Parasite Menace, The: A Complete Guide to the Prevention, Treatment and Elimination of Parasitic Infection [Paperback]

Skye Weintraub ND (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 30, 2000

Parasites. The word typically conjures images of impoverished living conditions, foreign travel or questionable eating establishments. But the presence of parasites is much more common than most people think. Contaminated water supplies, poor hygiene, and ignorance, coupled with the presence of various commonly found parasites puts infection rates among North Americans as high as 85 percent, according to some experts. In The Parasite Menace, Dr. Skye Weintraub educates the reader about parasites: how to prevent infection, detect their presence, and rid ourselves of them by through diet and nutrition, herbal and supplemental therapies, and other natural practices. Dr. Weintraub also examines proper hygiene practices, water filters, proper food handling, immune system fortification, and other ways to decrease our risk of being infected with parasites.

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About the Author

Skye Weintraub, N.D., is a naturopathic physician with a private practice in Eugene, Oregon. She specializes in treatments of chronic health concerns, especially allergies and digestive disorders. She holds positions in various health organizations, including VP of her state's professional association. She is the author of numerous health related articles and four books.

Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Woodland Publishing; 1 edition (September 30, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1885670885
• ISBN-13: 978-1885670885
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.5 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #465,475 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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88 of 92 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must reading for the health-conscious, April 1, 2000

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Kelly R. Flaherty (Virginia, US) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Parasite Menace, The: A Complete Guide to the Prevention, Treatment and Elimination of Parasitic Infection (Paperback)

Dr. Weintraub does an excellent job in discussing, in layman's terms, the diseases caused by parasites, as well as their prevention and treatment. Although not publicized, most people in the world have at least one parasite, either of the worm or microscopic variety, and it is much more prevalent in the US than most people realize. Included are numerous statistics on incidences of parasite infestation around the world. Particularly, anyone who travels out of the country needs to read this book. Treatments are listed for each which include both conventional treatments as well as a large variety of alternative treatments. You cannot rely on your physician to automatically 'think' the possibility of parasites if you have a medical complaint, especially, if the symptoms are diffuse. And, even if testing is done, most laboratory tests do not show 'positive' the first time tested, even though the patient may have the parasite. Arm yourself with this book!

44 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars good information, but..., May 23, 2006

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D. Millikan - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Parasite Menace, The: A Complete Guide to the Prevention, Treatment and Elimination of Parasitic Infection (Paperback)

Skye Weintraub has definitely put together a great book. At first when she's identifying each parasite, she tells you the "conventional" way of treating each one--which upset me because she's an N.D. But I suppose the pharmaceuticals must be listed as well. Thankfully, later in the book she gives prevention advice as well as herbal remedies. I've learned a lot just researching the internet, but this book taught me even more. I am very glad I bought this book. I started treating myself before I got a hold of this and I wish I had read this first. I've made several mistakes, but hey--I'm still alive! Parasites-and getting rid of them-can be very dangerous. The problem is much more wide-spread than people realize. All these people with unspecified problems (fibromyalgia, CFS, IBS, colitis, etc.) would do well to purchase this book and find out the REAL cause of their ailments. I have been misdiagnosed for years and finally I had to diagnos and treat myself (obviously without using those horrible pharmaceutical drugs). I almost died because of parasites (don't know which ones) and the treatment. It is highly advised to find a good alternative care doctor (one that doesn't use drugs or surgery) before embarking on a cleanse, if in fact you are heavily infested as I am. As far as the reviewer who asked "where's the facts"--the book is not riddled with footnotes (which I appreciate). However, if you look in the back, Skye lists the books that she has used as reference. The only problem I have with the book is the fact that she recommends Grapefruit Seed Extract as a useful antimicrobial. Commercial GSE has been shown to contain methylparabens, triclosan, and benzethonium chloride. These chemicals make the GSE antimicrobial. DO NOT use commercially prepared GSE!!! In Dr. Weintraub's defense, the book was published (in 2000) about the same time as the study by von Woedtke (1999) which showed what the extract really contains; and before the study in 2001 by Gary Takeoka and his group, which confirmed the findings. If these studies were available to her, I don't think she would have recommended the use of GSE in her book. Thankfully, I am intelligent enough to do tons of research, not just trusting one book or source. All in all: a very good book, priced just right, and VERY much worth buying!!

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars parasite menace, August 24, 2007

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A. GEZER (Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Parasite Menace, The: A Complete Guide to the Prevention, Treatment and Elimination of Parasitic Infection (Paperback)

This book is excellent abot how paraties find their way into our body and clearly explains how to avoid them and get rid of them/ Great book indeed
very educational. after reading it we surely changed our way of handling food and hygeine and prevention in our daily lives.Highly recommend it to those who want to live healthy and learn about the world of parasites that live in our body.