10 Strongest Antibacterial And Antiviral Herbs
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10 Strongest Antibacterial And Anti-viral Herbs
This is not medical advice, and quantities or precautions (if any) are not referenced.
Do your due diligence.
ANTIBACTERIAL Herbs
1. Cinnamon
- Impedes bacterial growth.
- Has a preserving effect on food.
- Powerful anti-fungal properties.
- Improves circulation.
- Warms the body.
- Relieves abdominal discomfort. (Health Benefits of Cinnamon)
2. Clove
- Topical painkiller.
- Temporarily treat a toothache or cold sore.
- Relieve sore muscles and arthritis.
- Treat upper respiratory infections.
- Improve digestion.
- Kill bad bacteria in the gut.
3. Echinacea
- Reputation of boosting the immune system.
- Treating colds and flu.
- Fighting infections.
- Speed wound healing.
- Anti-inflammatory properties.
4. Garlic
- Anti-fungal and antibacterial.
- Apparently more effective against several types of bacteria than penicillin.
- Does not cause bacteria to become resistant.
- Destroys the offending invaders without killing the body’s normal good bacteria.
- Heating over 120 degrees will decrease its potency.
5. Peppermint
- Soothing effect on coughs.
- Helps clear congestion to make breathing easier.
- Can help build a stronger immune system.
- Has both anti-microbial and antioxidant qualities.
- Effective for gas, bloating and nausea, morning sickness, and stomach cramps.
- Can help ease the symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
- A muscle relaxer that reduces monthly cramps.
- Excellent for all sorts of minor pain relief due to its menthol content.
- Heightens alertness if drowsy.
- Breath freshener.
6. Thyme
(Pronounced ‘time’)
- Strong antibacterial agent, antiseptic and antioxidant.
- Contains bronchial antispasmodic and expectorant properties.
- Useful in bronchitis, upper respiratory tract inflammation, and whooping cough.
- Contains terpenoids that are well-known for battling cancer.
ANTIVIRAL Herbs
7. Cranberry
- Defense against urinary tract infections.
- Makes the bladder lining too “slippery” to adhere to.
- Full of antioxidants.
- Prevents plaque formation on teeth.
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- Works against cold and flu viruses.
- Enhances immune function.
- Stimulates circulation.
9. Ginger
- A powerful anti-inflammatory herb.
- Remedy for nausea.
- Remedy for indigestion, colic, and irritable bowel.
- Remedy for cold, flu, menstrual cramps, and gas.
- Helpful for joint problems and arthritis.
- Used to lower cholesterol, and blood pressure, and aid in preventing internal blood clots.
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10. Oregano
- Fights viruses and bacteria.
- One of the strongest antiviral herbs available.
The information listed above was gathered from seemingly reliable sources around the internet. This is not medical advice. Do your due diligence for discovery.
What additional antibacterial or anti-viral herbs do you know of?