Since penicillin was discovered in 1928, the antibiotic has represented one of the most important findings in medicine, providing a solution to infections caused by bacteria.
The antibiotic is still a fundamental treatment in medicine. However, excessive consumption of antibiotics can be dangerous for health, since bacteria can create resistance to them.
In addition, the inappropriate use of antibiotics, that is, taking them even if it is not the appropriate treatment, also causes bacteria to become resistant.
In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warn that at least a third of human antibiotic use is unnecessary or inappropriate.
On the other hand, there are some natural elements that have certain antibacterial properties. However, scientific evidence is insufficient to determine the use of these remedies as antibiotics.
Therefore, before making any decision, it is essential that you go to your doctor for consultation.
Do you know the best natural antibacterials?
First: oregano oil
Although more evidence is needed to approve its use, the action of wild oregano oil (Origanum vulgare) against infections caused by different microorganisms has been investigated.
This type of oil is golden or dark yellow in color, with a strong pungent odor.
How to use?
Foot or nail fungus
Add a couple of teaspoons of oregano oil in a bathtub with hot water and submerge the feet 10 minutes. Another option is to mix a drop of this oil with a teaspoon of olive oil and then apply it directly to the feet and nails.
Parasites and infections
Mix a drop of this oil with a teaspoon of olive oil and put it under the tongue. Maintain this position and rinse. Repeat 4 times a day.
Sinusitis
Put a few drops of oregano oil in a pot of boiling water and inhale the steam.
Second: garlic
Without a doubt, the quintessential natural antibacterial is garlic, as found by research that has evaluated its effectiveness against various bacteria and parasites.
In addition, its powerful antioxidant action also influences the reduction of LDL cholesterol
How to use?
You should eat raw garlic on an empty stomach to take advantage of all its benefits.
NOTE: To enhance its effectiveness, it is recommended to use it together with the lemon.
Third: turmeric
The turmeric is widely used in traditional medicine because of its spice properties anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antioxidant and antibacterial.
How to use?
- There is evidence of the gastroprotective action of turmeric against helicobacter pylori bacteria, common in peptic ulcers and gastritis.
Fourth: honey bee
In case you did not know, raw honey is considered one of the best natural antibacterials that we can find.
In addition, there are controlled trials in which it is found that bee honey could be used for different infections such as those caused at the intestinal level.
How to use?
- It can be used as a topical antibiotic in pressure ulcers on the skin.
- Honey has a positive action in reducing the cavity caused by bacteria responsible for dental plaque.
- Honey may reduce the risk of infections caused by different types of bacteria, such as those caused by staphylococcus aureus or helicobacter pylori.