Eliminating Parasites, Ringworm, and Staph

For Improved Health and Jiu-Jitsu Performance

April 20, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 7 minutes

Parasites, ringworm, and staph infections are more than just nuisances—they can significantly impact your health and athletic performance, especially in a physically demanding sport like jiu-jitsu. These issues can sap your energy, slow recovery, and even affect your mental focus on the mats. Fortunately, by addressing them through a combination of anti-parasitic treatments, advanced diagnostics, and holistic lifestyle changes, you can unlock new levels of vitality and performance. In this newsletter, we’ll explore how eliminating these health disruptors can enhance your jiu-jitsu journey.

Understanding Parasites, Ringworm, and Their Impact

Parasites, such as worms, can wreak havoc on your body by causing fatigue, nutrient deficiencies, and chronic inflammation. These effects are particularly detrimental for athletes, as they drain the energy and resilience needed for intense training. Detecting parasites is notoriously difficult—standard stool tests often miss infections, and the concept of pleomorphism (where parasites change forms to evade detection) further complicates diagnosis.

  • Live Blood Phase Contrast Microscopy: This advanced diagnostic tool offers a solution by visualizing microscopic parasites in live blood samples. Invented by Nobel Prize winner Frits Zernike in 1953, it provides a detailed view of parasitic activity that standard tests often overlook. However, it’s rarely available through conventional doctors, as the medical system tends to prioritize standardized diagnostics aligned with pharmaceutical treatments. Some argue this reflects the influence of the pharmaceutical industrial complex, which may favor profitable, standardized drug deployment over innovative tools like live blood microscopy.

Ringworm in Jiu-Jitsu: Ringworm (dermatophytosis) is a common fungal infection in jiu-jitsu, thriving in the sport’s close-contact, sweaty environment. It presents as red, itchy, circular rashes that can spread and disrupt training. While caused by fungi, not worms, ringworm may respond to broad-spectrum anti-parasitic drugs like fenbendazole, which disrupt microbial metabolism.

Both parasites and ringworm can reduce stamina, slow recovery, and impair focus—critical factors for jiu-jitsu success.

Staph Infections in Jiu-Jitsu: A Common Concern

Staph infections, caused by Staphylococcus bacteria, are another prevalent issue in jiu-jitsu. These bacteria live on the skin and can cause infections when they enter through cuts or abrasions, ranging from minor skin irritations to serious conditions like MRSA.

  • Contributing Factors:

    • Sugar Consumption: High sugar intake weakens the immune system, making it harder to fight off infections like staph. It also promotes inflammation, increasing susceptibility.

    • Heat from Training: The intense isometric contractions in jiu-jitsu generate heat and sweat, creating a warm, moist environment ideal for bacterial growth.

    • Skin-to-Skin Contact: Constant physical contact increases the risk of bacteria transferring between training partners.

  • Personal Observation: After taking mebendazole for the first time, a noticeable pimple emerged, suggesting a possible connection between parasite elimination and skin flare-ups. This could indicate an immune response or detoxification process, though it’s anecdotal and not scientifically proven.

  • Prevention and Management:

    • Shower immediately after training and keep skin dry.

    • Wash gear regularly and avoid sharing towels or equipment.

    • Reduce sugar intake to strengthen immunity and minimize inflammation.

    • Seek medical attention promptly if a staph infection occurs.

Why Parasite and Fungal Prevention is Overlooked in Humans

Farmers and veterinarians routinely deworm livestock and pets to maintain health and productivity, yet routine parasite prevention isn’t standard for humans. Why?

  • Possible Reasons:

    • Lack of awareness about human parasitic infections.

    • Diagnostic challenges, as standard tests are often unreliable.

    • Systemic healthcare issues, including reliance on pharmaceutical-driven treatments.

  • Critique of the Medical System:

    • In Canada, well-paid doctors rarely prioritize affordable anti-parasitic drugs like fenbendazole or ivermectin, favoring more expensive options.

    • Medical education emphasizes memorization over critical thinking, potentially limiting exploration of alternative treatments.

    • The pharmaceutical industry’s influence may steer diagnostics and treatments toward profitable drugs, sidelining cheaper, effective options.

Is this a flaw in medical education or a deliberate strategy by Big Pharma? The debate continues.

Key Anti-Parasitic Treatments

Anti-parasitic drugs, endorsed by integrative medicine experts like Dr. Thomas Lodi and Dr. William Makis, offer promising tools for parasite elimination. These drugs, widely used in veterinary medicine, are affordable and have minimal side effects when used appropriately, though human use requires medical oversight.

Dr. Lodi’s Recommendations

Dr. Thomas Lodi advocates for fenbendazole, ivermectin, praziquantel, and niclosamide in parasite cleanses and exploratory cancer treatments. His insights emphasize their broad-spectrum effects and potential to disrupt microbial metabolism DrLodi.com.

Dr. William Makis’ Cancer Protocols

Dr. William Makis, a Canadian physician, uses anti-parasitic drugs to treat aggressive cancers. His protocols, shared on X (@MakisMD), include:

  • Ivermectin Doses (6 days on, 1 day off weekly for 3+ months):

    • Low-grade cancers: 0.5 mg/kg, 3x/week

    • Intermediate-grade: 1 mg/kg, 3x/week

    • High-grade: 1–2 mg/kg daily

  • Fenbendazole: 1000 mg, 3x/week

  • Mebendazole: 1000 mg daily for brain cancers

These treatments are experimental and controversial, so consult a healthcare provider before considering them makis-md.com.

Fenbendazole

  • Overview: Veterinary drug for worms, possibly effective against ringworm.

  • Mechanism: Disrupts sugar metabolism in parasites/fungi.

  • Sourcing: Vet supply shops.

  • Cost: Cheaper than mebendazole.

  • Safety: Minimal side effects when used appropriately.

Ivermectin

  • Overview: Broad-spectrum drug for parasites, possibly fungi.

  • Mechanism: Paralyzes parasite nervous systems.

  • Sourcing: Vet supply shops.

  • Cost: Affordable.

  • Safety: Few side effects when used correctly.

Praziquantel and Niclosamide

  • Overview: Recommended by Dr. Lodi for comprehensive cleanses.

  • Mechanism: Praziquantel disrupts tapeworms; niclosamide inhibits parasite energy production.

  • Usage: Combined with fenbendazole/ivermectin for broader efficacy.

Personal Experiences with Anti-Parasitic Treatments

  • Fenbendazole: Self-treated with 3 tubes over 2 weeks. Experienced temporary pain in elbows, joints, and shoulders that subsided.

  • Ivermectin: Tried it but noticed minimal effects.

Disclaimer: These are personal anecdotes, not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting any treatment.

Addressing Ringworm: Castile Soap and Alkaline Nutrition

  • Castile Soap:

    • Cleans ringworm-affected skin with natural antifungal properties.

    • Application: Wash daily, rinse thoroughly, keep skin dry.

  • Alkaline Nutrition:

    • Ringworm thrives in acidic environments (e.g., high-sugar diets).

    • Solution: Adopt an alkaline diet (leafy greens, avocados, almonds, cucumbers, low-sugar fruits) to restore pH balance.

    • Benefits: Boosts immunity, reduces inflammation, supports skin health.

The Sugar Connection

Sugar fuels parasite, fungal, and bacterial growth. Reducing sugar intake starves these organisms, stabilizes energy, reduces inflammation, and enhances recovery—key for jiu-jitsu performance.

Practical Steps for Elimination

  • Anti-Parasitic Drugs: Use fenbendazole, ivermectin, etc., under medical supervision.

  • Ringworm Actions:

    • Use Castile soap daily.

    • Apply antifungal creams if needed.

    • Maintain mat/gear hygiene.

  • Staph Actions:

    • Shower post-training, keep skin dry.

    • Reduce sugar intake.

    • Monitor skin after antiparasitic use.

  • Nutrition: Low-sugar, alkaline, nutrient-dense diet.

  • Lifestyle: Hygiene, clean water, infection prevention.

Benefits for Jiu-Jitsu Practitioners

  • Increased energy and endurance.

  • Faster recovery, less soreness.

  • Clearer skin, fewer outbreaks.

  • Sharper focus and resilience.

Conclusion

Eliminating parasites, ringworm, and staph can transform your health and jiu-jitsu performance. Explore these protocols with professional guidance and share your experiences with the community.

Disclaimer: Anti-parasitic drugs are not FDA-approved for human use in these contexts. Consult a healthcare provider before starting any protocol.