There is no doubt that antibiotics are a major discovery in medicine. Starting from the discovery of Penicillin in 1928 until now, antibiotics are a quick solution for bacterial infections.
Reporting Medicalnewstoday, Monday (5/3/2018) there are 7 natural antibiotics are safe to use. What are they? Here's the description:
Garlic
Cultures around the world have long known garlic because of its prevention and healing powers.
Research has found that garlic can be an effective treatment against various forms of bacteria, including Salmonella and Escherichia coli (E. coli). Garlic has even been considered for use against drug-resistant TB.
Honey
Since the time of Aristotle, honey has been used as an ointment that helps to heal wounds and prevent or pull out the infection. Health professionals today feel helpful in treating chronic injuries, burns, ulcers and bedsores.
The antibacterial effect of honey comes from its hydrogen peroxide content. A study in 2011 reported that the most famous type of honey inhibits about 60 types of bacteria. It also shows that honey managed to treat infected wounds with methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus.
Ginger
The scientific community also recognizes ginger as a natural antibiotic. Several studies, including one published in 2017, have demonstrated the ability of ginger to fight many strains of bacteria. Researchers also explore the power of ginger to overcome seasickness and nausea and lower blood sugar levels.
Echinacea
Native American healers and other traditional healers have been using Echinacea for hundreds of years to treat infections and wounds.
A study published in the Journal of Biomedicine and Biotechnology reports that Echinacea purpurea extract can kill many types of bacteria, including Streptococcus pyogenes (S. pyogenes).
S. pyogenes is responsible for strep throat, toxic shock syndrome, and "meat-eating disease" known as necrotizing fasciitis.
Goldenseal
Goldenseal is usually consumed in tea or capsules to treat respiratory and digestive problems including diarrhea and urinary tract infections.
In addition, recent research results support the use of goldenseal to treat skin infections. In the laboratory, goldenseal extract is used to prevent methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus virus that damages tissue.
Someone who uses prescription drugs should see a doctor before taking goldenseal, because this supplement can cause interference. Goldenseal also contains berberine, an essential component of natural antibiotics. This alkaloids are not safe for babies, or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Clove
The study found that an effective clove water extract eradicated various types of bacteria, including E. Coli.
Oregano
Some people believe that oregano boosts the immune system and acts as an antioxidant that may have anti-inflammatory properties.
While researchers have not verified this claim, several studies have shown that oregano is a more effective natural antibiotic, especially when it is made into oil.
