This recipe was sent to me by a reader after her daughter had pneumonia. She said this is potent and worked very well, so I’m passing it forward!
Since I had allergic reactions to penicillin in my 20s (the last one put me in the hospital), I’m interested in natural whole foods that act like antibiotics (with no side-effects and which confer even greater benefits) to the person who is sick. Prescription penicillin one gets from the doctor is derived from mold. I have often wondered if my present day mold sensitivity is secondary to the allergies to penicillin made from mold.
I found that this mixture of medicinal foods (that are extremely high in Vitamin C) speeds up recovery time, and all the ingredients are found in your kitchen.
The goal is to keep you out of the hospital, but, of course, consult your doctor when appropriate.
Orange – rich in vitamin C, A and also potassium, calcium and phosphorus. Known to decrease excess mucus from the head, sinuses, and nasal passages. Loaded with the flavonoid, hesperidin, found in citrus also including lemons and grapefruits. Hesperidin helps lower high blood pressure. Elevated blood pressure exacerbates pneumonia, bronchitis, and also asthma.
Lemon – very alkalinizing to the body, and that right there may be their greatest asset. It is known that disease doesn’t thrive in alkaline blood. They contain huge amounts of vitamin B, C, calcium, iron, potassium, and phosphorus. Lemons are a natural antiseptic, helpful in destroying harmful bacteria in infection. Because of their high vitamin C content, lemons are a powerful, quick immune system builder and essential for healing wounds. They’re especially beneficial to the liver, and help it detoxify the body.
Grapefruit – aids the body in eliminating poisons. Grapefruit is again high in vitamin C and A. Ruby Red grapefruit is best, containing beta-carotene, which gives the grapefruit some of its Vitamin A; and lycopene which causes the reddish color and is a strong antioxidant. The bitter rind of the grapefruit (not used in this recipe) is a natural source of quinine.
Garlic – very powerful antimicrobial herb that effectively cleanses the blood of all that is harmful. Unlike conventional antibiotics, the bacteria don’t build up forming super-resistant bugs, rather garlic may be taken over long periods. Allicin is the active compound. Besides being one of the best natural home remedies for clearing clogged arteries and removing cholesterol, it also magically lowers systolic and diastolic blood pressure, lowers oxidative stress, boosts your immunity and strengthens the liver. Garlic has all the goods and you aren’t going anywhere so go ahead! It’s great for dealing with pneumonia, colds, coughs, ear infections, and much more. It has a positive effect on the lymph system, aiding in the elimination of toxic waste matter in the body.
Onion – contains vitamin A, thiamine, iron, niacin, and calcium. Onions have strong antiseptic properties. When ingested raw, they gently and rapidly drain mucus from the sinus cavities and loosen phlegm in the chest and bronchial tubes which in turn allows better oxygenation. Useful in cases of asthma, UTIs, bronchitis, pneumonia, and they inhibit thrombosis (via platelet aggregation). They will also help destroy worms and other parasites in the body.
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Peppermint Oil – brings oxygen into the blood stream. Cleanses and strengthens the entire body, relieves nausea, helps clear headaches and the sinuses, and is anti-inflammatory.
Nature’s Penicillin Recipe
• 1 orange
• 1 grapefruit
• 2 lemons
• 3 cloves garlic
• ½ onion
• 2 drops peppermint essential oil (or simply diffuse it)
Additional Optional Ingredients:
• 1/2 inch fresh ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder w/ a tiny pinch of black pepper (lessens pain and lowers anxiety)
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (stimulates circulation)
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder (helps stabilize blood sugar)
In the blender:
• Peel orange, grapefruit, and lemons –cut in small pieces and place in blender.
• Peel and chop onion, garlic, and optional ginger – Blend thoroughly (you may need to add a little water to get things moving along).
• At the end, add peppermint essential oil. 2-3 drops is enough.
For adults – Take 1 TBSP periodically throughout the day, the goal is taking a total of 1 cup.
For children – take 1 teaspoon periodically throughout the day, the goal is taking a ½ cup.
‘Nature’s Penicillin’ stores in a tightly closed, labeled glass jar in the refrigerator for 5 days. The lemon and garlic are great natural preservatives.
I am sure this can be frozen in ice cube trays, but I don’t know how long it will be good for – perhaps ~3 months to get you through the winter. Place cubes into a freezer bag to reduce freezer burn and degradation of the quality.
If symptoms persist or worsen, please consult a physician.
When food is properly understood as a gift, it becomes clear that it is a tangible expression of God’s love for us. As theologian Norman Wirzba put it, food is “God’s love made edible.” It is one essential way that he shows his care for us (see Matt. 6:26). It is a physical embodiment of God’s common grace, given for the good of his creation. And it’s one of the practical means by which Jesus Christ sustains all things.
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Bonnie Kemp
Can you Freeze left over liquid?
Jacqueline
Hi, Bonnie, Yes, for sure, but how long it will be good for is the question. I am guessing 3-4 months (to get you over the winter).
As a rule, though, always fresh is best.
Blessings! ~Jacque
Jeannette
That was my question too. Thanks!
Jacqueline
Jeannette, you are welcome, friend! ~J
Karen
Do you think this could me made and frozen in ice cube trays and taken out when needed or does it need to be ingested fresh? Thanks for all you do!
Jacqueline
Yes, Karen, it will be good frozen – for a time – depending on how much you make, it will get you through the winter anyway.
I am not sure how long it will last in the fridge in ice cube trays if not wrapped well.. They may degrade with freezer burn.
sending peace,
Jacque
Sue Beer
What if you put them in freezer bags (pint or quart)? After they have been frozen in ice cube trays they can be put in the bags.
Jacqueline
Sue, Yes, the only way I know is to freeze it first in ice cube trays, then into ziplock bags.
I added this to the post yesterday: “I am sure this can be frozen in ice cube trays, but I don’t know how long it will be good for – perhaps ~3 months to get you through the winter. Place cubes into a freezer bag to reduce freezer burn and degradation of the quality.”
Blessings, Jacque
Helena
What about canning it? Like deep water canning or quick lid upside down method?
Jacqueline
Helena, that is a good question, but the heat would harm the active components that are the healing forces. BUT it would work to freeze it for possibly up to 9 months if very well protected from freezer burn.
Also freeze drying would be a WONDERFFUL way to keep it very long term. It would be made into a powder and stored in glass jars with an O2 absorber!!!
I am so glad you brought that up, as I may just do that!
Blessings,
Jacqueline
Carol McCool
At what age can you use this? Infants?
Jacqueline
Yes, Carol, if they are taking food from the spoon already, just no honey under age 1 if you happen to add it.
Like a 1/2 tsp every hour or even more if they are sick. If they have a temp, it will appeal to them if it is cold.
Sending peace,
Jacque
Laura
Can this help with strep throat?
Jacqueline
Laura, see your first comment for my answer! xoxo
Jessica
My adult brother has frequent chest coughs since catching pneumonia a few years ago. Do you think something like this would help him now?
Jacqueline
Hi, Jessica, It certainly wouldn’t hurt, but he needs to nebulize and kill what is still lingering there. Either hydrogen peroxide w/ 1 drop of iodine
OR nanosilver will work, and if he is consistent to do either one 4 times per day for 4-5 days, It will either be gone or very much on the way out.
https://deeprootsathome.com/dr-mercola-nebulized-peroxide-the-single-most-effective-early-strategy/
OR https://deeprootsathome.com/nebulizing-nanosilver-glutathione-for-lung-ailments-the-how-to/
If he has had a shedding or took one or more of the cvd jabs, here should do this protocol: https://deeprootsathome.com/the-spike-protein-protocol-what-we-all-can-do-to-stay-healthy/
I hope this helps!
Jacque
Bailey
Hi! I’m 10 weeks pregnant and want to avoid an antibiotic for acute bronchitis. Will this help?
Jacqueline
Bailey, you are wise to be careful!!
There are several things that used in “food” quantities should help (never in excess), even as early as 10 weeks. You can mix them up and spread them out.
I wrote this a long while ago and it is still accurate: https://deeprootsathome.com/herbs-to-avoid-during-pregnancy-and-lactation/
–https://deeprootsathome.com/homemade-onion-honey-syrup-for-chest-congestion-coughs-colds/
–https://deeprootsathome.com/fermented-garlic-in-raw-honey-golden-immunity-booster/
–https://deeprootsathome.com/juanitas-whole-food-high-potency-vitamin-c-mexican-medicine/
you can take a LOT of vit C: https://deeprootsathome.com/can-high-dose-vitamin-c-shorten-labor-lessen-pain-stretch-marks/
–https://deeprootsathome.com/fire-cider-popular-folk-remedy-for-digestion-colds-chills-coughs/ only a couple times/day (sips)
Baby Med says “The herbs that should be avoided while pregnant include saw palmetto, goldenseal, dong quai, ephedra, yohimbine, pay d’arco, passion flower, black cohosh, blue cohosh, roman chamomile and pennyroyal.
Evening primrose, feverfew, kava kava, senna and nettles should also be avoided during pregnancy as there is not enough information to draw a conclusive look at the harm that could result from using these herbs.”
We do know that dandelion in small amounts is a wonderful herb in pregnancy, prevent miscarriage, and can block foreign spike proteins: https://deeprootsathome.com/can-this-1-herb-prevent-miscarriage/
“There are some herbs that are considered likely safe… These herbs include red raspberry leaf, oats and oat straw , ginger root, peppermint leaf black psyllium, garlic, slippery elm bark, and capsicum (cayenne).
At no point in time should an herbal blend or proprietary blend be taken while pregnant if the ingredients are not divulged. The FDA does not review herbal supplements before they are sold to consumers.”
https://www.babymed.com/medications/alternatives-antibiotics-during-pregnancy
I am praying for you! Ask the Lord to give you wisdom about anything that is offered to you by the medical industry. Pitocin: https://deeprootsathome.com/pitocin-from-the-package-insert-hemorrhage-high-bp-low-apgar-scores/
Home births have far less intervention and there fore are what all our kids and their wives have chosen to do:
https://deeprootsathome.com/a-four-time-moms-biggest-reasons-tips-for-choosing-home-birth/
God bless you and this baby!!
Jacqueline