Are Parasites the Hidden Cause of Your Fatigue, Brain Fog, or Bloating?

Millions of people in the U.S. unknowingly suffer from parasites, yet they are often overlooked by conventional medicine. Fatigue, brain fog, bloating, and even mood swings may not be random – they may be signs that something far more insidious is draining your energy from within.

The Magnitude of the Problem

According to the CDC, over 60 million Americans are chronically infected with Toxoplasma gondii, a common parasite found in undercooked meat and contaminated water. And that’s just one type.

Intestinal parasites like Giardia lamblia, pinworms, hookworms, and tapeworms are also widespread—and often undiagnosed.

A 2014 study in the American Journal of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene revealed that many parasitic infections in the U.S. go undetected due to limited screening practices.

Overlooked Symptoms of Parasitic Infection

Could parasites be causing your symptoms?

Chronic fatigue or low energy

Gas, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea

Unexplained skin rashes or acne

Nighttime teeth grinding or insomnia

Brain fog or poor focus

Mood changes, anxiety, or irritability

Weight fluctuations

These symptoms are often misdiagnosed as IBS, anxiety, or food sensitivities—when parasites may be the real root cause.

The Gut-Brain-Parasite Axis

Emerging research shows parasites don’t just affect digestion—they can influence brain function. A 2015 study published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B found that chronic Toxoplasma infection may alter neurotransmitters and affect behavior.

Parasites can also:

Increase inflammation in the gut

Disrupt the microbiome

Deplete essential nutrients

All of which contribute to fatigue, anxiety, and mental fog.

Top 10 Doctor-Recommended Ways to Prevent and Eliminate Parasites Naturally

Rather than relying solely on pharmaceuticals, many integrative practitioners—like Dr. Don Colbert—recommend a more natural, gentle parasite cleanse that supports the body’s detox systems while addressing both exposure risks and internal imbalances.

Here’s how to protect yourself and actively cleanse your system:

1. Wash Hands Before Meals and After Handling Pets

Parasite eggs can transfer from contaminated surfaces, pet fur, soil, or litter boxes to your mouth—especially if you don’t wash your hands consistently. This is one of the most overlooked yet common pathways for parasite transmission.

Wash your hands thoroughly with warm water and soap for at least 20 seconds, especially:

Before eating or preparing food

After using the bathroom

After touching pets, soil, or raw meat

2. Cook Meat Thoroughly and Avoid Raw Pork or Wild Game

Undercooked or raw meats—particularly pork, venison, and wild-caught game—can harbor harmful parasites like Trichinella, Taenia (tapeworms), and Toxoplasma gondii.

Internal temperature guide:

Pork: 145°F + 3-minute rest

Ground meat: 160°F

Wild game: 165°F

Avoiding raw meat dishes or undercooked sushi made with pork or game is especially important if you’re immunocompromised or actively detoxing.

3. Filter Your Drinking Water—Especially Well Water

Parasites like Giardia and Cryptosporidium are resistant to chlorine and can be found in untreated well water, mountain streams, and even some public systems.

To reduce your risk:

Use a high-quality water filter that removes parasites, bacteria, and protozoa

Boil water when camping, traveling, or after natural disasters

Consider regular testing if you use private well water

4. Wash Produce with a Veggie Rinse or Diluted Vinegar

Fruits, herbs, and leafy greens can carry parasite eggs from contaminated soil, water, or fertilizer—especially if eaten raw.

Best practices:

Use a veggie-safe wash or soak produce in a mix of 1 part vinegar to 3 parts water

Scrub root vegetables like carrots or beets

Rinse all produce thoroughly, even organic items

5. Travel with Natural Antimicrobials (Like Garlic or Oregano Oil)

Traveling to tropical or developing countries? New environments often expose you to unfamiliar pathogens in food, water, or even insect bites.

To protect your gut while traveling:

Bring natural antimicrobials like oregano oil capsules, garlic supplements, or clove oil

Consider a daily probiotic to support your gut lining

Drink only filtered or bottled water, and avoid raw produce in high-risk areas

Natural Remedies to Cleanse the Body of Parasites

 

Rather than relying solely on pharmaceuticals, Dr. Colbert recommends a natural, gentle cleanse that supports your entire detox system:

6. Wormwood

This bitter herb has been used for centuries to expel intestinal parasites and worms. It contains compounds like thujone, which have been studied for their anti-parasitic effects against Plasmodium and helminths.

7. Garlic

Garlic is rich in allicin, a sulfur compound that exhibits broad-spectrum antimicrobial, antifungal, and antiparasitic activity.

It may help:

Reduce active parasite load

Inhibit reproduction of parasite eggs

Support immune defense during cleansing

8. Oregano Oil

Oregano oil is one of the most potent plant antimicrobials. A 2000 study published in Phytotherapy Research showed oregano oil helped eradicate parasites in humans with gastrointestinal infections.

It’s also:

Antibacterial and antifungal

Helpful in restoring gut balance

Easy to take while traveling or cleansing

9. Fiber for Colon Cleansing

During a cleanse, fiber helps sweep out dead parasites, eggs, and toxins from the digestive tract, while also supporting healthy elimination.

Dr. Colbert recommends:
Fiber Zone – a delicious, psyllium-based prebiotic fiber blend that nourishes the gut and promotes regular detox support.

10. Milk Thistle for Liver Detox

As parasites die, they release toxic byproducts that your liver must process and eliminate. That’s why liver support is critical during any parasite cleanse.

One of the most powerful and well-studied herbs for liver health is milk thistle. Rich in the compound silymarin, it has been shown to:

Support liver cell regeneration

Protect the liver from oxidative stress

Enhance detoxification enzymes

Help stabilize liver enzymes during toxic load [7]

For comprehensive liver support, consider combining milk thistle with other botanicals like Divine Health Nano-Glutathione Spray, NAC, alpha lipoic acid, or beet extract—found in Dr. Colbert’s Liver Gallbladder Cleanse.

What Makes Dr. Colbert’s Liver Gallbladder Cleanse Unique?

Divine Health’s Liver Gallbladder Cleanse is formulated with a synergistic blend of detox-supporting ingredients that go beyond milk thistle alone:

IngredientPurposeMilk Thistle Extract (250 mg)Regenerates and protects liver cellsN-Acetyl-L-Cysteine (NAC) (1000 mg)Boosts glutathione, the body’s master antioxidantAlpha Lipoic Acid (600 mg)Recycles antioxidants and supports liver detoxOrganic Beet Root (600 mg)Stimulates bile flow to aid gallbladder functionArtichoke Extract (125 mg)Promotes bile production and fat digestionSelenium (100 mcg)Supports thyroid and liver enzyme activity

This combination is ideal for:

Supporting phase I and II liver detox pathways

Enhancing glutathione levels during a cleanse

Assisting with fat metabolism and gallbladder function

Managing oxidative stress during pathogen die-off

This formula is especially beneficial during a parasite cleanse when your detox pathways are under extra demand.

You can find all of these ingredients in Dr. Colbert’s Liver Gallbladder Cleanse — a core component of a complete cleansing protocol.

The Gentle Cleanse Protocol

A typical integrative parasite cleanse may include:

Herbs: Wormwood, garlic, oregano oil, black walnut, and clove

Fiber: Daily intake of psyllium or plant-based fiber like Fiber Zone

Liver support: Milk thistle, dandelion, leafy greens

Immune boosters: Zinc, vitamin C, probiotics

Final Thoughts

If you’re dealing with ongoing symptoms—despite clean labs and diets—don’t rule out parasites. Many people find that once they address this root cause, their energy, clarity, and digestion improve dramatically.

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“Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.” – 3 John 1:2

References

CDC on Toxoplasmosis

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Flegr J et al. Proc R Soc B, 2015

Willcox M. Trans R Soc Trop Med Hyg, 2004

Ross ZM et al. Appl Environ Microbiol, 2001

Force M et al. Phytother Res, 2000

Saller R et al. Drugs, 2001

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