Infection

Infection

An infection occurs when a microorganism — such as bacteria, fungi, or a virus — enters a person's body and causes harm.

FOODS TO EAT MORE OF

Fruits: lemon, mango
Vegetables: cauliflower, fennel, kale
Poultry, yogurt
Cinnamon, turmeric, oregano, garlic

FOODS TO AVOID OR MINIMIZE

Soda, alcohol, dairy (except yogurt), refined white sugar/flour and fried foods

ESSENTIAL OILS

Bergamot, chamomile, cinnamon, clary sage, clove, cypress, eucalyptus, frankincense, galbanum, jasmine, juniper, laurus nobilis, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, myrrh, oregano, peppermint, ravensara, rosalina, rosemary, tea tree (melaleuca), thyme (on location, bottom of feet, diffuse)
For Bacterial Infection: oregano, rosalina, thyme (on location)

HERBAL

Anise, Buchu, cayenne pepper, chamomile, comfrey, echinacea, gotu kola, golden seal, green tea, licorice, pau d'arco, thyme
Fresh basil leaves can be used topically to clear fungal infections on the skin
Calendula/Marigold can be helpful for fungal infections
Fresh echinacea poultice
Japanese honeysuckle leaves/stems

NATURAL

Make a poultice of bread crumbs or cubes and milk and apply to affected area
Make a poultice of Epsom salts and glycerine and apply to affected area
Cranberry Poultice
Soak the area in hot water with Epsom salts

MIND-BODY CONNECTION

Can represent anger or irritation over a recent situation

FOOD MEDICINE
Not all recipes are nutritionally perfect, but the options below are a great way to start incorporating beneficial foods into your diet in delicious ways. Always try to buy organic, and feel free to make substitutions to accommodate gluten-free, vegan, etc diets.

Abbreviation Definitions:
LC = Low Calorie (under 400 for breakfast, 600 for lunch/dinner, and 200 for beverages/sides/snacks)
GF = Gluten Free
KT = Keto / Low Carb
VG = Vegan
VT = Vegetarian