by Edward Morgan
There�s a huge shift right now occurring within the medical industry. More and more
people are starting to learn that modern medicine and the pharmaceutical industry have become
more concerned with profit than they are with people.
Mark Mattson, Chief of the Laboratory of Neuroscience at the National Institute on Aging, has explained
that pharmaceutical companies can�t make money off of healthy people, which is why
there is no funding for research. So, it�s not really surprising that drug companies
would manufacture pills that have negative side effects because then they can keep us
sick.
Arnold Seymour Relman, a Harvard professor of medicine and former Editor-in-Chief of
the New England Medical Journal, has also stated:
The medical profession is being bought by the pharmaceutical industry, not only in terms
of the practice of medicine but also in terms of teaching and research. The academic institutions
of this country are allowing themselves to be the paid agents of the pharmaceutical industry.
I think it�s disgraceful. (source)
Pharmaceutical companies play a significant role in controlling how doctors are educated,
so it�s important to remain skeptical and do your own research on health.
When it comes to antibiotics, approximately 30% of oral antibiotics prescribed are completely
unnecessary. This isn�t an uncommon trend for doctors, as many of them get compensated
or praised for relying on drugs to treat their patients. Additionally, pharmaceutical companies
often overstate the benefits of drugs and understate the risks, so many people don�t
think twice when these drugs are prescribed to them.
Did you know that one of the most popular antibiotics used in the U.S., Levaquin, is
capable of causing paralysis, excruciating joint pain, tendon ruptures, difficulty breathing,
exhaustion, neurological damage, dizziness, depression, anxiety, psychosis, debilitating
tendinitis, and even permanent nerve damage? These side effects are rarely mentioned when
discussing the drug with patients and are instead just listed in the fine print.
Not only are there significant risks with taking pharmaceuticals like antibiotics, but
they also have a bandaid effect by only addressing and fixing the immediate problem as opposed
to the root cause. If your immune system isn�t fighting hard enough to protect your body,
you can�t just take a pill filled with chemicals and expect it to be completely fixed; you
need to build it back up. Luckily, there are numerous natural �antibiotics� that can
boost your immune system and rid you of infection simultaneously.
Here Are the Best Natural �Antibiotics�
Oregano Essential Oil
Oregano is so much more than just a common flavoring used in Italian dishes. Oregano
oil aids digestion and weight loss and the oil in oregano, Carvacrol, is a natural antimicrobial
that can fight bacteria that cause infections as well as combat Candida overgrowth. This
is arguably the first supplement you should reach for when you develop a cold or flu.
However, you need to be careful when consuming it as it�s extremely strong and can upset
your stomach or burn (although the burning sensation is natural), so make sure you dilute
it properly in either water or carrier oil and only take the recommended daily dosage!
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar has antibiotic, anti-fungal, and antiseptic properties that can naturally
alkalize your body, which can help prevent or fight cancer in some cases. This special
type of vinegar can also combat heartburn, manage weight, and lower cholesterol. It can
also be used as a sterilizer or disinfectant when used topically, or can be a delicious
addition to salads and other recipes!
Raw Honey
Honey is another excellent natural source of �antibiotics,� as the enzyme found
in honey releases hydrogen peroxide, making it perfect for naturally treating wounds and
preventing infection. In fact, ancient Romans actually used it on the battlefield in order
to prevent infection and treat them. Please note that it is crucial that you purchase
raw, unpasteurized, and preferably organic honey, as regular commercial honey is highly
refined and stripped of many of its health benefits as a result. Honey can also alleviate
digestive issues, colds, and sore throats.
Garlic
You may have heard that garlic is excellent at fighting the common cold, which is entirely
true! Its powerful flavor is an excellent match for its powerful healing properties,
as the allicin in it protects against yeast, parasites, bacteria, Candida, and more. Allicin
is one of the active principles in freshly crushed garlic homogenates, which has a variety
of antimicrobial activities. Keep in mind that this is especially powerful within raw
garlic!
Colloidal Silver
This natural antibiotic has been used for centuries, and is one of my personal favorites,
as it�s cured me of many severe throat infections. Colloidal silver is a mixture of silver particles
suspended in fluid. Though meant to be a temporary treatment, since silver, a heavy metal, can
be toxic, it can be used to stop the enzymes that single-cell bacteria need in order to
multiply.
Ginger Extract
Ginger is a natural antibiotic and anti-bacterial. It�s also used for other medicinal purposes
such as curing colds, nausea, asthma, colic, heart palpitations, swelling, and stomach
aches. You can read more about ginger�s powerful medicinal properties in this study
here.
Onion Extract
Onion is scientifically proven to hold antibacterial properties and it�s known to quite literally
suck illness, sickness, and toxins right out of the body. A few cut open onions in a house
will remove tons of bacteria up from your living space!
Horseradish Root
Horseradish root contains isothiocyanates (ITCs), which are proven to hold antibacterial
properties. As a result, it can be used as a natural �antibiotic.� The oil that causes
the stronger taste of horseradish (as well as mustard and wasabi) is called allyl isothiocyanate,
or mustard oil, which is a proven antimicrobial against a number of pathogens.
Habanero Peppers
Not only are Habanero peppers well-known for being one of the spiciest peppers, but they�re
also known for their antibacterial properties. In fact, you can even just use Habanero chili
sauces to fight against bacteria!
Turmeric
Curcumin, the bioactive substance found in turmeric, has both antibacterial and antimicrobial
properties. Turmeric has gained a ton of popularity lately, particularly due to its medicinal
properties as an anti-inflammatory. What�s more, turmeric has been scientifically proven
as an effective counteractive agent against cancer, auto-immune disease, inflammatory
disease, and a whole lot more.
So, next time your doctor prescribes you antibiotics, perhaps inquires about some of these natural
remedies first!