This is a Chinese folk remedy that uses areca catechu nut (betel nut) and pumpkin seeds to expel parasites from the intestine.
Ingredients:
– Dried areca catechu nut 15g
– Dried pumpkin seeds 60g
Directions:
– Boil and simmer areca catechu nut in 1 cup of water for 15-30 minutes to make a decoction
– Make pumpkin seeds into a fine powder
– Drink the decoction with the pumpkin seed powder
– Twice a day for 3 days
This remedy is said to expel tapeworm, roundworm, pinworm and other intestinal parasites.
Please note, this remedy is not recommended to pregnant women. Children under 12 years old should take 1/3 – 1/2 dose. Always consult your doctor before taking any remedies.
For more information about home remedies for parasites, go to Natural Remedies Center: http://www.naturalremediescenter.com/treat/parasites/
