Worm infections, known as Krimi Roga in Ayurveda, are a common health problem affecting both children and adults. These occur when parasites such as roundworms, threadworms, hookworms, or tapeworms settle in the intestines, causing weakness, abdominal pain, and nutritional deficiencies.
If worm infection is ignored, it can lead to many serious diseases. These parasites can cause nutritional deficiencies, anemia, digestive problems, weakened immunity, and in severe cases, damage to vital organs. Early detection and timely treatment are important to prevent long-term health complications.
While modern medicine mainly focuses on killing the worms with deworming tablets, Ayurveda offers a deeper perspective. It not only targets the elimination of worms but also strengthens digestion, balances the body’s energies, and prevents recurrence. At Kalpataru Ayurvediya Chikitsalaya™, treatment is based on authentic Ayurvedic principles, combining personalized therapies, herbal medicines, and dietary guidance to ensure long-lasting relief and improved overall health. Panchakarma Treatment is an essential part of this holistic approach, especially for chronic or severe cases.
Understanding Worm Infections in Ayurveda
In Ayurveda, worm infections are described as “Krimi Roga.” Krimis are classified into two broad types:
Bahya Krimi (External worms): worms affecting skin, hair, and external organs.
Abhyantara Krimi (Internal worms): worms residing inside the body, mostly in the digestive tract.
According to Ayurvedic texts, weak digestion (Mandagni) and imbalance in Kapha and Vata doshas create an environment where worms can thrive. Improper eating habits, unhygienic lifestyle, and poor immunity further worsen the condition. This is similar to how other Allergy Treatment and Scalp Psoriasis cases arise from internal imbalances and lifestyle factors.
Common Symptoms of Worm Infections:
Abdominal pain and bloating
Frequent indigestion or constipation
Loose motions or worm passage in stool
Itching around the anal region (especially at night)
Loss of appetite or unusual food cravings
Anemia, weakness, or fatigue
Teeth grinding during sleep in children
Restlessness and irritability
Ayurveda's Wider View: Going Beyond Deworming
Nidana Parivarjana (Removing the cause): Ayurveda first focuses on eliminating the root causes like unhygienic food, contaminated water, and poor lifestyle habits. Correcting these prevents worms from multiplying in the body.
Deepana & Pachana (Improving digestion & metabolism): A weak digestive fire (Agni) allows worms to thrive. Ayurvedic therapies strengthen digestion and metabolism, making the gut environment unsuitable for worms.
Krimighna Dravyas (Anti-parasitic herbs): Ayurveda uses herbs like Vidanga, Neem, and Palasha that naturally destroy intestinal worms. These medicines work gently without harming the body or causing side effects.
Rasayana (Rejuvenation): After cleansing, Rasayana therapy rebuilds strength, improves immunity, and nourishes tissues. This ensures lasting protection against reinfection and enhances overall vitality.
Ayurveda also addresses other conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteo Arthritis, Leucoderma, and Kidney Stone, emphasizing prevention and root-cause management along with therapeutic intervention.
Ayurvedic Treatments for Worm Infections at Kalpataru Ayurvediya Chikitsalaya™
For proper Ayurvedic treatment of worm infection, a minimum of three weeks of therapy is necessary. This is because even after eliminating the worms, their eggs may still remain in the body. A continuous three-week treatment not only helps in reducing these eggs but also destroys the favorable environment in which worms can grow, ensuring more effective and long-lasting relief.
At Kalpataru Ayurvediya Chikitsalaya™, Pune, worm infections are managed with a holistic approach that not only removes the parasites but also restores balance, strengthens digestion, and prevents recurrence. Panchakarma Treatment is particularly recommended for chronic infestations, alongside therapies for conditions like Piles & Fissure, Utricaria, and Other Diseases.
Herbal Medicines (Krimighna Ausadhi)
Ayurveda prescribes specific herbs known for their Krimighna (anti-parasitic) action. At Kalpataru, customized herbal formulations are prepared depending on the patient’s age, strength, and symptoms:
Vidanga (Embelia ribes): A time-tested herb with strong anthelmintic properties that directly acts on intestinal worms.
Neem (Azadirachta indica): Purifies the blood, clears toxins, and kills parasites naturally.
Haritaki, Pippali, and Ajamoda: These herbs improve digestion, regulate bowel movements, and create an intestinal environment where worms cannot thrive.
Additionally, Ayurvedic herbs such as Palash, Triphala, Chitrak, Bhallataka (Bibba), Shunthi (dry ginger), Jeera (cumin), and Dikamali are commonly used to help reduce worm infections and improve digestive health. These herbs are also beneficial for managing Constipation, Ulcerative Colitis, Migraine And Headaches, and Fatty Liver naturally.
Importance of Anupan in Worm Infection Treatment
In Ayurveda, Anupan (the medium used along with medicine) plays a vital role in enhancing the effectiveness of treatment. For managing worm infections, jaggery is used as an Anupan. When medicines are taken with a coating of jaggery, the worms in the intestine are naturally attracted to it. As they consume the jaggery-coated medicine, the therapeutic action of the herbs works more effectively, leading to the elimination of the worms from the body.
Panchakarma Therapies
For chronic or recurrent worm infestations, Panchakarma treatments are used to deeply cleanse the system:
Virechana (Therapeutic purgation): A gentle herbal purgative that flushes out worms and toxins from the intestines, giving long-term relief.
Basti (Medicated enema): Strengthens the intestinal walls, removes parasites, and balances Vata dosha, which often gets disturbed in worm infections.
Shirodhara / Abhyanga (if required): In children or patients with irritability, disturbed sleep, or restlessness due to chronic infestations, calming therapies like oil massage or shirodhara are suggested to restore mental peace and sound sleep.
These therapies also support management of Metabolic Disorders, Obesity, Fungal Infections, and Joint Issues by restoring internal balance and improving immunity.
Diet & Lifestyle Advice
Diet plays a crucial role in the management of worm infections. Foods that increase Pruthvi (Earth) and Aap (Water) Mahabhuta in the body should be strictly avoided, as they create a favorable environment for worms to thrive. Patients at Kalpataru Chikitsalaya receive personalized guidelines:
Eating fresh, warm, and easily digestible food to keep digestion strong.
Avoiding excess sweets, junk food, cold, dairy products, fried food, refrigerated food, raw or unwashed vegetables, which encourage worm growth.
Drinking boiled and filtered water to avoid reinfection.
Daily use of natural worm-preventing foods like garlic, ajwain, turmeric, or black pepper in small amounts.
Simple hygiene practices, such as handwashing before meals and trimming nails regularly, are also emphasized.
This holistic approach also supports management of Cosmetic Treatment, Plaque Psoriasis, and Scalp Psoriasis, as proper diet and lifestyle correction reduce inflammation and skin imbalances.
Rasayana Chikitsa (Rejuvenation Therapy)
After the worms are expelled, it is important to restore the body’s strength and immunity. For this, Rasayana medicines (Ayurvedic rejuvenators) are prescribed:
Improve appetite and digestion.
Strengthen the intestines and immune system.
Prevent recurrence by creating natural resistance against parasites.
Benefits of Ayurvedic Treatment for Worm Infections
Natural, safe, and suitable for children as well as adults
Focus on root-cause treatment, not just temporary relief
Strengthens digestion and immunity
Prevents recurrence of infections
Improves overall health, energy, and concentration
Conclusion
Worm infections may look simple, but if ignored, they can affect nutrition, immunity, and growth, especially in children. Ayurveda provides a complete solution, not just by killing worms but by strengthening the digestive system, correcting lifestyle, and boosting immunity.
At Kalpataru Ayurvediya Chikitsalaya™, Pune, under the guidance of Dr. Manoj Deshpande and Dr. Aparna Deshpande, we offer authentic Ayurvedic treatments for worm infections and other digestive disorders with proven results. If you or your child is suffering from symptoms of worm infection, don’t delay treatment. Call us today: +91 9422068682 / +91 97648 37167 / 020-24480625. Or simply click on Book an Appointment. Experience safe, natural, and long-lasting relief with Ayurveda at Kalpataru Ayurvediya Chikitsalaya™.
