Ear Infections

[reeay]

What are some natural remedies for ear infections?

I've got garlic and this lymph drainage massage so far that seems to be working great. Any other methods you recommend?

[Guardian]

For Ear Infections:

Onion pack: cut one onion into small pieces, put them into a pan with a little water and heat on the stove until hot (until you can see vapours rising from the pot). Wrap the hot onion pieces in a cloth, make sure it is not too hot so it won’t burn the skin and put the pack on the ear. The warmth will increase blood flow to the ear, which will help clear the infection and decrease pain, and the onion vapours kill bacteria and virus.

Mullein ear drops: if you are sure that the ear drums are intact, you can use 1-2 drops of these in each ear. They soothe the pain and help fight the infection. Do not use if the ear drum is ruptured.

Vitamin C: give lots of vitamin C, either Liposomal/Lypospheric vitamin C or powder (Monoviral) or chewable vitamin C. I recommend about 3gm per day during the infection.

Echinacea and Goldenseal: give either Nature’s Way drops (1 dropper three times a day during the acute infection) or in older children Echinacea Royal (2-3 tablets per day).

Brufen/Ibuprofen: you can give small doses of these for pain. Make sure not to overdose. Brufen is given every 6-8 hours, the dose is 10mg per kg of weight. Only give if needed. Do not give if your child has asthma, as this can increase asthma symptoms.

Viburcol: homeopathic alternative to paracetamol/acetominophen or brufen – give as directed on package. Available from pharmacies and health food stores.

These recommendations are for children with uncomplicated ear infections.

If your child has a high fever (over 39 degrees), is very unwell or there is no improvement in 24 hours: go to your GP to have your child re-examined.

Note: A1 casein in dairy contributes to ear infections via inflammation and increased mucous production.

[Monica]

Great suggestions, Guardian! Garlic/mullein oil in the ear works amazingly well. Another good natural antibiotic is colloidal silver. Best brand is Purest Colloids.

For future prevention, quit dairy products or use raw goat's milk only.

[reeay]

Awesome info, thank you Guardian & Monica!