7. Goldenseal
Goldenseal is one of the most powerful natural antibiotics and is popular in the United States. It originally comes from the Northwest of United States. It is a sprawling plant that has palm-shaped leaves. It is an antibiotic that is commonly used to treat sore throats and diarrhea. It has the natural antibiotic properties that are suitable for treatment of both internal and external bacterial infections.
There is a compound in Goldenseal named berberine that assists to kill various bacterial infections. Furthermore, berberine also helps to boost the white blood cells enabling them to fight and resist infection. It is known that in the early days it was used to treat cancer, mouth infections and stomach problems. It is now being used for the treatment of various infections including reducing colds, flu, pneumonia, skin infections, eye infections, bladder infections and respiratory infections.
It is also said to increase the strength of other natural medicines when taken together. It is commonly used together with echinacea that is associated with strengthening the immune system. Berberine is also an antioxidant. This chemical also helps in lowering the cholesterol and helps in gastrointestinal infections and digestive problems. It destroys the bacteria called E. coli that cause urinary tract infections and diarrhea. It is also used to treat skin infections and has anti-fungal properties.
The root of this plan is dried and powdered. It also comes in capsules, creams, and topical preparations to treat skin infections. You can apply it directly to the affected area when treating the skin infections. For a sore throat, you can take a few drops and when taken in powder form take a 1/2 tablespoon with a pinch of salt for 3 times a day. It is advisable not to take it for more than 2 weeks.