Natural Antibiotics Natural Antibiotics: Information, Research, Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Note: The information on this page is relevant for human holistic applications. Please discuss with your holistic vet which food items, if any, are safe and effective for pets.
The information is given for reference only - consult a healthcare practitioner before incorporating any alternative treatment protocols into your treatment plan. Disclaimer.
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🌱 Herbal Anti-inflammatories
Natural Antibiotic Remedies
🌾 Alfalfa (Organic)
It alkalizes and detoxifies the body, especially the liver, and contains an anti-fungal agent. An excellent appetite stimulant and overall tonic, and an excellent source of chlorophyll and vitamins.
🌵 Aloe
Known for its healing and antimicrobial properties. Excellent for topical applications and internal healing support.
🍎 Apples
Significantly lower or normalize cholesterol and triglycerides. Contain anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory agents.
🫧 Australian Tea Tree Oil
This essential oil possesses amazing antimicrobial properties. In one study of children's ear infections, doctors found a mixture of essential oils to be more effective than neomycin. May be applied directly to wounds.
⚠️ Do not use on birds - some toxicity has been identified.
🌶️ Cayenne
An overall digestive aid containing liberal amounts of Vitamins A, C, B-complex, calcium, phosphorous, and iron. It is anti-inflammatory and helps arthritic conditions.
🌸 Echinacea Herb
Kills a broad range of disease-causing pathogens, including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and protozoa.
🧄 Garlic
Virtually unbeatable at preventing and fighting infection (viruses, bacteria, fungi, parasites). The National Cancer Institute is currently researching it for its anti-tumor properties. It helps to eliminate lead, zinc, and other toxins from body tissues.
🌼 Goldenseal Herb
Strong antibiotic properties. Has a long history of use in infections including bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic. Staph, strep, E. coli, Vibrio cholera, Giardia lamblia, and even tuberculosis bacterium have proven sensitive to this herb.
💧 Hydrogen Peroxide
Soak any infections or cuts in 3% for five to ten minutes several times a day. Even gangrene that would not heal with any medicine has been healed by soaking in hydrogen peroxide. Put half a bottle in your bath to help rid boils, fungus or other skin infections.
⚠️ For human treatment only - don't use on pets.
🌿 Licorice Root
Antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory. In one Japanese study, strains of Staphylococcus aureus that proved resistant to penicillin and streptomycin were inactivated by licorice root extract.
🍯 Vinegar
A versatile natural antibiotic with multiple health benefits and antimicrobial properties.
Antibacterial / Antiviral / Anti-inflammatory / Antiseptic / Antioxidant Foods
Cod Liver Oil • Natural Antibiotics • Apples • Apple Cider Vinegar • Bartlett Pears • Blueberries (oxygen radical absorption capacity value of 2,400 per 100 grams, rich in anthocyanins, ellagic acid and phenolic acids. Help fight bacteria that can cause urinary tract infections) • Cranberries • Collard Greens • Eggplant (fruit okay, leaves toxic to birds) • Health Benefits of Flax Seeds • Garlic • Fennel Bulbs • Green Beans • Kale • Kiwifruits • Lemons & Limes • Raw Honey • Vitamin E • Mustard Greens • Olive Oil (instead of other oils) • Olives • Onions (toxic to birds) • Oranges • Papaya • Parsley • Pineapple • Plums • Prunes • Raisins (*Note: Raisins have the potential of toxicity in pets if fed in too high a quantity. Caution is advised) • Raspberries • Sea Vegetables / Sea Weed • Sweet Potatoes • Spinach • Swiss Chard • Strawberries (organic only) • Tomatoes (leaves and stem are toxic to birds) • Yogurt