7 Foods that Act as Natural Antibiotics

Foods as natural antibiotics? Have you ever wondered what we did or what we used for the treatment of illness before the invention of antibiotics? The medicines people used were all natural then. The antibiotics that we use were all invented during the 40s but, before that, people used herbs to fight illness. According to ‪Ayurveda, ‘Food is medicine’. So, Let’s have a look at the foods that act as natural antibiotics that are hiding in the kitchen.

Garlic:

It keeps your heart healthy. Besides having many antibiotic properties, it has many other uses. It helps in fighting cancer, helps the immune system and has balanced cholesterol levels. Mainly, it helps in fighting the flu because it kills the bacteria in the body. More than 3 to 4 garlic cloves are not recommended every day.

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Oregano:

When you think of Oregano, you immediately think about sandwiches and pizzas. Oregano has antibacterial properties that also help in weight loss. The oil of oregano also has many good effects. The oil is anti-bacterial and anti-viral. The oil can help fight infections and can be used to treat menstrual cramps, headaches, and heartaches.

Cabbage:

It is a member of the cruciferous family which, means it can fight cancer well. It has all the vitamin c your body needs. The greatest benefit of having cabbage is it helps your digestion process really well. Since it is high in protein; it is good for your health too.

Turmeric:

Turmeric is a natural antiseptic and antibiotic that has historically been used as a herbal solution to treat everything.
Honey: Honey which is also tasty to eat is good for fighting infections and treating wounds. It also helps to reduce toxins in the liver.

Ginger:

Studies have shown that fresh ginger really does have an antibiotic effect against foodborne pathogens. Often, our moms make us have ginger extract which helps stop stomach-related issues and boosts our health.

Coconut oil:

It helps in having the ideal amount of sugar in the body. Coconut oil also helps in maintaining the immune system and cholesterol levels.

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