Garlic Tincture for Ear Infections
- TypeTincture
- DifficultyIntermediate
- Estimated Time10 Minutes
- ServedRoom Temperature
- Form of UseTopical
Ingredients
- 2 cloves of Garlic (bulb)
- 1/4 tablespoon of Ginger (rhizome)
- 1 tablespoon of Echinacea (root)
- 1/4 tablespoon of Goldenseal (root)
- 1/2 liter of Vodka
Directions
Combining the antiseptic properties of garlic and the anti-inflammatory power of Echinacea and ginger, this tincture effectively provides relief for common ear infections. It makes for a useful addition to the house pantry, especially for those living in areas with hot and humid summers.
- Chop the herbs finely and place them inside a dry bowl.(5 minutes)
- Pour the vodka or some other alcoholic solvent over the herbs, until soaked in 2 inches of liquid.(3 minutes)
- Cover with a tight lid.
- Let herbs macerate for 5 to 7 weeks. Shake the bowl on a daily basis.
- Remove the herbs from the solvent, strain them, and reserve the liquid, which is now a tincture.(2 minutes)
Dilute 1/8 of a teaspoon of the resulting tincture in warm water and apply topically three times a day until symptoms disappear.
