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Claire Foy Discloses Five‑Year Parasite Infection, Caffeine Quit, and Autoimmune Diet

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  • Foy won two Emmy awards and a Golden Globe for her portrayal of the late Queen in The Crown
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Five‑Year Parasite Infection Confirmed Claire Foy says she likely contracted intestinal parasites while traveling in Morocco and lived with the infection for “at least five years” before it was diagnosed, a timeline reported by both outlets [1][2]. She experienced unexplained weight loss that matched NHS‑listed parasite symptoms, prompting medical testing that revealed the organisms travel in pairs [1][2]. The prolonged infection coincided with an underlying autoimmune condition that later guided her dietary choices [1][2].

Natural Remedies and Caffeine Cessation After diagnosis, Foy avoided strong antibiotics and turned to natural remedies to eradicate the parasites [1]. She also gave up caffeine, cutting out roughly 15 cups of tea daily, because she believed it aggravated her gut issues [1][2]. Both sources note the caffeine quit formed part of a broader effort to reduce gastrointestinal inflammation.

Gluten‑Free, Low‑Sugar Regimen for Autoimmune Health Foy disclosed that she now restricts gluten and sugar to manage her autoimmune condition, eating them only occasionally when dining out [1][2]. She describes the diet as “very strict,” though she admits to occasional lapses that do not trigger allergic reactions [1]. The dietary shift aims to lower systemic inflammation rather than address specific allergies.

Revelation Shared on Table Manners Podcast Foy detailed her health journey on the “Table Manners” podcast hosted by Jessie and Lennie Ware, an episode released on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 [1][2]. The interview also touched on her upcoming film projects, including “The Magic Faraway Tree” and “Savage House,” underscoring her continued career momentum [2].

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c. 2020 – Claire Foy travels to Morocco, where she likely contracts intestinal parasites that later cause chronic weight loss and gastrointestinal issues, a fact she later attributes to the trip [1][2].

c. 2020‑2025 – The parasites remain undetected for at least five years, during which she experiences unexplained weight loss that matches NHS symptom lists for roundworms or giardia and continues a high caffeine intake of “at least 15 cups of tea a day” [1][2].

c. 2025 – After persistent symptoms, a doctor confirms the infection, telling her the organisms “travel as a pair,” which prompts her to seek natural remedies and begin dietary changes [2].

2025‑2026 – She quits caffeine entirely, cuts gluten and sugar to manage an autoimmune condition, and adopts a strict anti‑inflammatory diet, though she occasionally “falls off the wagon” when dining out [1][2].

Feb 4, 2026 – Foy appears on the Table Manners podcast and publicly discloses the five‑year parasitic infection, the caffeine cessation, and her dietary regimen, describing the parasites as “gross” and “absolutely rank” [2].

Feb 4, 2026 – She notes her recent award success—two Emmys and a Golden Globe for “The Crown”—and confirms she will star in the fantasy film “The Magic Faraway Tree” and the black comedy “Savage House” opposite Richard E. Grant, indicating ongoing career momentum [1].

Late 2026 – early 2027 (planned) – “The Magic Faraway Tree” and “Savage House” are slated for release, marking her next major film projects after the health revelations [1].

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