“Worming yourself” sounds bonkers, but a few friends swear they feel lighter, less bloated and sleep better after a herbal cleanse. I dug into the research (spoiler: thin) and road-tested four Amazon UK options so you don’t have to.
Quick reality check
- UK parasitic infections are rare; see your GP for symptoms like persistent gut pain or unexplained weight loss.
- Herbal blends are not licensed medicines—effects are anecdotal.
- If you’re pregnant, on meds or immune-compromised, skip and ask a clinician first.
What I looked for
- Wormwood + Black Walnut + Clove (classic trio)
- ≥ 500 mg combined actives per serve
- UK/EU manufacturing & third-party tests
- Capsules (no bitter tinctures—thanks but no thanks)
| Slot | Key actives / serve | Servings | Cost / serve* | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget – Roundway Wormwood + Black Walnut + Clove, 60 caps | 600 mg blend | 60 | ~£0.20 | Buy |
| All-Rounder – NutraScout Paracel Intestinal Guard, 60 caps | 900 mg trio + garlic & cranberry | 60 | ~£0.42 | Buy |
| Premium – Health4All 3-Step Gut Cleanse, 270 caps | Separate Wormwood, Black Walnut, Clove phases | 270 | ~£0.13 (but £35 upfront) | Buy |
| Friend’s Pick – NutraScout Detox Cleanse, 60 caps | 800 mg blend + papaya & pumpkin seed | 60 | ~£0.40 | Buy |
*Prices checked 11 July 2025, may change.
Why they made the cut
Budget – Roundway
Solid 600 mg dose in a vegan capsule, made in the UK. Two-month supply for about the price of a takeaway. Mild herbal smell but no after-taste.
All-Rounder – NutraScout Paracel
Highest total actives here (900 mg) plus garlic for extra punch. Capsule size is “horse pill” large—have water ready!
Premium – Health4All 3-Step
Three bottles: start with Wormwood, then Black Walnut, finish with Clove. Lets you ramp slowly if your gut is sensitive. GMP-certified Lancashire facility.
Friend’s Favourite – NutraScout Detox
Adds papaya seed & zinc (popular TikTok extras). Mid-range price, one-capsule regimen. Lab-tested batch numbers printed on the bottle.
7-Day “Feel-it-out” plan
- Day 1-2: One capsule with breakfast.
- Day 3-4: Add a second capsule at dinner if no cramps or nausea.
- Day 5-7: Maintain, hydrate (2 L water/day) and note energy, bloating, sleep.
If side-effects hit—pause, halve dose, or stop.
So, worth it?
I didn’t expel any terrifying hitch-hikers, but I did feel less puffy and my post-meal burping calmed down. Placebo? Maybe. Misery? None. If you’re curious, pick the budget bottle for a gentle test drive; step up to premium only if you respond well.
Transparency
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases (tag markweb05-21). Not medical advice—see your GP for real diagnostics.