What’s REALLY in the Water? 6 Parasites to Watch For

If you’re all about pools, beaches, and boating (like me!), you need to know about these waterborne parasites that could be wrecking your gut - even if you never feel sick right away.

👇 Quick + gross facts:

💩 1. Cryptosporidium The most common U.S. water parasite.

❗ Diarrhea, stomach cramps

🧬 Chlorine-resistant & spreads person-to-person

🛁 2. Giardia #1 waterborne infection worldwide.

💨 Bloating, greasy floating poop

🧠 Can trigger fatigue, IBS, even cognitive issues

💧 Found in contaminated water + food 🥬

3. Cyclospora Think: explosive diarrhea

⚠️ Often from tap water or contaminated produce like basil, cilantro & salad mixes

🌎 Linked to global travel + imports

🦠 BONUS: Parasites That Swim Into Your Skin 😱

These creepy-crawlies don’t even need you to swallow them - they penetrate right through your skin in water:

🐌 4. Schistosoma – found in freshwater lakes/rivers & cause gut, bladder, and liver issues

🔥 5. Strongyloides – tiny larvae in wet soil or water that sneak in through bare feet and travel to your intestines

🌊 6. Cercarial Dermatitis (Swimmer’s Itch) – bird parasites in U.S. lakes that cause a red, itchy rash when they try to infect you

🧼 Just because the water looks clean doesn’t mean it is. These bugs are chlorine-resistant, sneaky, and everywhere. Click here to learn how to detox! 

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