This garlic oil remedy for ear infections was one of the very first home remedies I discovered. For me it felt like a breathe of liberation. I could depend on myself, and my knowledge to help heal my family. The doctor would be seeing less of us and I wouldn’t have to depend on some chemical cocktail or antibiotics (which literally means against life) to heal a simple ear infection. I could of jumped up and down with joy, but instead I just heated the oil, added the garlic, dripped it into my sick babies ears, and gave her a big hug. I shed no tears over not seeing the doctor.

Garlic has wonderful healing properties. And the scientific world agrees with the claims that garlic lowers cholesterol; strengthens immunity; prevents arteriosclerosis; eliminates bladder stone, kidney stones, and gallstones; cleanses the blood; aids in healthy pregnancies; and my favorite, it has antibiotic and antifungal properties. So here it is!

Garlic Oil Remedy

(for ear infections)

1 clove garlic

2-3 Tbs olive oil

Heat olive oil to warm, (not boiling) on stove. Remove from heat. Press garlic into oil. Stir together. Let sit for 30 sec. Strain garlic out of oil through cheese cloth. Use a dropper to drip 2-3 drops into ear. Keep head tilted for at least 1 minute. Use every 3-4 hours until healed.

Ear Pain Remedies

Not only is it great to be able to heal an ear infection, but there are also easy remedies for the pain that is associated with it.

Mullen oil and clove are both fantastic for minimizing ear pain. Mullen can be added to the garlic oil or can be dropped in separately. Clove can be used in tincture form and applied around the ear.

Other Ear Infection Remedies

Hydrogen peroxide can be used to help heal an ear infection by dripping it into the ear canal. Leave for a minute or two and then drain out. I sometimes alternate between garlic oil and hydrogen peroxide.

It is also wise and very helpful to eliminate sugar while trying to heal from any infection or illness. Also eat healthy foods, especially foods that boost immunity like ferments, apple cider vinegar, and veggies. Get plenty of water, and take quality supplements like a whole food vitamin c, and probiotics.

When to See a Doctor

There are still a couple of instances when you should see a doctor. Please don’t ignore these signs that you need more help.

If the ear is oozing or bleeding this is a sign of ruptured ear drum. Do NOT put anything in the ear.
If infection persists or worsens after 2 days.
If fever is high and lasts more than 48 hours.