Thanks, Tim, for the link to this story in Kuro5hin, by an individual who claims to have cured himself of hay fever and asthma by deliberately infesting himself with hookworms.
This first-hand story, as its author notes, "isn't for the faint hearted and for some should not be read while eating."
But I recommend putting that afternoon snack down, and checking it out.
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