378: Parasite Cleanse 101: Do You Really Need One? Dr. Gundry on Symptoms, Testing & Safer Supplements

by Dr. Steven Gundry | Nov 18, 2025 | 0 comments

If I had a nickel for every time someone told me, “Dr. G, I know it’s parasites,” I’d be writing this from my own island.
But here’s the truth: in the vast majority of cases, parasites aren’t the villain.

In this episode, I walk you through what parasites actually do, why most tests miss them, and when they’re truly worth worrying about. Then we turn to something even more alarming: a new generation of herbicides — including diquat — that can damage your gut, your microbiome, and even your mitochondria… and never show up on a label.

Most importantly, I’ll show you how to protect yourself and support your body’s natural detox pathways without extreme cleanses or gimmicks.

Just a reminder: This podcast is for educational purposes—always consult your healthcare provider before making big changes.

On this episode, you’ll learn:

Where parasites really come from — and the surprising ways they can affect your energy, digestion, and overall health (4:10)
The real relationship between parasites and leaky gut — including the myth almost everyone gets wrong (6:00)
Exactly what steps to take if you suspect you have a parasite — including my top test recommendations (10:00)
Which natural parasite treatments I trust in my own practice (11:00)
The one supplement I designed for detox & parasites (15:20)
The shocking truth about one of the most toxic weed killers ever created — and how it’s sneaking into your food (18:20)
How the food industry gets you to consume harmful chemicals without even knowing — plus my top tricks to avoid them (23:30)
My recommendations to help your body detox and block dangerous particles from entering your system (28:00)

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