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title: "Understanding Parasites: Sources, Types, and Their Impact on Health"
date: 2026-09-14T16:00:00Z
modified: 2026-09-14T16:00:00Z
permalink: "https://elizabethyarnell.com/understanding-parasites-sources-types-and-their-impact-on-health/"
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author: Elizabeth
timestamp: 2026-09-14T16:00:00Z
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​ Elizabeth Yarnell delves into the often-overlooked world of parasites, explaining how they can be acquired through travel, contaminated water, and even local sources. She explores various types of parasites and recounts notable outbreaks in the United States, highlighting their significant impacts on health and behavior. Elizabeth offers a glimpse of the upcoming episode, encouraging listeners to engage and share their experiences. The episode concludes with a reminder to subscribe and share the podcast, emphasizing the role of community in identifying hidden triggers of chronic inflammation and autoimmune conditions. The Inflammation Investigator: Chronic Illness & Autoimmune