{"id":59931,"date":"2011-12-07T01:00:55","date_gmt":"2011-12-07T06:00:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=59931"},"modified":"2013-08-16T12:32:43","modified_gmt":"2013-08-16T17:32:43","slug":"4-natural-antibiotics-to-add-to-your-diet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/12\/4-natural-antibiotics-to-add-to-your-diet\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Natural Antibiotics to Add to Your Diet"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>When it comes to antibacterial agents, natural medicine really shines. While there are hundreds of natural antibiotics of varying degrees of strength, here are some of my faves:<\/p>\n

Garlic<\/strong>\u2014A natural antibiotic, antifungal, and antiviral agent, garlic is a great addition to your diet, particularly at this time of year. While garlic contains potassium and germanium, two minerals that are critical to good health, it is best known for its sulphur compounds, particularly allicin. These are the main phytochemicals that boost immunity and act as natural antibiotics. So, ladies and gentlemen, start chopping\u2014garlic that is. It\u2019s time to throw some fresh garlic into your favorite soup, stew, chilli, stirfry, meat or veggie dish. Forget garlic powder. Most of its health benefits are long gone.<\/p>\n

Oregano Oil<\/strong>\u2014The King of natural antibiotics, study after study proves the effectiveness of oregano oil<\/a><\/strong>. Of course, like anything, product strength can vary drastically. Some products are actually marjoram and not oregano at all. So, choose a reputable brand backed by research. I like North American Herb and Spice Company\u2019s blend called P-73, which includes wild, high potency oregano harvested in harsh conditions. That might not sound like a big deal but harsh conditions usually spell stronger active ingredients in the plant, since the health-building phytochemicals frequently comprise the plant\u2019s immune system.<\/p>\n

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Three volumes of research by Paul Belaiche found that oregano oil killed 96% of all pneumococcus bacteria, 92% of all neisseria, proteus, and staphylococcus bacteria. Some strains of neisseria are responsible for diseases like gonorrhea or meningitis. Proteus is a type of intestinal infection, and staphylococcus is the culprit in some types of food poisoning. Oregano oil eliminated 83% of streptococcus and 78% of enterococcus, which are linked with strep throat, scarlet fever, rheumatic fever, toxic shock syndrome, cystitis, wound infections, and anorexia.<\/p>\n

Olive Leaf Extract<\/strong>\u2014Olive leaf, like many other natural antibiotics, is also a good antiviral, making it an excellent choice when the nature of the microbe is not completely known. Drs. O. and B. Lee at the Department of Biomedical Science at CHA University in Korea, found that olive leaf extract was potent against various microbes. Additionally, their research showed olive leaf exhibited free radical scavenging abilities. Free radicals are linked with aging and disease.<\/p>\n

Green tea<\/strong>\u2014One of the active ingredients in green tea, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), has been identified in research as an effective agent against certain strains of oral bacteria. Since green tea<\/a><\/strong> has many other health benefits, including an impressive ability to break down excess fat in the body, it\u2019s a great natural antibiotic to add to your daily diet. For best results, be sure to swish it around in your mouth.<\/p>\n

Also Read:<\/strong><\/p>\n

12 Foods with Super Healing Powers<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Foods with Naturally Occurring Antibiotic Properties Ward Off Illness<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Lower Your Cancer Risk by 44 Percent<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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By Michelle Schoffro Cook for Care2.com<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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