6:05 minutes (1.4 MB)
Dealing with ear infections in your children is frustrating. Do you give antibiotics or opt against antibiotics? Dave Foreman offers natural approaches to avoid the use of antibiotics and ease the discomfort without that expensive trip to the doctor.

 

Mullein, sometimes known as "torch weed," is an herbal remedy for sore throats, cough, lung disease, and ear infections. Mullein oil has antimicrobial properties for fighting ear infections. Look for mullein oil in your local health food store, or you can make your own: collect mullein flowers in a glass jar and cover with olive oil to submerge them and stir; place the jar in a warm location and let sit for three days before straining the mixture. Apply drops directly into the ear twice daily until symptoms clear.

Step on a bee? Swallow something scratchy? Touch something really hot? LIME is here to help you feel better ASAP, using mostly natural and herbal approaches to whatever ails you. No waiting room, no consultation fee, and no insurance paper work to fill out -- just good, solid advice on treating household boo-boos and bang-ups with the best nature has to offer.