Hookworms in the Home: A New Chapter in Helminth Therapy? The notion that certain parasites can alleviate symptoms of autoimmune diseases has been gaining traction for years.
Individuals like Alex Loukas have taken this idea a step further by intentionally infecting themselves with hookworms.
For some, this approach may seem radical, but for Loukas, it was an opportunity to experience firsthand the benefits he advocates. The concept of helminth therapy is rooted in the "old friends" hypothesis.