Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 1

Coconut milk has traditionally been used in some cultures as a remedy for intestinal parasites, including tapeworms. This use is primarily rooted in traditional medicine practices in regions where coconuts are abundant, such as parts of South Asia and the Pacific Islands. The belief is that coconut milk, often consumed with castor oil, helps expel parasites from the digestive tract. Historical records and ethnobotanical surveys mention coconut products (including coconut milk and coconut oil) as part of folk remedies for various parasitic infections.

However, scientific evidence supporting the efficacy of coconut milk against tapeworms or other intestinal parasites is very limited. Most research has focused on coconut oil or its medium-chain fatty acids (such as lauric acid), which have demonstrated some antimicrobial activity in laboratory settings. There is a lack of rigorous clinical studies specifically examining coconut milk as an antiparasitic agent in humans. As a result, while its use is grounded in tradition, the strength of evidence from scientific studies is weak (rated 1 out of 5).

In summary, coconut milk’s use for treating tapeworms is primarily traditional rather than scientifically validated. Anyone suspecting a parasitic infection should seek medical advice and rely on proven antiparasitic medications.

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