Episode 160: Cina – The Remedy for Parasites, Tantrums and Tummy Troubles with Jessica de Barco

Episode Description:

In this episode of Homeopathy 247, Mary welcomes her friend and fellow homoeopath, Jessica de Barco. Now based in Colombia and working exclusively online, Jessica shares her deep experience with one particularly powerful remedy—Cina.

Often known for its role in treating intestinal worms, Cina is far more than just a parasite remedy. Jessica explains how its emotional and physical reach can make a life-changing difference, particularly for children and families.

The Link Between Parasites and Emotions

Jessica explains that Cina is traditionally associated with pinworms and roundworms, especially in children. Classic signs include an itchy bottom, tantrums, bedwetting, and disturbed sleep. But in practice, many children don’t show those typical signs—symptoms like joint pain, headaches, or just emotional instability can also be clues.

She emphasises that parasite infections are far more common than most people realise. In many cases, only one family member is affected, despite good hygiene, suggesting a deeper susceptibility.

Cina as a Clearing Remedy

Jessica describes Cina as a clearing remedy, useful for starting the healing process. While it might help expel worms and calm behaviour, it’s often just the first step. Long-term resilience, especially gut health, requires further support with other remedies.

She also shares that children with autism or ADHD seem more prone to parasite issues, making Cina even more relevant in those cases.

Emotional Outbursts and Behaviour

Beyond the gut, Cina is a remarkable remedy for intense emotional behaviour. Jessica often sees children with directed aggression—tantrums aimed at siblings or parents, even hitting or throwing. It’s not random anger; it’s reactive, sharp, and often stems from internal restlessness.

Unlike remedies like Chamomilla, where the child is distressed due to pain, the Cina child is irritable from within, almost like their body is being invaded. Jessica notes this as symbolic of the parasitic presence—an energy that doesn’t belong.

A Memorable Case

Jessica shares a case of an 8-year-old boy with bedwetting, nightmares, fidgeting, and sudden violent outbursts. The mother felt helpless and overwhelmed. After a week on Cina, he passed worms, and within five weeks, he was calmer, more expressive, and more emotionally stable.

Jessica observed a physical transformation as well—the boy looked less pale and thin, had more energy, and even started thriving socially and academically. Cina opened the door to deeper healing, which continued with follow-up remedies.

Beyond Worms: Cina’s Other Uses

Cina also supports digestive discomfort, especially spasmodic pains around the navel, worse after eating. It’s useful during teething, sometimes resembling Chamomilla, but with more irritability and anger.

Jessica warns that if Cina doesn’t work, don’t give up on homoeopathy—it just means another remedy is more suitable. Remedies like Sulphur, Calcarea Carbonica, Teucrium, or constitutional support might be needed.

Jessica’s key message: Cina almost always has an emotional component. If you notice intense impatience, emotional outbursts, or behavioural disturbances alongside gut issues, Cina may be the remedy that helps bring balance—not just physically, but emotionally too.

Important links mentioned in this episode:

Visit Jessica’s website: https://www.jessicadebarcohomeopathy.com/

Know more about Jessica de Barco: https://homeopathy247.com/professional-homeopaths-team/jessica-de-barco/