Extra virgin coconut oil has antibacterial, anti fungal and anti microbial properties. Coconut Oil Central recommends using coconut oil as an alternative treatment for ear infections. The oil can be dropped into the ear canal to fight infection as well as taken internally through cooking or added to smoothies and drinks. According to a study by V. M. Verallo-Rowell and colleagues published in a 2008 edition of the medical journal "Dermatitis," coconut oil is effective in killing viral and fungal infections. Please consult your physician before attempting home treatment of an ear infection with coconut oil.
Step 1
Fill an eye dropper with coconut oil.
Step 2
Drop a few drops of oil into the ear canal.
Step 3
Keep your head turned to the side to allow the oil to drip further into the ear canal.
Step 4
Move the jaw around and open and close the mouth to create space for the oil to move into the canal.
Step 5
Insert a cotton ball into the outer ear canal and leave it there for 20 minutes.
Step 6
Repeat this process twice daily until the infection has subsided.
Things You'll Need
- Coconut oil
- Eye dropper
- Cotton ball
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