Question on remedy for fever

No, garlic in the ear is not a remedy for a fever.  However, fevers are the body's normal way of "burning up" microbes which may cause ear infections.  Garlic and onions are anti-microbials.


  Although I do not recommend sticking a clove of garlic in a child's ear, I often recommend a few drops of garlic-infused olive oil in the ear canal or a baked (and slightly cooled)  half onion, on the exterior of the ear.  This should help relieve pain and "draw out" the infection.  In those rare cases, when a fever is dangerously high, a slightly cool bath will work to reduce the intensity.  Keep in mind, chronic ear infections are often an indication of underlying food sensitivities.  http://www.countrydoc.com

Dr. Karen Benton, Naturopathic Physician