Parasites can release a wide range of enzymes that can affect the body in different ways.
To sum it up, these enzymes can affect our immune system, when our immune system detects these enzymes, pathogens, parasites, etc. It releases Cytokines and Chemokines, which are proteins that trigger inflammation and/or growth of certain cells, in certain parts of the body, so that other immune cells that CLEAN, HEAL and REGENERATE can come and do their work, as well as grow and become stronger. So, Cytokine and Chemokines are very important proteins in our bodies. BUT, if they are constantly released by the body, it can lead to chronic inflammation, health complications, diseases, immune diseases, etc.
This is why we must cleanse from Parasites, to keep our immune system in harmony, and not in constant battle with these creatures, that are robbing us of our life force and depleting our health. The constant release of Cytokines because our immune system is detecting these creatures, can lead to health complications.
Some examples of enzymes produced by parasites and their effects include:
Collagenase: Produced by some types of helminth parasites, such as hookworms. Collagenase can break down collagen, a major component of connective tissue in the body, which can cause damage to the host's intestinal lining.
Cysteine proteases: Produced by many different types of parasites, including protozoa and helminths. Cysteine proteases can break down proteins and other molecules in the host's tissues, which can help the parasite to invade and establish itself within the host.
Trypsin-like proteases: Produced by some protozoan parasites, such as Entamoeba histolytica. Trypsin-like proteases can degrade host proteins and disrupt the intestinal lining, leading to diarrhea and other symptoms.
Chitinases: Produced by some helminth parasites, such as roundworms. Chitinases can break down chitin, a component of the exoskeletons of insects and other arthropods, which can help the parasite to migrate through host tissues.
Heme oxygenase: Produced by some protozoan parasites, such as Plasmodium falciparum, the parasite that causes malaria. Heme oxygenase can break down heme, a component of hemoglobin in red blood cells, which can lead to anemia and other symptoms.
Glutathione S-transferases: Produced by some helminth parasites, such as schistosomes. Glutathione S-transferases can help the parasite to detoxify host immune molecules and evade the host immune response.
Neuraminidase: Produced by some viruses, such as influenza viruses. Neuraminidase can cleave sialic acid from host cells, which can help the virus to spread and evade the host immune response.
Superoxide dismutase: Produced by some protozoan parasites, such as Leishmania spp. Superoxide dismutase can help the parasite to detoxify reactive oxygen species produced by the host immune response.
Secreted acid phosphatases: Produced by some helminth parasites, such as Fasciola hepatica, the liver fluke. Secreted acid phosphatases can help the parasite to disrupt the host's immune response and establish a chronic infection.
Cathepsin B: Produced by some protozoan parasites, such as Toxoplasma gondii. Cathepsin B can help the parasite to break down host proteins and evade the host immune response.
Elastase: Produced by some helminth parasites, such as the filarial worms. Elastase can break down elastin, a component of the host's connective tissue, which can cause tissue damage and inflammation.
Hyaluronidase: Produced by some protozoan parasites, such as the African trypanosomes. Hyaluronidase can break down hyaluronic acid, a component of the extracellular matrix, which can help the parasite to migrate through host tissues.
What happens when we constantly release Cytokines and Chemokines?
When the body is constantly releasing cytokines and chemokines, it can lead to a condition known as cytokine storm, which can cause a range of symptoms.
Some of the top 10 symptoms that can occur in cytokine storm include:
Fever: Cytokines and chemokines can stimulate the body's immune response and cause a fever, which can be a sign of inflammation.
Fatigue: The immune response triggered by cytokine storm can cause fatigue and weakness.
Headache: Headaches are a common symptom of cytokine storm, and may be caused by inflammation in the brain.
Muscle and joint pain: Cytokine storm can cause inflammation in the muscles and joints, leading to pain and stiffness.
Shortness of breath: In severe cases of cytokine storm, inflammation in the lungs can lead to shortness of breath and difficulty breathing.
Chest pain: Chest pain can also occur in severe cases of cytokine storm, particularly if the inflammation in the lungs is severe.
Nausea and vomiting: Cytokine storm can cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea and vomiting.
Skin rash: Some people with cytokine storm may develop a skin rash, which can be a sign of inflammation.
Confusion or disorientation: In rare cases, cytokine storm can cause neurological symptoms such as confusion or disorientation.
Organ failure: In severe cases, cytokine storm can lead to organ failure, particularly in the lungs, liver, and kidneys.
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