Parasites are responsible for many ill health conditions including weight gain or loss, diarrhea, gastrointestinal upset, vaginal irritation, joint pain, diseases of the nervous system, brain fog and memory loss, immune dysfunction and chronic fatigue. Long term, undetected infestation can cause many systemic problems. For the very old, very young or immuno-compromised, parasite infection can be extremely problematic.
Signs of infection can include symptoms such as a runny nose, nighttime restlessness and blisters on the lower lip inside the mouth. Infected individuals may feel bloated, tired and hungry. You may have allergies, anemia, lethargy, fuzzy thinking, headaches and roller coastering blood sugar levels. You can experience restlessness, hair loss, diarrhea, arthritis, mineral imbalances and nighttime teeth grinding. One or more symptoms may occur to a greater or lesser degree depending upon the individual. The more points scored the more likely you have parasite involvement.
Travel
Have you ever been to Mexico, Africa, Israel, China, Russia, Asia, Europe, or Central or South America?
Have you traveled to Hawaii, the Caribbean, the Bahamas, or other tropical islands?
Do you frequently swim in freshwater lakes, streams or ponds while abroad?
Did you serve overseas while in the military?
Were you a prisoner of war in World War 11, Korea, or Vietnam?
Have you had intestinal problems, unexplained fever, night sweats, or an elevated white blood count during or since traveling abroad?
Water
Is your water supply from a mountainous area?
Do you drink from untested well water?
Have you ever drunk water from lakes, streams, or rivers on hiking or camping trips without first boiling, filtering or treating it with an approved anti-microbial solution?
Do you use plain tap water to clean your contact lenses?
Do you use regular tap water that is unfiltered for colonics or enemas?
Can you trace the onset of symptoms (intermittent constipation and diarrhea, night sweats, muscle aches and pains, unexplained eye ulcers) to any of the above?
Food
Do you regularly eat unpeeled raw fruits or raw vegetables in salads?
Do you frequently eat at sushi bars or salad bars; in delicatessens, vegetarian, Mexican, fish, Indian, Armenian, Greek, Pakistani, Ethiopian, Filipino, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, or Thai restaurants; fast food restaurants; or steak houses?
Do you use a microwave over for cooking (as opposed to reheating) pork, fish, or beef?
Do you prefer fish or meat that is undercooked, i.e. rare or medium rare?
Do you frequently eat hot dogs made from pork?
Do you eat smoked or pickled foods, e.g. sausage, lox, herring?
Do you enjoy raw fishes like sushi and sashimi, Latin American ceviche, or Dutch green herring?
Do you enjoy raw meat dishes like Italian Carpaccio, steak tar tare, or Middle Eastern kibbe?
At home do you use the same cutting board for chicken, fish, and meat as you do for vegetables?
Do you prepare sushi or sashimi dishes at home?
Can you trace the onset of symptoms (weight loss, anemia, bloating, distended belly) to any of the above?
Pets
Have you recently gotten a puppy?
Have you lived with, do you currently live with, or do you frequently handle pets?
Do you forget to wash your hands after petting or cleaning up after your animals, and before eating?
Does your pet sleep with you in your bed?
Do your pets eat from your plates?
Do you clean your cat’s litter box?
Do you keep your pets in your yard where children play?
Can you trace the onset of your symptoms (abdominal pain, high white blood count, distended belly in children, unexplained fever) to any of the above?
Workplace
Do you work in a hospital?
Do you work in a pet shop, zoo, experimental laboratory, or veterinary clinic?
Do you work with or around animals?
Do you work in a day care center?
Do you garden or work in a yard to which cats and dogs have access?
Do you work in sanitation?
Can you trace the onset of symptoms (gastrointestinal disorders) to any of the above?
Symptoms (must be persistent)
Do you have a bluish cast around your lips?
Is your abdomen distended no matter what you eat?
Are there dark circles around or under your eyes?
Do you have a history of allergy?
Do you suffer from intermittent diarrhea and constipation, intermittent loose and hard stools, or chronic constipation?
Do you have persistent acne, anorexia, anemia, open ileocecal valve, skin eruptions, PMS, bad breath, itching, pale skin, chronic fatigue, food intolerances, sinus congestion, difficulty breathing, edema, bloody stools, ringing in the ears, anal itching, puffy eyes, palpitations, vague abdominal discomfort, or vertigo?
Do you grind your teeth?
Are you experiencing weight loss or weight gain, loss of appetite, insomnia, depression, moodiness, sugar craving, lethargy, or disorientation?
Your total:
Parasite Risk Index
Status
Points
Recommendations
Mild Risk
< 10
If you are curious you can get your doctor to perform a parasitology stool test.
Eating a lighterliving â„¢ Probiotic bar a day or drinking a scoop of VegeLight will add over 8 billion CFU's of lighterliving â„¢'s unique blend of essential probiotics and fiber to promote good digestion, elimination and assist in the prevention (or removal) of parasitic infection.
Moderate Risk
10-30
A MODERATE score means that you are feeling mildly uncomfortable and may have symptoms that can sometimes get in the way of your daily activities. You may have a parasite.
If you are curious you can get your doctor to perform a parasitology stool test.
Eating a lighterliving â„¢ Probiotic bar a day or drinking a scoop of VegeLight will add over 8 billion CFU's of lighterliving â„¢'s unique blend of essential probiotics and fiber to promote good digestion, elimination and assist in the prevention (or removal) of parasitic infection.
You might also have a leaking gut. You can learn more about Leaking Gut by reading our articles and taking the Leaky Gut Survey.
Severe Risk
> 30
A SEVERE score means that you most likely have a parasite.
If you are curious you can get your doctor to perform a parasitology stool test.
Eating a lighterliving â„¢ Probiotic bar a day or drinking a scoop of VegeLight will add over 8 billion CFU's of lighterliving â„¢'s unique blend of essential probiotics and fiber to promote good digestion, elimination and assist in the prevention (or removal) of parasitic infection.
You might also have a leaking gut. You can learn more about Leaking Gut by reading our articles and taking the Leaky Gut Survey.
*The solutions we suggest may be helpful removing parasites and their associated symptoms, however, if you have a SEVEREscore we strongly recommend that you meet with your physician for a complete medical evaluation.
Quiz Source: The National Integrated Health Associates-Washington, DC
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