Hashimoto\'s Thyroiditis Lifestyle Interventions for Finding and Treating the Root Cause

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Antiparasitic   Herbs

•    Aloe (Aloe Barbadensis)

•    Anise (Pimpinella Anisum)

•    Barberry (Berberis Vulgaris)

•    Black Walnuts (Juglans Nigra)

•    Cashew

(Anacardium Occidentale)

•    Curled Mint (Mentha Crispa)

•    Garlic (Allium Sativum)

•    Goldenseal

(Hydrastis Canadensis)

•    Grapefruit Seed Extract

(Gynandropis Gynandra)

•    Oregon Grape

(Berberis Aquifolium)

•    Papaya (Carica Papaya)

•    Pomegranate

(Punica Granatum)

•    Pumpkin (Cucurbitae Semen)

•    Sweet Basil

(Ocimum Basilicum)

•    Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris)

•    Turmeric (Curcuma Longa)

•    Wormwood

(Artemisia Annua)

Parasite Cleanse

Simple carbohydrates, refined foods, juices, dairy, and fruit can help par-
asites proliferate and should be avoided if parasites are suspected.

Substances reported to help with eliminating parasites include raw garlic,
pumpkin seeds, pomegranates, beets, and carrots. Fiber may also help the
body clear out worms. Papaya seeds and papaya extracts (papain) have
been helpful in eliminating worms and keeping the intestine in a natural
acidic state. Probiotics, zinc, and vitamin C have also been reported to
help restore immune function.

Certain herbs can be used to get rid of parasites. They can be found in
various mixtures and amounts in parasite-cleansing formulas. The herbs
are not without side effects and should be used with caution, preferably
under the supervision of a trained herbalist.

CHAPTER SUMMARY

9 Autoimmune conditions can be triggered by infections.

9 Many types of infections have been implicated in Hashimoto’s.

9 Test for parasitic, bacterial, viral, and fungal infections.

9 People with Hashimoto’s are at higher risk for parasitic
infections due to impaired digestion.

9 Eliminate infections as needed.