A typical antibiotic is associated in two ways – on the one hand, as an almost necessary medicine to be used in the case of certain diseases, on the other hand, as a means that destroys the natural bacterial flora in the body and can cause general weakness. However, there are also natural antibiotics that do not cause undesirable effects and at the same time strengthen the condition of our body. Garlic is the best known, but it’s good to know about these less obvious natural antibiotics as well. It is worth going back to the methods of our grandmothers to find something that will heal without the use of unnecessary chemicals, or simply strengthen and support the fight against diseases.
- Pickles. In any form – both sauerkraut and cucumbers. It is a real source of health and vitality, simple to make and easy to store. Sauerkraut contains a lot of valuable vitamin C, as well as other nutrients that help cleanse the entire digestive tract. Pickled cucumbers have a similar effect, which additionally lower blood pressure, because they contain magnesium and potassium.
- Honey. Many of us certainly remember that in childhood, grandmothers and mothers used honey in various forms during illness – on a sandwich, in hot milk, dissolving in water with lemon. No wonder, after all, honey has amazing bactericidal properties, so it will eliminate bacteria that wreak havoc in the body during illness. The most healthy is manuka honey, which has an additional anti-inflammatory effect.
- Cabbage. Not only pickled, but also plain, often underestimated. It has unique properties – perfect for detox and cleansing the entire body, antibacterial, supporting the immune system and supporting immunity.
- Onion. Although after eating it in its fresh form, the breath does not smell too good, it has an antiseptic and antibacterial effect on the body. It is perfect for colds, and the home-made syrup prepared from it will cure many ailments, e.g. troublesome cough.
- Cinnamon. Indian spices are a real source of health in general, e.g. ginger and cardamom, but it is cinnamon that has been used for centuries as a way to eliminate pathogenic bacteria. In addition, it has a lot of antioxidants, thanks to which it strengthens the whole body and slows down the aging process.
- Ginger. It must take a place next to cinnamon, because it perfectly warms the body, thanks to which it will help to “sweat” the disease, it also prevents stomach problems and motion sickness, as well as soothes pain and eliminates inflammation.
- Sage. Rinses and compresses with sage will cure problems with the oral cavity, as well as the respiratory system, because sage perfectly eliminates the bacteria present in them. In addition, it supports the body in the treatment of flu and colds, as it helps to reduce high temperature during fever, and relieve pain and ailments in stomach problems.