Intestinal Worms Guide: Symptoms, Foods & Home Remedies

Symptoms of intestinal worms in children and adults can be managed with targeted foods, spices, and remedies like neem. Identifying the characteristics of Ascaris lumbricoides is vital for effective parasite treatment and prevention.

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How to Treat Intestinal Parasites in Children

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Corinna Underwood

Intestinal parasites that may infect children come in two varieties: protozoa and helminthes. Protozoa are single-celled worms. They are able to multiply inside the human body and can be a major cause of infection. Helminthes are multi-celled organisms, the most common forms being pinworms and tapeworms.

Corinna Underwood began writing in 2000. She has been published in many outlets, including Fox News, “Ultimate Athlete,” “Hardcore Muscle,” “Alternative Medicine” and “Alive.” Underwood also wrote "Haunted History of Atlanta and North Georgia" and "Murder and Mystery in Atlanta." She has a Bachelor of Arts in English literature and philosophy and a Master of Arts in women’s studies from Staffordshire University.