Earthworms have been used for thousands of years by many cultures worldwide to treat seizures caused by high fevers, prevent anemia post-pregnancy, and ease the pain of arthritic joints.

Western science has confirmed earthworm’s ability to lower blood pressure and relieve blood stasis caused by fevers.

In many cultures, worms are a gourmet delicacy saved for elders and special occasions. Among their other nutritional attributes, they are 70-85% protein and high in iron and calcium, making them an important dietary food.

Find out more about earthworm’s culinary and medicinal properties, you may be surprised.