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- Conventional medicine. Natural medicine
- Cistus helps with bacterial infections
- Cape Pelargonium strengthens the defense
- Carding can cure Lyme disease
- Onions help with bronchitis
- Nasturtium in bladder infections
- Bart lichen with tonsillitis
- Icelandic moss for the mucous membranes
Conventional medicine. Natural medicine
They have long been considered a miracle weapon of medicine . But more and more antibiotics fail because bacteria have become resistant. Hospitals now report even more so-called superinfections. It is a virus infection with simultaneous bacterial attack. A dangerous development. How could it possibly come this far?
Antibiotics are still being prescribed incorrectly: although viruses are responsible for nearly 90 percent of all respiratory infections, some doctors prescribe antibiotics in four out of five patients. But they are powerless against viruses .
In addition, the wrong use leads to the fact that the microorganisms change and become insensitive to antibiotics . A saving alternative can in many cases be natural remedies. We introduce the most important.
Cistus helps with bacterial infections
virus blocker
The active ingredients of the medicinal plant strengthen the natural defense system of the mucous membranes, stop pathogenic invaders. In addition, the cistus originating from the Mediterranean region has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
To prevent and treat infections, drink three cups of Cistus tea daily:
Pour 2-3 tbsp of herb (pharmacy) with 1 liter of boiling water, infuse for three minutes.
Cape Pelargonium strengthens the defense
immune protection
The extract of Cape Pelargonium (eg in Umckaloabo) has been shown to strengthen the immune system by preventing harmful bacteria from reproducing and also preventing viruses. At the same time it dissolves stubborn mucus which the body forms in respiratory diseases. Recommended dosage for adults: 30 drops 3 times a day.
Carding can cure Lyme disease
miracle Cure
The botanist dr. Dieter Storl, 70, contracted ticks-transmitted borreliosis, which damages organs and nerves. Since he does not tolerate antibiotics, Storl was looking for alternatives. He came across the thistle-like carded plant, which has long been used in Chinese medicine for similar symptoms. In a self-experiment he made a cardinal tincture. After only one month he was free of complaints. Reliable studies are still lacking, but initial applications show that the prickly plant is actually antibiotic.
For a tincture, chop the root (in pharmacies), fill in a screw-top jar and pour 40% alcohol (eg, grain) over it. Filter tincture after three weeks. Take 10 drops 3 times a day.
Onions help with bronchitis
kitchen drug
It used to be a home remedy for wasp stings, inflammation, joint pain and swelling. Today, scientists know their cure: allicin. Already less than one hundred thousandth of a gram is enough to relieve inflammation and kill bacteria. The up to 100 mg allicin per tuber make the onion one of the most effective natural remedies with antiviral effect.
Tip: For stubborn cough, a tea made from 1 tablespoon chopped onions, sweetened with 1 teaspoon honey. This stimulates the mucus formation of the respiratory tract and facilitates coughing.
Nasturtium in bladder infections
rounder
Medieval monastery medicine used nasturtium for respiratory and urinary tract infections. For many doctors, it is now considered an antibiotic replacement with broadband effect.
Reason: Their mustard oils kill both bacteria and viruses and fungi.
Application: Already 10 g of nasturtium leaves (pharmacy or fresh as a salad ingredient) inhibit bacterial growth. In one study, an active ingredient combination of horseradish and nasturtium (pharmacy preparation) developed the same anti-inflammatory effect as an antibiotic in bladder infections.
Important: do not use preparations made from nasturtium for more than four to six weeks as they may irritate the mucous membranes.
Bart lichen with tonsillitis
bacteria inhibitor
Thanks to its bitter substances, bearded lichen growing on trees has proven to be a particularly effective natural antibiotic. She is the most effective at fighting the bacteria responsible for painful tonsillitis or sinusitis. In addition, the extracts of the medicinal plant strengthen the immune system for colds.
Recommended dosage: 3 - 4 ml of beard tincture tincture (health food store or
Pharmacy) together with a little water.
Icelandic moss for the mucous membranes
inflammation healer
The lichen acids, which provide the bitter taste, are also behind the antibiotic effect of the Icelandic moss. It is known especially in the form of lozenges for sore throats.
As a tea, it helps against inflammation throughout the mouth and throat: 1 teaspoon dried lichen with ¼ l of cold water, strain after 2 hours and heat (not boil).
