Bacteria are microscopic one-celled organisms that can be harmful or beneficial. Harmful bacteria, if the levels are too high, often cause health disorders and need to be removed from the body. Health disorders that are caused by harmful bacteria include strep throat, tuberculosis, urinary tract infections and sinus infections, among others, according to the Mayo Clinic. Substances that treat bacterial infections include spices that naturally contain anti-bacterial compounds that evolved to fight bacteria-caused food spoilage. These spices can be taken medicinally to fight health problems. Always consult with a physician prior to using spices as a health treatment.
Cloves
The clove tree grows natively in the Spice Islands of Indonesia. Countries including Brazil, Madagascar, India and Sri Lanka cultivate the clove for commercial use. Medicinal use of cloves has been documented in Traditional Chinese Medicine texts as far back as 400 B.C. Disorders the essential oil of clove is used to treat include strep throat, staph infections, pneumonia, diarrhea and other digestive ailments, according to the Epicentre. Consult a qualified health care provider prior to to using cloves medicinally.
Coriander
Coriander, also known as cilantro, is an anti-bacterial spice that prevents infection in wounds and digestive disorders including indigestion, flatulence, diarrhea and colic in infants. To prevent wound infections, sprinkle ground coriander seed on minor scrapes after washing the affected area thoroughly, according to the Epicentre. Infants with colic can consume a warm, weak coriander tea made with 1/2 tsp. coriander steeped in 8 oz. of boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes.
Cinnamon
Cinnamon is the inner bark of a tropical evergreen tree with anti-bacterial properties utilized by ancient cultures. For example, the Egyptians used cinnamon in their embalming practices to stave off bacterial decomposition, according to the Epicentre. Cinnamon can be used to treat a variety of bacteria-based health disorders, including mouth bacteria and digestive disorders. Prepare a tea or a gargle using 1 tsp. of cinnamon in 8 oz. of boiling water steeped for 10 to 15 minutes; allow it to cool and consume or gargle twice per day.
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