This article aims to help the reader in the rapid identification of natural remedies useful in the treatment of various symptoms, disorders and pathologies. For some of the listed remedies, this utility may not have been confirmed by sufficient experimental tests conducted with a scientific method. Furthermore, any natural remedy presents potential risks and contraindications.
If available, we therefore recommend that you click on the link corresponding to the individual remedy to learn more about the topic. In any case, we remind you of the importance of avoiding self-treatment and to consult your doctor beforehand to ascertain the absence of contraindications and drug interactions.
Salmonella is a food poisoning caused by the homonymous bacteria. These microorganisms are commonly found in the intestines of various animals, and as such can contaminate water and food that come into contact directly or indirectly with faeces. Since salmonellae are destroyed by generous cooking, the foods most at risk are eggs, raw or undercooked poultry, fish, crustaceans, molluscs, sauces or creams made from raw eggs, and unpasteurized products.
The symptoms of salmonellosis include diarrhea, sometimes accompanied by the emission of mucus and blood mixed with liquid stools, fatigue, dehydration, nausea, abdominal pain, exhaustion and fever or low-grade fever.
There are several herbs that have shown bacteriostatic and bactericidal properties, even against salmonella. These natural remedies, together with the generous administration of liquids and mineral salts to replenish faecal losses, can therefore be useful to accelerate the course of the disease.
Medicinal plants and supplements useful against Salmonella
Idraste, Huang lian, Berberine, Barberry, Chicory, Inulin, Prebiotics, Probiotics, Ginger, Drosera.
Anti-diarrheal plants are not recommended, as diarrhea is a defensive mechanism that facilitates the elimination of salmonellae and their toxins; as such it is good not to suppress it.
