Natural antibiotic

The discovery of antibiotics in the mid 20th century was one of mans greatest discovery. Antibiotics helped eliminate so many bacteria causing diseases. Since recent years, the widespread of these antibiotics gave birth to antibiotics resistant bacteria which made scientists seek for a better alternative in combating bacterial infections. One of the methods they came up with is the disease control method used by people of the past which involves harnessing the health benefit of sunlight and fresh air.

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Going back in time, many scientists believe in the infection-fighting ability of fresh air and sunlight. For example, John Lettson who is a physician prescribed air and sunshine for children who suffered from tuberculosis. Also, a surgeon George Boding in the year 1840 stated that people who work in the open air such as farmers are free from tuberculosis. While those who spend more time indoors are more susceptible to tuberculosis.

Scientists of our time have come up with the same conclusions. A 2011 study in China revealed that crowded dormitories with low ventilation are associated with more respiratory infections. Even the world health organization (WHO) urge for health care facilities to have enough ventilation so as to reduce the risk of infection.

What does all this imply? It simply tells us that fresh air and sunshine acts as natural antibiotic towards pathogens causing infections and diseases. You should endeavor to take advantage of this by going out once in a while so as to receive fresh air and direct sunlight which will likely do you good.