Ear infection is common in children, but it can occur to adults too. Those who have experienced it say that earache is unbearable. The majority of ear infections are caused by a virus which automatically means that do not respond to antibiotics. In this case, antibiotics can create resistance to the already existing bacteria, or kill the good bacteria that live in the intestine. They can even illnesses that are difficult to cure. Antibiotics interfere with the white blood cells, which are responsible for the immune reaction of the body, so when blood cells are unable to fight infections, then the body becomes more prone to infections.
Considering these facts, we recommend you to use Basil essential oil, instead of running to the doctor.
Basil is one of the healthiest plants. It has anti-bacterial properties thanks to the volatile oils contained found in its leaves. It provides cellular protection also. It has powerful antiviral, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic effect. For many centuries, it has been used to treat ear infections, migraines or throat, lung and respiratory cough. Basil also helps with insect or spider bites. It can be a good remedy for delayed menstruation, abdominal cramps and scanty periods.
Basil Essential Oil helps in killing the pathogenic microorganisms. In a study published in 1997 in the International Journal of Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutics, scientists divided 131 children into two groups: standard medical treatment group and homeopathic treatment group. The homeopathic group recovered a day faster than the standard medical treatment group.
Another study was published in 2005, in the Journal Infections Diseases. The study was performed on rats infected with 2 types of bacteria that cause earaches and infections. The control group was given a placebo, while the test group was treated with Basli essential oil on the outer ear canal. The results showed that drops from essential oil diffused from the external ear canal into the middle ear in quantities that are sufficient for antimicrobial effect on acute otitis media.
Instruction
Apply a few drops of Basil essential oil on a cotton ball and push lightly into the ear. Wait for a while until the vapors reach the infection. Change the basil cotton 4-5 times a day until the infection is completely cured.