Myrrh for Parasites: Benefits, Uses & Scientific Evidence

Myrrh is a plant resin extract whose use dates back to biblical times. The Commiphora or Balasmodendron myrrha trees populate the Mediterranean region, and the sap leaks from fissures in the bark of the plant. It has a host of medicinal properties, from having a calming effect on the nerves, curing mouth sores and gingivitis and having strong antibacterial properties, to being a medically proven treatment for certain blood flukes. Blood flukes are flatworm parasites that inhabit the bloodstream of mammals.

Things You'll Need

• Myrrh
• Water or alcoholic beverage
• Teaspoon
• Measuring cup

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Instructions

• 1

  Purchase myrrh in as pure a form as you can find from herbal pharmacies. It is sold as an essential oil, a powder or a gum. The powder is the form recommended for use to treat parasites as it is easily dissolved and more palatable. You can also take it as a tincture.

• 2

  Dissolve one to two teaspoons of powder in a cup of boiling water. Allow it to steep 15 minutes. You may also stir approximately 2 milliliters of the extract into an alcoholic beverage.

• 3

  Take the tea or the tincture up to three times per day for as long as needed or as advised by your doctor.