Overuse of antibiotics leads to development of resistant strains of bacteria and an increased diversity of infections in the general population. Even though our immune systems are generally very effective at fighting off infection, prudent holistic remedies and home supplementation can help fight common infections, naturally.

1. Nasal Sinusitis (stuffy, runny, sneezing nose) - mix table salt and baking soda (1/2 teaspoon each) into approximately 5 ounces of boiled water. Allow the solution to cool to room temperature. Irrigate nasal passages alternately via small squirt bottle, twice daily.

2. Sore Throat - Mix 3 drops of “bitter orange” with salt water and gargle three times a day.

3. Cough - (a) 10 drops of liquid Allicin placed into a home nebulizer, twice daily, during the course of your recovery. Or (b) lungwort tincture, the dose dependent upon the product concentration (see bottle), used 2 - 3 times per day for three days. Or (c) Reishi, 3,000 mg, three times per day during the course of your recovery.

4. Conjunctivitis (pink eye) - most commonly viral in origin, try warm moist compresses made with Chamomille tea, applied for 15 minutes, three times per day.

5. Urinary tract inflammation - drink eight ounces of an acidic juice (e.g., cranberry, lemon, lime) twice daily.

Help your immune system fight common infections, naturally.