A healthy alternative to antibiotics
The world is facing "one of the biggest threats to modern medicine." In fact, a recently conducted s…The world is facing "one of the biggest threats to modern medicine." In fact, a recently conducted study says by 2050, thousands of people all around the globe will die because of antibiotic resistance that bacterial infections such as gonorrhea and pneumonia will be harder to treat.
Given this, the cry to stand up against antibiotic resistance is what health experts are advising everyone. Ways on how one can do that are: by not using antibiotics if you don't badly need it, by not taking antibiotic meds not prescribed by your doctor, by keeping your immune system strong, and finally by using natural antibiotics to fight your infection.
So why not choose for a healthier alternative? Here is a list of some of nature's gifts you must know of.
Garlic
The antibiotic properties of garlic are so effective that it can be used by people with diabetes, high blood or even AIDS to help them improve their health. According to How Stuff Works, its antibacterial and antiviral properties can be linked to a compound called allicin, which is a chemical compound produced from crushing or chopping a garlic. By taking in some few raw cloves a day, the body will be able to fight toothaches, flue, colds and even major diseases such as cancer and heart problems.
Grapefruit Seed Extract
Grapefruit seed extract is often used by women to help them lose fat and become more fit. But according to a study conducted, which is posted on NCBI, this small seed, can be used not just to help people look and feel great, but it can also make them healthier. In fact, the data gathered revealed how the seed contains anti-bacterial properties, which is effective in fighting gram-positive bacteria such as Enterococcus faecalis, Streptococcus pneumonia, and Staphylococcus aureus.
Apple-Cider Vinegar
Are you consistently experiencing a sore throat and other throat related problems? Why not mix an ounce of apple cider vinegar with water and gargle it for a minute or two? The antibiotic and the antiseptic properties in it will surely relieve your throat pain by killing the microbes that cause the infection. Taking in a dose of this natural remedy can also give you more energy, detox your body and help make your skin healthier since it can help in alkalizing your system.
Other natural antibiotics you definitely would want to have are horseradish, vitamin c, cinnamon, manuka honey, eucalyptus, ginger, and onion.
Source: BusinessTimes
