Warning before you press play: we wouldn't recommend eating while listening to this episode… While we don't go into great graphic detail about our topic today and the… final result… we just wanted to forewarn you if you are easily squeamish about bowel related topics. Anyway, let's talk parasites. It can be extremely uncomfortable to think about something growing inside of you but the truth is, a vast majority of women we've been working with go through parasite cleanses even if they aren't flagged after a GI Map. These women feel good and bad in waves in their health and already have their bases covered. What is a parasite? Parasites are organisms that utilize their host for nutrition and survival. You may be thinking — we live in a first-world country where parasites aren’t a thing, but let me tell you why that thinking is primarily wrong. It is estimated that upwards of 70% of people might have parasitic infestations and they can manifest as various symptoms. Since testing is lacking, it’s really difficult to pinpoint. If you struggle with chronic bloating, fatigue, anxiety, low energy, and other “mystery” symptoms, you may need to dig deeper than just the title of irritable bowel syndrome. We'll discuss everything parasite related in this episode, my experience going through a parasite cleanse, and why I feel like a new woman!  Time Stamps:  (1:22) Warning Beforehand (1:48) A Story about SpongeBob Before We Get Into It (3:12) Recent Parasite Issue (6:17) Parasite Cleanse (7:54) 70% of Individuals Might Have a Parasite (9:02) Full Moon Effects (14:30) How the Parasite Cleanse Went and The Process (19:36) A Foot Long Worm Dispensed (22:52) Let Me Know If You Enjoyed This---------------------Follow @vanessagfitness on Instagram for daily fitness tips & motivation. ---------------------Download Our FREE Metabolism-Boosting Workout Program---------------------Join the Women’s Metabolism Secrets Facebook Community for 25+ videos teaching you how to start losing fat without hating your life!---------------------​Click here to send me a message on Facebook and we’ll see how I can help or what best free resources I can share!---------------------Interested in 1-on-1 Coaching with my team of Metabolism & Hormone Experts? Apply Here!---------------------Check out our Youtube Channel!---------------------Enjoyed the podcast? Let us know what you think and leave a 5⭐️ rating and review on iTunes!