Let's Talk About Tapeworms!
- parasitemamma
- Jun 24
- 3 min read
Tapeworms are in the helminth category, which means they have a well-developed organ system and can be seen with the naked eye.
If you're not familiar with the different categories of parasites, you can find my blog past about it, here.
Tapeworms are also called cestodes, or flatworms. These guys & their larvae (eggs) can be found in lots of areas of the body, including the tissues! They can live in you for up to 30 years & can grow up to 28 inches in length (although some reports say there have been some as long as over 20 feet)!
They affect your digestive system, your nervous system, blood, lymph nodes, immune system, joints, muscles, connective tissues, eyes, brain, liver, small intestine, large intestine/colon, muscles, bones, respiratory system, and urogenital system.
How do we get exposed to tapeworms?
One of the most common ways we are exposed is by undercooked pork! Although any undercooked meat & fish can possibly spread the larvae.
Keep in mind, tapeworm larvae can also be found on vegetation, so don’t think a vegan/vegetarian diet is going to save you!
We can also get exposed by feces that is contaminated with the eggs. The contaminated feces can be spread by food, water, or from our pets.
Other things that can spread tapeworm larvae are birds, rodents, rabbits, reptiles, cattle, sheep, & goats.
What do tapeworms & their eggs look like?
When you pass visible tapeworms in the toilet they are usually flat, have ridges, and
are thicker (like a piece of tape). When you pass them in the toilet, they are typically
2-28 inches long.
Remember, parasites can self-destruct when they feel threatened and they can secrete an enzyme that dissolves their body and their DNA, upon leaving your body, so it's very common to not see larger parasites (like tapeworms) pass in the toilet. It's also very common for them to be hidden inside your stool, or to come out in smaller, broken-up sections.
Tapeworm eggs look like little seeds and can be black, brown, tan, whitish, or
yellowish in color.
Here are some pictures of tapeworms and eggs from my clients:
So, should we live in fear of tapeworms?
Please don't! In fact, I‘m not even telling you that you need to avoid eating a rare steak, or stop enjoying sushi, for the rest of your life!
Remember, we’re meant to live in harmony with parasites and living in fear is a lower-vibrational emotion that is only going to allow them to thrive in your body!
Parasites get overgrown in us for a reason and you can cleanse until you're blue in the face, but that's only going to harm your body in the long run. Plus, they will keep coming back, until you focus on making your body inhospitable to an overgrowth.
Yes, we want to address an overgrowth, but cannot forget to address WHY they got overgrown in the first place!
Here's my blog post with more info on that:
If you've never done a parasite cleanse before, please start here:
If you've seen tapeworm activity in your toilet, or you're dealing with health issues that can be caused by tapeworms and you want help, please don't hesitate to reach out to me. I offer a 20 minute consult for FREE, with no obligation ever attached!
Remember, there's NOT a one-size-fits all approach to dealing with parasitic overgrowth, including tapeworms. Every situation is unique, so some people do better on homeopathics, others on herbals, and some do best on a combo of both!
There are LOTS of flushes and cleanses being promoted online, but it's best to work with a knowledgeable practitioner, so you can address it safely, gently, and effectively!
*Nothing in this post is medical advice. This is for educational purposes only.
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