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Prevention and Natural Methods Against Brain-Eating Amoeba Prevention and Natural Methods Against Brain-Eating Amoeba (Naegleria fowleri) Naegleria fowleri , also known as the brain-eating amoeba , is a rare but dangerous microorganism found in warm freshwater environments. It can cause a fatal brain infection called Primary Amoebic Meningoencephalitis (PAM) . Although infections are extremely rare, most cases are fatal, making prevention the most important strategy . This article explains prevention tips, natural methods to reduce risk, and common myths surrounding the brain-eating amoeba. What is Brain-Eating Amoeba? Brain-eating amoeba is a single-celled organism that thrives in warm freshwater. It enters the body through the nose and travels to the brain, where it destroys brain tissue. It does not spread through drinking contaminated water , only through nasal exposure. Habitat: Warm freshwater, hot springs, soil, and poorl...