Natural Antiparasitics

Plant-based antiparasitic phytochemicals offer potent activity with fewer side effects than pharmaceutical dewormers. Wormwood extract, containing artemisinin-class sesquiterpene lactones, is one of the most studied botanical anti-parasitics. Black walnut hull extract, containing juglone and tannins, is effective against a wide range of parasites. Garlic exerts broad anti-parasitic activity through allicin and sulfur compounds and should be consumed fresh and in quantity. Clove contains eugenol that is particularly effective against parasite egg and larval stages.