Diarrhea is the medical term for watery, loose stool that occurs frequently. Often, abdominal cramping and pain accompany the diarrhea, and the diarrhea may occasionally have blood mixed with the stool. Bloody diarrhea may occur from many...
Parasitic roundworms belong to the phylum nematoda and are sometimes called nematodes. According to the University of California Museum of Paleontology, more than 15,000 roundworms have been identified by scientists and up to 500,000 more may yet...
According to Richard Pearson, M.D., Professor of Medicine and Pathology at the University of Virginia School of Medicine, hundreds of millions of people throughout the world are infected with nematodes. Nematodes are roundworms. Most of them are...
Ampalaya, more commonly known as bitter melon, is a fruit-bearing vine that grows in tropical and sub-tropical climates. As the name implies, the fruit is quite bitter in its unripened state, but as an acquired taste it has been cultivated in some...
Ringworm, also known as tinea or dermatophytosis, is a skin disease caused by several parasitic fungi called dermatophytes. Ringworm infections, which can occur anywhere on your body, include body ringworm, scalp ringworm, nail ringworm, jock itch...
Coconut juice is the thin liquid found in young coconuts; it is not coconut milk, which is squeezed from coconut mass. Coconut juice, more commonly called coconut water, has a mild flavor and is a clear liquid. Coconut juice provides various...
Hookworm disease, a roundworm infestation, usually targets your lungs and small intestines. The National Center for Biotechnology Information reports that the worms are approximately half an inch long, and that this condition commonly occurs in...
A parasitic infection in the colon usually is the result of contact with feces containing parasites. In some cases, food or water can be contaminated with feces, or the parasites may be present in the soil, according to the University of Maryland...
Noni tea, a folk medicine and herbal remedy, comes from noni, a shrub or small tree also known as Great Morinda or Indian Mulberry. Noni, native to Southeast Asia, produces fruit throughout the year and grows along rocky shores and in forests....
Mebendazole is a prescription medication available as a chewable 100mg tablet and an oral liquid. It is indicated for the treatment of worm infestation and is effective against pinworm, roundworm, American hookworm, common hookworm and whipworm....
Pinworms, or Enterobius vermicularis, are small, white roundworms that can infect the colon and rectum of humans. The worms are approximately the size of a staple. Pinworms live in the large intestine of the patient. They then travel to the anus...
Scientists have identified over 15,000 distinct species of roundworms. Roundworms are nematodes, or tube-shaped invertebrates that live in soil. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, the worms can range in length from 1...
Prolonged diarrhea--diarrhea that lasts more than two days, the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases states--can cause dehydration and may indicate a more serious health problem than diarrhea that lasts a few days and...
Pomegranate is used to treat a variety of conditions because it is a rich source of antioxidants and vitamin C, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center or UMMC. Antioxidants can help to protect cells from damage by dangerous...
According to the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, or NCCAM, turmeric has long been used as a flavoring agent in food, colorant in fabrics, and as a medicinal herb in Asian medicine for a wide variety of conditions....
Intestinal parasites in the body are commonly caused by poor sanitation and hygiene, as well as international travel to locations where parasite infections are common. In some cases, worms may be spread through sexual intercourse when anal and...
Many people don't know that the bumpy greenish-black exterior of the avocado hides the creamy flesh that packs a nutritious punch. An avocado can replace the mayonnaise on your sandwich, make a delicious ice cream and help lower your cholesterol,...
Pinworms, also known as threadworms, are the most common type of intestinal worm infection in the United States. Infection results from inhalation or ingestion of pinworm eggs from dust, direct person-to-person contact, infected objects such as...
Dining at restaurants might be an enjoyable way to eat your meals, but experiencing diarrhea afterward can leave you with a foul odor. Diarrhea is frequent, loose and watery stools that contain more water, minerals and salts than normal stools....
The black walnut tree (Juglans nigra) grows naturally in the central and east central portions of the United States, producing aromatic nuts for use in foods and quality lumber for construction. However, it's the bark of the tree, the green hulls...
Black walnut has long been used medicinally and during the Middle Ages was believed to ward off evil and prevent epileptic seizures. Black walnut contains various beneficial substances that make it useful for managing a wide range of conditions....
False nettle, otherwise known as Boehmeria cylindrical or Urtica cylindrical, is a plant that is a member of the urticaceae family. False nettle plants have several purported medicinal and industrial uses and also have some nutritional value. You...
Diarrhea is a condition in which bowel movements are loose, frequent or both. Diarrhea in toddlers is not uncommon, and a child who is normally potty-trained may be unable to control his bowels when suffering from the condition. Many cases of...
Parasites are tiny worms transmitted when you come with contaminated soil, water or food. Though you may not experience symptoms for years after acquiring parasites, potential symptoms include stomach pain or tenderness, bloating, diarrhea,...
The lymphatic system is made up of lymph vessels, lymph nodes and lymph (a type of fluid that provides nutrients to the cells), according to MedlinePlus. These vessels carry white blood cells (WBCs) that defend the body against infection....
The thyroid gland, part of the endocrine system, produces the hormones triiodothyronine, or T3, and thyroxine, or T4, which regulate heart rate, digestion, oxygen consumption, body temperature and other metabolic and energy-related activities....
The pomegranate is a tough fruit to crack. Peel away its strong, leathery skin and you'll find glistening clusters of deep pink seeds surrounded by pulpy sacs. The exotic taste of pomegranate, bitter, sweet and sightly acidic, makes it stand apart...
The University of Maryland Medical Center says that there are two general categories of intestinal parasites: helminths and protozoa. Helminths refer to worms that invade and feed on your intestines. Protozoa are one-celled organisms that multiply...
A tapeworm is often caused by eating undercooked meat from infected animals such as cows or pigs. The National Center for Biotechnology Information states that adult tapeworms in your intestines can grow 12 or more feet in length and can live for...