Parasitic Worms May Not Be All That Bad

Ingesting parasitic worms isn’t anybody’s idea of dinner. New evidence suggests that these parasitic worms cause the body’s immune system to react, which in turn helps heal damaged tissue and reduce inflammation. Surprising results have been shown in people with damaged lung tissue, stemming from Pneumonia.  

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