Contents:
- Medical Video: Stop Taking Antibiotics, This Homemade Natural Antibiotic Is Twice As Effective
- 1. Honey
- 2. Garlic extract
- 3. Clove oil
- 4. oregano oil
- 5. Thyme oil
Medical Video: Stop Taking Antibiotics, This Homemade Natural Antibiotic Is Twice As Effective
Antibiotics have antibacterial properties that can be used to kill or inhibit bacterial growth. Antibiotics are commonly found in the form of drugs. However, actually some natural ingredients around you are found to have this antibiotic property. What natural antibiotic ingredients are available around you? Check out the list below.
1. Honey
Honey is the oldest natural antibiotic ever found. Since ancient times, Egyptians often use honey as a natural antibiotic and skin protector. Honey contains hydrogen peroxide which can act as a component of antibacterial substances.
In addition, honey has a low pH level so that it can function to draw moisture from bacteria, so the bacteria are dehydrated and will die.
To use honey as an antibiotic, apply it directly to the area of the infected body. Genuine honey can help kill bacteria and help the healing process.
If an infection occurs inside the body, you can drink honey to help with the healing process. You can swallow it directly or mix it in a cup of warm tea. However, honey should not be given to babies for less than one year because honey may contain bacteria that can produce toxins in the baby's intestines. This can cause botulism in infants.
2. Garlic extract
Garlic is a natural substance as an antimicrobial. A study published in the journal Applied and Environmental Microbiology in 2011 found that the compound in garlic was effective against bacteria. Therefore, it is not surprising that garlic is often used as a natural antibiotic from ancient times.
You can buy garlic extract at an herbal store or you can also make it yourself by soaking some garlic cloves in olive oil.
Garlic is generally safe for consumption. However, too much garlic can cause internal bleeding. Two garlic cloves per day can still be received by the body properly.
If you are taking blood thinning medications, consult your doctor before using garlic as an antibiotic. Because, garlic in large doses can strengthen the effect of blood thinning.
3. Clove oil
Reporting from the Brazilian Journal of Microbiology, clove oil has antibacterial properties. Clove oil was found to inhibit the growth of gram negative bacteria and gram-positive bacteria. Because of this nature, clove oil can be used as a natural antibiotic to fight bacteria. Not only can it fight bacteria, but clove oil also has antifungal properties and has antioxidant components in it.
4. oregano oil
Reporting from the Healthline page, oregano is thought to increase the immune system and act as an antioxidant that has anti-inflammatory properties. Unfortunately, there are no studies that prove this truth. However, several studies show that oregano oil has properties such as antibiotics.
In addition, oregano oil has a compound called carvacrol. Carvacrol has an important role to play in the growth process of infection when inhaled by the body. Oregano oil is often used to heal wounds (ulcers) in the stomach and relieve inflammation.
5. Thyme oil
This oil is proven to help fight bacteria. In the 2011 Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, the researchers tested the efficacy of thyme oil and compared it to lavender oil. Both of these oils were tested in more than 120 strains of bacteria. Some of the bacteria tested are Staphylococus, Escherichia, and Enterococcus.
The researchers found that thyme oil was more effective in killing bacteria than lavender essential oil. This thyme oil is used only for external use. Before applying it to the skin that has inflammation and irritation, thyme oil must be dissolved first. Dissolve thyme oil into coconut oil or olive oil.
Remember, herbal medicines are not always safe for everyone. Especially if you have certain conditions or allergies. If you do experience symptoms of a bacterial infection such as fever, see a doctor. Then ask your doctor whether you can take natural antibiotic drugs to speed up healing and what are the side effects.
Without the supervision of a doctor or herbalist, you are not advised to treat yourself with natural antibiotic drugs.
