1. Prescribe the Pain Away
Antibiotics are the most common ways to treat bacterial infections. However, in recent years there has been an overuse of antibiotics, which in turn has caused antibiotic-resistant strains of bacteria. But there are still many bacteria that respond fairly well to antibiotics.
Antibiotics can also be used in combination with herbal remedies (under the advice of a physician) and nutritional supplements to help improve the antibacterial response. Oil of oregano, for example, has been proven to be effective in combination with prescribed antibiotics in treating and eliminating bacterial infections.
2. Supplement Yourself
Supplements help to stimulate and boots the immune response, which in turn can lead to fewer infections. The best way to supplement your diet to eventually ward off infections is to increase your intake in nutritional and dietary supplements. Cranberry juice and cranberry supplements are an effective therapy for urinary tract infections caused by bacteria.
3. Herbal Remedies to the Rescue
There are many herbs on the market with antibacterial properties that help improve immune response. Bromelain, a digestive enzyme derived from the pineapple plant, has been used as an herbal remedy for digestive issues and is also used to promote wound healing. Many scientific studies have found that bromelain has been effective against E. coli in stomach infections.
Oregano oil is used in Eastern medicine to treat respiratory and urinary tract infections caused by bacteria. Oil of oregano has high mineral content and is safe for human consumption.
Garlic contains many properties that are important to fighting bacteria. Garlic has been known to treat and cure vaginal infections that are caused by bacteria, and in general it is very effective when it comes to fighting infections. Garlic, when used as a supplement, should contain 5,000 mcg of alliums, which is the compound that gives garlic its infection-fighting properties. Persons using garlic for bacterial infections should consume 1 or 2 garlic capsules per day until the symptoms subside.
4. Pack Up on Your Nutrients
We all know about those products that are on the market that just make you feel good about yourself. These products fall into the category of nutritional therapies because they are known to help improve the immune system. Stacking up on products such as honey, cranberry juice, oil of oregano, thyme, ginger, vitamins A and E, zinc, garlic, goldenseal, licorice, black, green or oolong teas, and probiotics which are found in yogurts, cheeses, kefirs and sauerkraut can help ward off and fight bacterial infections.
Products such as ginger and honey can be used to treat bacterial infections that are caused by wounds. Ginger is also very effective as a sedative and for treating gastrointestinal infections.
