Helminthic therapy

Helminthic therapy is the deliberate introduction of parasitic worm larva into the human digestive tract in order to treat disease.

Theory

The hypothesis is that the human immune system has a long and complex relationship with the human gut microbiome and that changes to the microbiome, by reintroducing parasites that were once commonly present, may cause changes that are beneficial especially in relation to autoimmune disorders.

Evidence

There is no evidence to support the use of helminthic therapy for ME/CFS.

Risks & safety

Helminths risk bringing harm to their host.

Costs & availability

• Biome Restoration

Learn more

• Wikipedia - Helminthic therapy
• Guardian - Why a diet of worms could be good for you
• Helminth therapy for CFS? (CFS Remission)
• YouTube - Microbiome Research in Autism Spectrum Disorders

See also

• Microbiome
• Probiotics

microbiome The full collection of microscopic organisms (especially bacteria and fungi) which are present in a particular environment, particularly inside the human body.