How to Treat Ear Infections

💡 Treating Toddler Ear Infections Naturally: What You Need to Know! 💡

Let's talk about treating ear infections in young children naturally—because times have changed! Back in the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s, antibiotics were often prescribed at the first sign of ear pain, but here’s the problem: over 90% of ear infections in children are actually viral. Antibiotics work on bacteria, not viruses, so they won’t help in most cases and could even do more harm than good. 💊🚫

So, what should you do if your little one is struggling with ear pain? 🤔 First, it’s important to know that many viral ear infections will heal on their own, but there are safe, natural steps you can take to support their immune system and help relieve symptoms:

1️⃣ For External Ear Infections (aka Swimmer’s Ear): Garlic oil and 3% hydrogen peroxide are effective remedies. Herb Farm’s garlic oil can be gently placed in the ear to help fight infection naturally. A few drops of hydrogen peroxide can also help cleanse and protect the outer ear from infection.

2️⃣ For Middle Ear Infections (often due to fluid buildup in the ear canal): Strengthen your child’s immune system to help them fight off viruses. 💪 Natural immune boosters for kids include:

Vitamin C and zinc to support their immune health.

Echinacea and other kid-safe herbal formulas to help defend against viral infections.

3️⃣ Chiropractic Adjustments: Regular adjustments, especially in the upper neck area, can help children prone to ear infections. This can improve fluid drainage from the ear canal and support the body’s natural healing process.

💡 Remember, most ear infections in children will resolve on their own with time. With natural remedies and immune support, you can often help your child recover without antibiotics. 🌱

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Some history regarding Joel Salatin and the USDA...
🚨 Joel Salatin Joins the USDA: A New Era for Food Freedom? 🚨
Joel Salatin, the trailblazing regenerative farmer known for his fierce opposition to industrial farming practices, is now stepping into an advisory role at the very agency he's spent decades challenging: the USDA. 🌱 If you’ve followed Salatin, you know he’s been a vocal critic of USDA regulations that he believes crush small farms and push an industrialized model that prioritizes mass production over sustainable, healthy food.
For years, Salatin has clashed with USDA standards that label some of his nature-focused practices as unsafe or even “bio-terrorist.” 🐄 Why? Because he lets his animals graze freely—a move the USDA claims risks disease spread through wildlife interactions. Salatin argues that his pasture-based methods are healthier, both for the animals and for the environment, but the USDA has historically enforced strict rules that favor factory farming over these innovative practices.
Salatin’s opposition to USDA policy goes beyond just the practical; it’s about food freedom. He argues that USDA regulations enforce conformity to large-scale, industrial models, making it nearly impossible for small, sustainable farms to thrive. In his book "Everything I Want to Do Is Illegal," he outlines how many sustainable methods, like processing chickens on-site, are banned or heavily restricted, cutting off local producers and boosting factory farms. 🐔🌾
Now, in a plot twist no one saw coming, Salatin will bring his voice to the USDA’s advisory board. This is HUGE! With someone who has tirelessly advocated for food freedom and sustainable practices now in a position to influence policy, we could see significant changes ahead. Imagine regulations that actually support small farms, promote local food, and dismantle barriers for regenerative farming. Salatin’s dream of environmental stewardship and food sovereignty might be closer than ever.
What do you think—will Salatin be able to shift the USDA's stance on sustainable farming? Let us know your thoughts on this historic move!

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In the world of medicine, the prevailing approach has been to focus on pathology, the study of disease.

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