The next time you’re feeling under the weather, reach for this homemade herbal antibiotic.

If you’re wary of conventional antibiotics, you have good reason. These powerful medications can kill off all your good bacteria and weaken your immune system – not exactly ideal when you’re looking to feel better. (1)

So what do you do if you need to fight a cold? We’ve got you covered with this homemade herbal antibiotic concoction.

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This natural DIY antibiotic contains powerful antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-fungal herbs and roots to help you fight infections. Here’s a breakdown of each ingredient, and what it does.

Thyme

Thyme contains potent chemical antibacterial compounds like thymol that are proven to be effective against powerful microbes like E.coli and Salmonella. (2)

Rosemary

This fragrant herb possesses antimicrobial compounds, mainly flavonoids from rosmarinic acid, which are effective against various fungal infections. (3)

Garlic

Garlic contains a powerful compound called allicin, which kills various strains of antibiotic-resistant bacteria such as E.coli, and even fungal and yeast infections like candida. (4)

Ginger

Great for settling an upset tummy, ginger contains compounds that fight even the strongest pathogens, including salmonella. (5)

Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple cider vinegar contains acids like acetic acid that help fight against many microbes, including E.coli and salmonella, and can help eliminate harmful intestinal bacteria. (6)

DIY Natural Antibiotic

Ready to fight infections naturally with a potent DIY antibiotic that won’t wipe out your whole immune system? Follow the recipe below.

Megan Patiry

Homemade Herbal Antibiotic

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Total time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins 5 minutes

Prep Time: 10 mins 10 minutes

Homemade Herbal Antibiotic

Recipe by: Megan Patiry

The next time you come down with strep throat, a UTI or any other bacterial infection, reach for this homemade herbal antibiotic instead of a prescription.

Tools

• Glass jar with lid
• Dropper

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup fresh thyme, chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh ginger, chopped
• 1/2 cup garlic cloves, chopped
• Apple cider vinegar

Instructions

• Let the garlic sit, once chopped, for about 10 minutes to release more allicin, the compound responsible for its healing and antibacterial properties.
• After 10 minutes, add all of the herbs to a glass jar and fill with apple cider vinegar.
• Cap with a lid, gently shake the contents, then place the jar in a cool, dark place, like a cabinet.
• Shake once every day for 6 weeks, then use a strainer to strain the tincture into a glass dropper bottle.
• When you feel the onset of a cold, take one dropper full three times a day in a glass of water until it passes.

Looking for Paleo ingredients? Here’s what we recommend:
Apple cider vinegar (Bragg)

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