seeds into a gruel. For children, the intake can be divided in half (25 seeds each), it is only important to consume them before meals (at least 60 minutes before).
- Garlic and pumpkin seeds.This recipe is considered doubly effective because parasites are no less afraid of garlic than of pumpkin seeds. 200 grams of raw seeds are lightly fried and mixed with chopped garlic (5 cloves). Everything is crushed and infused for 10-12 hours. It is necessary to eat a heaped tablespoon of the mixture before meals (3 hours before). One spoon a day is enough, it is not prohibited to take another spoon at night.
- Dill and pumpkin seeds.Pumpkin seeds are crushed and mixed with dill in a 1: 1 ratio. The entire mixture is poured with boiling water to cover. The container is wrapped and allowed to cool, then filtered and drunk on an empty stomach. Treatment plan: 3 times a day, 7 days a week. After 2 weeks, it is better to repeat the treatment.
Is it healthier to take pumpkin seed oil to treat worms?
Everyone knows that parasites not only live in the human body, but also take advantage of it by destroying it. The main disadvantage of its presence in the body is considered to be a large release of toxins that poison the blood. In second place are mechanical damage due to damage to the mucous membranes of the body. The presence of worms in the body causes the appearance and worsening of ulcers, inflammatory processes and erosions.
The damage affects not only the intestines, but also other organs, because the larvae travel throughout the body. In most cases, the eggs enter and develop into adults in the intestines. But the larvae travel through the bloodstream to any part of the body.
The concentration of cucurbitin in pumpkin oil is several times higher than the concentration in the seeds or pulp. Therefore, it is more advisable to take oil. But, before using the oil, it is important to visit a specialist to identify the type of helminths and possible contraindications. We have already noted above that cucurbitin is not effective against all types of parasites, so accurate analysis is important.
If the tests are normal and the treating specialist is not against home treatment, then treatment with pumpkin seed oil is justified. There is no universal remedy against the entire mass of parasites, although modern research by parasitologists has gone quite far. The ideal and 100% successful treatment consists of an integrated approach, including medications.
Pumpkin Oil Treatment Plan:
- Ingestion.To repel uninvited guests, it is recommended to take a teaspoon of the product three times a day. The dosage for children and adults is identical and the duration of treatment is ten days. But, ideally, it is advisable to perform enemas at the same time.
- Enema therapy.A good effect is considered to be the introduction of 25 ml of undiluted pumpkin oil every day before bedtime. You should try to keep it in your rectum until you wake up. The oil administered through an enema takes between 6 and 8 hours to take full effect. The course of treatment is at least ten days.
- Preventive methods.Experts recommend knowing not only how to take pumpkin oil for worms, but also how to use it to prevent the disease. Taking a teaspoon of oil for a week is enough to cleanse the body. It is better to carry out prophylaxis every 2 months. Then, if they become infected again, the larvae will not have time to grow and damage the body.
Important:During treatment with pumpkin seeds or oil, it is important not to overeat. The diet must be very strict, otherwise cucurbitin will simply not be effective and parasites will have the opportunity to avoid death by feeding on undigested parts of food.
Side effects of treatment and strict contraindications.
The treatment methods described are 100% natural, but their use must be moderate and agreed with the treating doctor. Otherwise, you can easily hurt yourself or make your situation worse.
It is important to know before starting treatment with seeds or oil that, in addition to their antiparasitic effect, they have a strong choleretic and laxative effect. In this sense, its use should be cautious (sometimes completely prohibited) in those who suffer from stone formation or acute constipation.
Pumpkin seeds help quite effectively against worms, but they affect the amount of urine because they are enriched with potassium. Therefore, the list of contraindications is expanded with those who suffer from kidney, urinary and ureter diseases.
In case the following problems may arise when taking the product for treatment, indicating an overdose (the seeds are rich in zinc, phosphorus and vitamins), its use should be limited:
- Nausea and vomiting;
- Severe diarrhea that threatens dehydration and is not the mild laxative effect of the seeds;
- Tachycardia (feeling like the heart is freezing or racing);
- Problems when urinating: pain, painful sensation in the bladder or kidneys, burning when urinating, etc. );
- The appearance of rashes on the body.
Adverse reactions occur quite infrequently, but it is still necessary to know about them. Basically, pumpkin oil or seeds have a beneficial effect on the body.
Conclusion
The article will help you take pumpkin seeds correctly for worms; Simple recipes were relevant in the past and saved entire families from parasites, even when medicines were in short supply and there were no medicines or it was too difficult to get them. Taking seeds or oil not only protects the body from helminths, but also fights fungal flora and heals damaged intestines. The oil envelops and regenerates thanks to its structure and high vitamin A content.
If you take the remedy carefully and attentively, observing your condition, you will not only be able to cure yourself, but you will also not harm your own body.
It is quite difficult to accidentally overdose on seeds, which cannot be said about medicines from the pharmacy. An accidental error in calculating the dose can lead to serious poisoning. However, seed treatment is a long process that requires patience, while a pharmaceutical remedy only needs one or two applications.