Lemon for Ear Infections

Lemon may help treat ear infections

Various early civilizations used lemons for their antiseptic and healing properties as well as practical everyday uses. Romans evens used it as an antidote for poisoning. Lemon juice is still widely used and explored for potential health benefits, including acute ear infection.

Vitamin C

Lemons are a good source of vitamin C. The vitamin C makes lemon a common natural remedy for cold and sinus problems which are sometimes associated with ear infections. Also, vitamin C helps to boost the immune system, further inhibiting infection.

Ear infections

Ear infections, also known as otitis, consists of infection or inflammation in the ear. When bacteria is the source of infection, pouring lemon juice into the ear then draining it may help cure it.

Citric acid

Citric acid in lemon juice alters pH levels in the ear by neutralizing it, causing an evacuation of bacteria infecting the ear, according to Dr. John Anne, an herbal specialist, for the American Chronicle.

Oral treatment for pain

Ear infections occur in 61 percent of colds in children under 3, according to WebMD. Lemon balm tea is a natural alternative that will help calm the pain associated with ear infections due to congestion, according to motherandchild.com.

Warning

One should consult with a health professional to determine the nature and severity of the ear infection before placing lemon juice in the ear.

References

• americanchronicle.com: Home Remedies for Ear Infection - Hearing Ear Remedies
• motherandchildhealth.com: Children's Ear Infections: Helping Your Child Naturally
• children.webmd.com: Ear Infection in 61% of Kids' Colds Tots Under Age 3 Get 5 Colds per Year, Most With Otitis Media