Anthelmintic herbs possess properties that destroy helminths and protozoa parasitic worms or prevent their growth or replication and can be used therapeutically in the treatment of helminthiasis. Colon helminths parasites, including the tapeworm, pinworm and whipworm, are parasitic worms that spend part of their life cycle in the large intestine. Protozoa are one-celled micro-organisms that can multiply inside your body and may lead to serious infections.

Infection of these parasites can cause significant damage and discomfort. These parasites can cause nutrient deficiencies and other health problems, such as fatigue, anemia, nausea and diarrhea. Conventional treatment includes drugs like mebendazole and albendazole, but they can have unpleasant side effects. Herbs that kill colon parasites may be useful for infestations. Consult a health care provider before starting herbal treatment for colon parasites.

Herbs with anthelmintic agents either expel or destroy parasitic worms (helminthes) in the body. Similar terms use to describe such anthelmintic properties include vermifuge, vermicide and taeniacide.

Herbs with these fighting abilities include