(NEXSTAR) – If talk of binders, wormwood and “scrubbing your gut microbiome” sound familiar, you may have seen one of the many TikTok videos promoting so-called “parasite cleanses.” A common theme in ...

Ancient reptilian carnivores that resembled modern crocodiles were fearsome hunters, but their scaly armor and sharp teeth couldn’t protect them from parasites, scientists have discovered.

Advocates for the latest health trend claim a specific diet or supplement regimen will rid the body of parasites, but experts urge caution. So-called “parasite cleanses” frequently trend on TikTok, ...

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