Podcast Summary: Miss Understood with Rachel Uchitel

Episode: Parasites: The Hidden Invaders Living Among Us?

Date: October 9, 2025
Host: Rachel Uchitel
Guest: Kim Rogers (aka "The Worm Queen")

Main Theme & Purpose

This episode pulls back the curtain on the world of parasites, challenging the pervasive misconception that they’re only a risk in developing countries or exotic locales. Host Rachel Uchitel invites Kim Rogers—viral “Worm Queen” and founder of Rogers Hood—to discuss her journey from debilitating illness and disillusionment with Western medicine to educating thousands about the prevalence, symptoms, and solutions for hidden parasitic infections in the US and beyond. Kim aims to change the narrative, revealing how everyday people may be affected and what can be done about it.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

Dispelling Parasite Myths in Pop Culture

• Increasing mention in mainstream health media and celebrity news (e.g., Brandi Glanville and the “facial parasite” controversy).
• Parasites aren’t just exotic or a product of foreign travel—millions of Americans have them, often undiagnosed.

Kim Rogers' Personal Story & Medical Background (04:12–05:50)

• Kim has 2 healthcare degrees and a background in Western medicine, but faced a mysterious, debilitating illness that numerous surgeries and conventional approaches couldn’t fix.
• Symptoms included severe swelling, gut issues, skin changes, and intense brain fog.
• Key Quote: “I went on TikTok and I scrolled, and I came across the gal’s video that said that I should do a parasite cleanse because it helped her mental health. And I did it. And within three days, in the toilet, I saw roundworm flukes and pinworms. And I knew right then that this was One of my issues.” (05:18–05:44)

Prevalence of Parasites in the US (06:30–07:54)

• Contaminants such as nematodes are often untested in US city water supplies.
• Eating raw fish (especially salmon), raw produce, walking barefoot, and pet ownership are all sources, not just foreign water or travel.
• Key Quote: “You can get parasites from the water anywhere in America... 100% of pet owners that have parasites have caught them from their pets.” (06:44–07:54)

Problems with Testing & Diagnosis (08:01–09:06)

• US testing is inaccurate and limited; some infections only show up on more sensitive or foreign lab tests.
• Routine blood work may show markers (e.g., elevated eosinophils), but few doctors are trained to connect these to parasitic infection.

Full Moon, Symptoms, and Parasite Activity (09:06–10:30)

• Symptom flare-ups often occur around the full moon due to parasites feeding on serotonin.
• Best time to test: during a full moon when activity is highest.
• Key Quote: “They’re literally hopping on a serotonin river... trying to find better waterfront property to lay more of their family.” (09:25–09:40)

Common Symptoms and Misdiagnosis (12:02–16:24)

• Includes: teeth grinding (especially at night), drooling, IBS, IBD, anxiety, bloating, fatigue, weight fluctuations, nutrient deficiencies, and even emotional impacts.
• Parasites absorb and steal nutrients—malnutrition and unexplained anemia can be a clue.
• Symptoms often dismissed as menopause, stress, or chronic illness by Western doctors.

Parasite Locations—Not Just in the Gut (19:03–21:41)

• Parasites can reside in the blood, tissues, muscles, and even cross the blood-brain barrier (e.g., brain tapeworm cases).
• Kim validates stories like Brandi Glanville’s: “What she is saying is a hundred percent legitimate. I have also seen things under my skin.” (20:45–21:00)

Parasite Cleansing: Philosophy and Practice (21:41–33:08)

• Kim’s “Purify” cleanse uses a combination of herbal tinctures and strategic binders to kill, flush out, and support the body through detox.
• Key herbs: wormwood (anti-parasitic), Oregon grape root (targets inflammation & heavy metals), among others.
• Biofilms (protective “houses” parasites build) must be broken down to make parasites vulnerable to elimination.
• Detailed process:
  • 30-day program; three herbal tinctures + binder for toxins.
  • Die-off symptoms (flu-like feeling, temporary discomfort) are normal.
  • “They can control your mind. They crave the sugar, they crave the salt. Not you, not your body. They do.” (00:36–00:50, 31:02–31:17)

Anecdotal Success & Impact Stories (28:35–29:47)

• Kim shares stories of clients whose health dramatically improved—one couple conceived after years of infertility post-cleanse.
• “Well, they have a one-year-old now and it was six weeks after they did our cleanse.” (29:41–29:47)

Scientific & Cultural Hurdles

• Western medicine rarely teaches about parasites; medical programs dedicate little time to the topic.
• The US doesn’t see itself as at risk due to assumptions about modern sanitation.
• Kim pushes for medical reform: “I actually hired a lawyer who is a lobbyist and my plan is to do some medical reform going forward.” (35:37–36:15)

Lifestyle, Diet, and Preventive Measures (31:02–33:08)

• Clean eating recommended during cleanses (avoid alcohol and processed foods).
• Even those feeling healthy can benefit due to the prevalence of environmental toxins and microscopic parasites.
• Recurrence is common due to constant exposure; regular cleansing (3–4 times/year) is advised.

Differentiating Parasite Cleanses from Regular Detoxes (37:09–38:54)

• Standard “juice” or “liver” cleanses don’t target parasites; specific herbal formulas with anti-parasitic properties are required.

Production, Business Growth, and Kim’s Mission (50:49–57:27)

• Kim’s journey from illness and poverty to creating a booming health business.
• She’s sold over 250,000 kits globally and continues to push public awareness.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Kim Rogers on Medical Blind Spots:
  “I taught thousands of people and I would avoid this conversation with people because there’s no way first world countries have it. But it’s a thing… We’re the best host and we’re the ones they want to go to.” (35:05–35:28)

• On Cognitive and Emotional Symptoms:
  “When they become active [in the small intestine], they make you feel unworthy. They make you question yourself, because that's where that emotion comes. So when you look at it in a holistic point of view… they’re alive… they don’t want to be known, because they want to stay in you where [you’re] the best host.” (19:03–19:45)

• Rachel Uchitel on Mind Control and Cravings:
  “They can control your mind. They crave the sugar, they crave the salt. Not you, not your body. They do.” (31:02–31:17)

• Kim’s Before and After Story:
  “Let me show you how sick I was ... My skin looks like this because I cleanse ... I do this often. I will do four a year, 30 days, and then ... I did this regimen, like, very... I was dedicated.” (44:13–45:17)

• Water Safety in the US:
  “I wouldn’t drink our water. I drink Mexico’s water before I drink our water.” (45:18–45:29)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Myths & Pop Culture: 00:16–01:36, 19:03–20:21
• Kim’s Personal Journey: 04:12–05:50, 50:49–52:01
• Testing & Diagnosis Issues: 08:01–10:30
• Symptoms & Red Flags: 12:02–17:45
• Parasite Life Cycle, Brain Impact: 19:03–21:41
• Explanation of Cleanse & Process: 21:41–28:08, 31:02–33:08, 37:09–38:54
• Anecdotal Testimonials: 28:35–29:47
• Advocacy & Reform: 35:28–37:09
• Business & Mission Details: 50:49–57:27

Tone and Style

Friendly, open, empowering, and slightly provocative—Kim embraces the “gross factor” while destigmatizing a taboo subject. Rachel brings curiosity and a willingness to question health dogma, making the subject approachable for listeners new to the topic.

Conclusion

This episode moves beyond pop culture headlines to spotlight the reality and risks of parasitic infections in developed nations, especially the US. It urges listeners to question conventional wisdom, explore overlooked causes of chronic symptoms, and consider regular, targeted cleansing as an overlooked cornerstone of health.

Whether you’re a skeptic or newly curious, Kim Rogers presents a robust case for re-examining how we source, test, and treat the hidden invaders living among us.