The nurse issues an urgent warning about the toxic chemical trend for weight loss

A nurse has warned against taking five potentially dangerous chemicals that are being promoted as part of the latest online trend to claim that eliminating parasites boosts weight loss while reducing bloating, IBS and Crohn’s disease. The trend is encouraging social media users to ingest dangerous amounts of toxic herbs and chemicals to rid their bodies of often non-existent parasites.

There is little or no substantial scientific evidence to support the prevalence of parasites in the body, or that clearing the body of these alleged parasites is of any benefit, says Jane Clarke, assistant ConfidenceClub .

And many of the unpleasant gastrointestinal symptoms people associate with parasites, such as bloating and fatigue, can have a multitude of other real causes. These should be investigated by your doctor and treated accordingly. By focusing on parasites, you could miss a serious diagnosis of conditions like bowel cancer.

Jane said: “In addition to the risk of misdiagnosing serious health problems, even if you are healthy, participating in the DIY parasite cleanse trend can actually cause damage to your body. Using large amounts of herbal supplements can cause kidney damage, allergic reactions, or disrupt the natural balance of your gut biome.

“Your gut is home to an ecosystem of beneficial bacteria that all play a complex role in digestion, immunity and overall health and well-being. It is unwise to disrupt this as it can lead to an upset stomach or even a weakened immune system. “

Some of the most commonly suggested DIY parasite cleanse ingredients and why you shouldn’t ingest them.

Wormwood

Wormwood is the bitter herb best known for its use in the French spirit absinthe. The plant contains a compound called thujone, which can be toxic to the nervous system in large doses, causing seizures and in rare cases even death. Ingesting large amounts of wormwood as part of a DIY parasite cleanse can lead to symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, vomiting.

Black walnut

Black walnut is used as a natural pesticide due to the fact that it is toxic to certain plants and insects, perhaps this is why some believe that it can be used to clear parasites from the human intestine.

However, when ingested by humans, its pest-killing compound juglone can cause stomach upsets, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain—it’s actually a poison, and there’s no reason for humans to swallow

Oil of oregano

Oregano oil may sound harmless; after all, this sweet-smelling herb is most commonly associated with pizza. When eaten fresh or dried, it is a healthy flavor enhancer for Mediterranean cooking. On the other hand, highly concentrated oil of oregano, although widely sold as a dietary supplement, has no proven effect on human health in small amounts. Conversely, large amounts can irritate your insides and cause heartburn. In severe cases where very large amounts are ingested, it can lead to liver toxicity.

Castor oil

Although castor oil was used medicinally in the past as both a laxative and to induce labor, it is no longer recommended for these purposes. In fact, pressed vegetable oil can cause explosive diarrhea, and in large doses, serious poisoning. It is best to avoid ingesting it altogether, especially if you are pregnant.

Social media users make many wild claims about castor oil, including that by pouring the oil on your belly button, you can detoxify your body, help with weight loss, or even cure cancer. The truth is that there is absolutely no scientific evidence to support these claims. It will also do nothing to rid your body of perceived parasites.

Borax

Borax is a dry cleaning solution, which should tell you all you need to know about whether it’s a good idea to ingest it. In short, the answer is no, never.

Ingesting borax can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain. Even more worryingly, long-term ingestion of Borax can lead to kidney damage, reproductive problems and neurological symptoms. In fact, social media platforms should do everything in their power to remove videos that suggest ingesting borax as an emergency.