* [[Garlic]] contains essential oils that can inhibit the growth of the Candida albicans fungus, the culprit in the pain, itch, and vaginal discharge of yeast infections, says Gerbstadt.(Garlic is a natural antibiotic, and taking 3 cloves a day, preferably raw, will do wonders for intestinal health.
* Manuka honey has proven to work as well as -- or better than -- standard antiseptics in fighting the following: Bacteria, Fungi, Protozoa, All other infectious organisms.
*[[Probiotics ]] Support your immune system by regularly taking live yogurt, especially after you've been on a round of antibiotics.
* herbs with antibiotic properties : Allspice, Thyme, Mints, Basil, Cinnamon sage, Chervil, Rosemary, Lemon balm, Oregano, Cumin tarragon, Cloves, Bay leaf, Chili peppers, Marjoram, Caraway seed, Coriander, Dill, Nutmeg, Cardamom, Pepper, Ginger, Anise, Fennel, Mustard, Parsley.
* [[Thyme]] provides antiviral protection against Herpes, Newcastle and other viruses.
* For many years it has been known that [[Green Tea]] polyphenols actively suppress many bacterial, fungal and viral species. On the virus front, green tea suppresses the adenovirus, Epstein-Barr, herpes simplex, HIV-1 and influenza viruses.
* [[goldenseal]] has been attributed with the description anticatarrhal, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory.
* [[tea tree oilTree]] oil works antimicrobial.
* [[Pau d'arco]] is an herb native to South America whose active ingredient lapachol, has been found to relieve a wide range of infections include those initiated by bacteria, viruses and fungus.
* [[Echinacea]] has been used for hundreds of years to strengthen the immune system and fight a variety of infections.