Some herbs contain antibacterial and antiviral properties. These herbs are antimicrobial herbs. These properties help to protect against us getting sick. We can use these herbs as a preventative measure, helping to build up our immunity to keep us from getting sick, or as a way to decrease the length and severity of illnesses.
Aloe vera contains compounds that have been proven to be effective as antibacterial activity. It works against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Astragalus has both anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It may help to boost the immune system and help to prevent colds. Echinacea contains antioxidants and improves the immune system. Elderberry may be beneficial in protecting against gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria and protect against certain illnesses.
Garlic contains a compound called allicin. This compound is a strong antibiotic. Garlic is not only antibacterial, it’s antifungal and antiseptic. Licorice root contains isoflavonoid components. These components make licorice root effective at protecting against certain bacterial strains. Slippery elm contains a variety of phytochemicals that may inhibit bacteria growth.
Tea tree oil contains a chemical called terpinen-4-ol. This chemical makes it so it has microbial activity. The curcumin found in turmeric makes turmeric a strong antibacterial, antivirus, antifungal, and antioxidant agent.
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MountainRose Herbs http://aspireiq.go2cloud.org/aff_c?offer_id=24&aff_id=34428
Starwest Botanicals https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=144132&u=3509594&m=19017&urllink=&afftrack=
