Every day, the human body is attacked by many microorganisms, which at first glance seem harmless, but this is not so. Pathogenic bacteria as well as viruses cause serious illness. A favorable condition for their reproduction is a weakened human immunity. When the body does not have the strength to fight, then natural antibacterial substances come to the rescue - a special type of antibiotic for the treatment of various diseases that have a natural composition.
Few people realize that in nature there are products with antibiotic properties. Like synthetic drugs, herbal antibiotics have their own spectrum of action.
What are antibiotics?
Antibiotics are called substances that have a detrimental effect on the pathogens that inhabit the human body. By origin, antibiotics are synthetic, semi-synthetic, or natural. The main goal that is pursued during the period of taking antibiotics is to suppress the reproduction of bacteria and their growth.
Phytoncides are biological substances that are formed by plants and have antimicrobial properties. That is, if the grass (plant) contains volatile, then it has antibiotic properties and is inherently an antibiotic.
What types of antibiotics (natural) are the strongest?
The list of potent natural antibiotics that are available to absolutely everyone is given below:
- Garlic is the undisputed leader on this list. The concentration of phytoncides in the composition of the product is high, they are very active. The composition of the fragrant vegetable includes more than 400 compounds useful to the human body. Garlic is widely used not only as a medicinal product, but also as a prophylactic. Herbal antibiotics - the natural substances found in garlic - help the body cope even with tuberculosis. Active components and chemical compounds activate the cells of the immune system and fight free radicals. Additionally, garlic has an antioxidant effect on the body.
- Onions along with garlic can destroy many different pathogenic microorganisms. The action of the vegetable helps to normalize the intestinal flora. Also, onions fight boils and puffiness on the skin. Fresh onion juice contains many useful elements whose main properties are antibacterial and antiviral.
- Radish (including black) is a powerful antibiotic of plant origin. Fresh radish juice has a powerful antiseptic effect, effectively heals damage to soft tissues, as well as abscesses with purulent contents. Raw fresh juice is recommended for use in various diseases, ranging from coughing to cystitis. Moreover, radish juice has a beneficial effect on poor digestion and poor metabolism. A medicinal drink is not to everyone's taste, so honey is allowed to be added to it. People with stomach problems must consult a physician before using radish juice.
- Turmeric is a seasoning, a type of natural antibiotic that came to us from India. For treatment, only the rhizomes of the plant are used. Turmeric has wound healing and anti-inflammatory properties. Effective in the fight against dermatological diseases. When taken orally, it has a beneficial effect on digestion and the functioning of the urinary system.
- Ginger is a herbal antibiotic. The root crop in the form of bizarre figures, mainly in the form of dry powder, is used for sanitation of the oral cavity, treatment of the upper respiratory tract, as a restorative during an epidemic of colds. It is used in raw form, as a seasoning, used for inhalation, grinding, in the form of tinctures. Real ginger essential oil is in demand in aroma lamps.
- Propolis (aka bee glue) is a powerful herbal antibiotic. The beneficial and healing properties of propolis cannot be described in the whole book. The range of uses is very wide: colds, skin diseases, treatment of the oral cavity, etc.
- Honey is a potent antibiotic given to people by nature itself. Available in every home. The composition of the product includes diphencin-1 - a substance that has a strong antibacterial effect. The remaining components of honey greatly enhance the effect of diphencine, making the beekeeping product the most useful.
- Echinacea is a garden plant with purple flowers. Its beneficial properties are very wide. Echinacea is used as an antiviral and antibacterial agent. It is effective for influenza, inflammation of the oral cavity, for diseases of the urinary tract and even poisoning with poison. Recent laboratory studies prove that Echinacea is a plant with antibiotic properties. In the finished form is presented in the form of teas, tinctures and capsules.
Each product from the list of herbal antibiotics has a complex effect on the body, so they are often used to treat not only internal organs, but also entire systems.
Chamomile flowers
The most common medicinal plant in our climate is field chamomile. Sold in every pharmacy, growing in every field. Chamomile flowers are used for preventive and therapeutic purposes.
The most used forms:
Ointments and compresses are often made from chamomile flowers. Flowers have anti-inflammatory and disinfectant properties. External use guarantees effective healing and analgesic effects. Inside, chamomile is mainly used for colds and as a sedative in combination with other herbs.
Salvia officinalis
A fragrant plant that is rich in essential oils and tannins. Used for disorders of the gastrointestinal tract and for the treatment of respiratory organs. Sage - an antiseptic, is in demand in the treatment of dermatological diseases, as well as burns and boils. Baths with the addition of grass or sage essential oil - an effective remedy for bleeding with hemorrhoidal disease.
Nettle
Since ancient times, our ancestors used nettle - one of the natural antibiotics. Nettle leaf infusion is widely known as a wound healing agent and as a composition demanded for poor sputum discharge for respiratory diseases.
Powdered plant seeds in the form of a powder are a natural antibiotic used in diseases of the upper respiratory tract and impaired renal function. In the form of a compress of leaves, folk healers use nettles for radiculitis and pulling muscle pain.
Horseradish
Not included in the list of herbal antibiotics with a potent effect, although the antiviral characteristics of horseradish help to quickly cope with diseases of the upper respiratory tract. Horseradish contains nutrients in large quantities:
- potassium;
- calcium;
- phosphorus;
- ascorbic acid;
- keratin.
Allyl mustard oil is obtained from crushed horseradish, which has a pronounced phytoncide effect.
Blueberry
Small blue berries are used as a painkiller and antipyretic in traditional medicine, as well as a natural antibiotic in the treatment of diseases of the genitourinary system.
The active components of the composition of blueberries block pathogens, reducing the possibility of their reproduction. It is strongly recommended to use it fresh during inflammatory processes in the body. And fruit drinks and blueberry jam are an excellent remedy for kidney diseases.
Basil
Natural broad-spectrum antibiotic, known worldwide for its disinfectant and antibacterial properties. Often used as a prophylactic against infections in the gastrointestinal tract. Effective during colds to facilitate the release of sputum, reduces coughing attacks.
Basil helps to eliminate problems with sleep and nervous tension. It must be remembered that exceeding the established daily dosages leads to a lowered body temperature. As a rule, basil is used as a seasoning for the bulk of meat dishes, as well as freshly added to salads. A great advantage of basil is that the herb does not lose its qualities during heat treatment, unlike other potent natural antibiotics. But freezing is detrimental to the healing qualities of basil.
Garnet
The fruit, which has an anti-inflammatory effect, is used for anemia and indigestion. For treatment, use juice. In cases with increased acidity of the stomach, the juice is diluted with water. Serves as an aid in the treatment of bronchitis, pneumonia and other respiratory infections. Astringent properties of the fruit can accelerate the withdrawal of sputum.
Tannins - substances that are contained in large quantities in pomegranate, have an anti-inflammatory effect on the whole body. It is also known that with moderate consumption, pomegranate improves the functioning of the pancreas. Just one pomegranate or a glass of pomegranate juice per day cleans the blood as efficiently as possible.
Raspberries
Raspberries are not only one of the most delicious, but also the most wholesome. Harvested for the future, they are an indispensable product for residents of Russia in the winter. Raspberry jam with antibacterial action is often used during colds as an antipyretic and anti-inflammatory agent. Raspberries - a natural type of antibiotic for children, without limitations and contraindications.
It gives high results in the fight against respiratory infections and colds. Reduces pain in joints. Most useful in raw form. In addition to berries, leaves that have antimicrobial activity are also used. Use raspberry leaves for making infusions.
Lingonberry
This wild berry is a naturally occurring antibiotic with a rich composition. Use lingonberry as a bactericidal agent for the treatment of diseases of the genitourinary system. The berries and leaves of the plant have equally useful qualities.
It contains more than 70 substances, and benzoic acid, which is contained in large quantities, has the very antibacterial properties that turn the berry into an antibiotic. A powerful antioxidant prevents the body's cells from aging. Lingonberry is a champion in the content of vitamin A in the composition. She has the second place in the content of vitamin C, second only to lemon.
Cranberry
Fresh juice of cranberry berries is a natural antibiotic. Its antiviral and antibacterial properties allow the berry to be used in the fight against bacteria on the walls of the bladder (cystitis). Therefore, cranberries are part of some drugs for the treatment of cystitis based on plant antibiotics. Along with lingonberries, cranberries have antioxidant properties and are a source of ascorbic acid.
Representatives of traditional medicine in China are very fond of cranberries, where the berry is recognized as the best natural antibiotic. Cranberries are widely used as an independent remedy for treatment. The list of restrictions is minimal.
Mumiye Altai
The action of the Altai mummy is similar to propolis. There is an opinion that the mummy is a product of the life of Altai bees, but there is still no reliable information regarding its origin. The Altai mummy is sold through pharmacy chains. Before using inside, the mummy is diluted with water or taken in the form of capsules, and for external use it is combined with creams or ointments.
Icelandic moss
The composition of the moss is enriched with sodium usninat, which by nature is considered a plant antibiotic. It has pronounced antibiotic features even when diluted with water in the proportions of 1: 2 000 000. The effect of moss at such a low saturation is considered phenomenal. In addition, a higher concentration of the product can easily overcome even tubercle bacillus. The high content of vitamin B12 in moss strengthens the work of sodium usninate. Often used to treat infectious diarrhea.
It is known from history that during the Second World War, hospitals successfully treated gangrene with moss.
Meadowsweet
Recent studies by the Institute of Naturopathy have confirmed the antiviral properties of the herb. Meadowsweet can destroy the flu virus and stimulate the body's own immunity. It is also known that the timely use of meadowsweet leads to the cure of herpes, including genital.
Meadowsweet can reduce the period of acute respiratory viral infections to three days. The use of hepatitis and pancreatitis of a viral occurrence brings the body into positive dynamics. Especially effective is tincture of meadowsweet.
Yarrow
The action of grass when ingested is due to the bacteriostatic effect that can destroy:
- white staphylococcus;
- Proteus;
- enterobacteria.
The composition of grass flowers is enriched with vitamin C, volatile and tannins.
Lemon, Grapefruit and Other Citruses
In addition to the high content of vitamin C, citrus fruits include a considerable amount of essential oils, which have antibacterial properties and have a detrimental effect on pathogenic bacteria. Citruses are an excellent preventative measure during the period of the flu epidemic and colds. Good remedy for hypovitaminosis.
Moreover, grapefruit grains extract contains powerful plant antibiotics that can withstand 800 bacterial strains and more than 100 types of mushrooms.
Cinnamon
Traditional seasoning for sweets, as well as meat dishes. Gives special taste and aroma to freshly brewed coffee.
Fragrant cinnamon has antimicrobial properties. A natural product originally from India contains antibiotic properties. It is widely used as an immunomodulator and tonic.
Red viburnum
Autumn-winter berry, which acquires sweetness after the first frost. A powerful antibiotic of natural origin.
The substances contained in viburnum effectively cope with the following diseases:
- angina;
- flu;
- pneumonia;
- bronchitis.
A good remedy for vitamin deficiency, is antipyretic. Use by adding dried or fresh berries to tea.
Natural antibiotics on pharmacy shelves
Most people make the mistake of believing that pharmaceuticals are solid synthetics and chemistry. Antibiotics from the penicillin species group are obtained through biosynthesis, in other words, during the purification and stabilization of microorganism vital products.
Benzylpenicillin is a product of the vital activity of mold fungi. Streptomycins are derived from bacteria that live in the soil. This suggests that tablets from pharmacies can have a natural beginning. As a rule, the synthetic composition is the drugs of the latest generations.
Elixir "Shuang Huang Lien"
Natural immunomodulator with antiviral effect - Shuang Huang Lian elixir, a herbal antibiotic. The drug is complex, developed as a prophylactic in the cold season, is intended to treat various diseases. Elixir has a gentle, but highly effective effect on the body, fighting various viruses and bacteria. The natural composition allows the use of the elixir not only for adults, but also for children, as well as for pregnant and lactating women. Testing confirmed that the drug has no contraindications, except for individual intolerance to the active components of the drug. The plant antibiotic in its composition has only three active substances:
- Suspended Forsythia is a plant similar to Japanese sakura. Natural stimulator of the body's immunity, which has antibacterial activity. It has been shown to be highly effective for influenza, bronchitis and other diseases of the upper respiratory tract, as well as for urological and gynecological problems in the body.
- Japanese honeysuckle - a plant that grows on the land of eastern countries. Used as an independent tool in the form of compresses, tinctures, add dried grass to teas. It has a good diuretic effect, fights bacteria, eliminates sore throats, heals wounds in the mouth, and has a general strengthening effect on the body during colds. It is considered natural aspirin.
- Baikal Scutellaria is a plant from Northeast Asia.Contains flavonoids, which have a pronounced antithrombotic and antiviral effect. The action of the herb is aimed at lowering blood pressure, relieving bouts of seizures and nervous tension, eliminating insomnia. Beneficial effect on the work of the respiratory tract. It is especially widely used in the treatment of asthma, allergies and the cardiovascular system.
A natural drug from the form of antibiotics comprehensively affects the body, fights infections and pathogenic bacteria. After using the Shuang Huang Lian elixir, the intestinal microflora does not suffer, as is the case with most other antibiotics, therefore there is no risk of dysbiosis.
Essential oils
Many essential oils have bactericidal properties, for example:
- tea tree;
- medicinal sage;
- cloves;
- rosemary and others
Essential oils are obtained from plants, which by their nature are powerful antibiotics. The spectrum of action of antibiotics from the form of essential oils is very wide, the actions are not only antibacterial, but also antimicrobial. Oils are used in aroma lamps for disinfecting the room and enhancing the body's protective properties, for taking baths, added to food (high-quality oils), and also enrich cosmetics in skin care, and are used to treat dermatological problems.