Goldenseal for strep is the first tool I recommend to my clients. I use an alcohol-free tincture in a two weeks on, two weeks off rhythm, with a short, more intensive round called Goldenseal Shock Therapy when more support is needed. Strep is involved in far more than sore throats, so I pair goldenseal with propolis, oil of oregano, Total Immune Blend, and a few everyday foods.
Key Takeaways
- Goldenseal for strep is the first tool I use with clients, and I choose an alcohol-free tincture without citric acid.
- According to Medical Medium® Information, there are over 50 groups of streptococcus bacteria, and strep is involved in far more than sore throats.
- For everyday support, the usual rhythm for goldenseal is two weeks on and two weeks off.
- Goldenseal Shock Therapy is a short, more intense round for adults: six droppers of alcohol-free tincture in at least one ounce of water or juice, every four hours while awake, for three to five days.
- Propolis, oil of oregano, and Total Immune Blend are the supplements I use alongside goldenseal, and garlic, onions, thyme, rosemary, sage, and ginger are the foods I bring in.
- If you think you might have strep throat, see your doctor and get tested, and talk to your doctor or practitioner before starting goldenseal if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication.
A question about recurring sore throats
During one of my live Q&As, a mother asked me about her son. Ever since the new school year started, he had been getting one sore throat and infection after another. He was living in a dorm and eating the food there, and she wanted to know what he could do every day to stop catching everything.
He was already taking zinc and drinking turmeric, ginger, and garlic shots with orange juice. Those were good choices, and I told her to keep them. Then I suggested adding propolis and goldenseal, together with lysine and Microhydrin, every day.
If your family seems to pass one sore throat around after another, you are not alone. Very often, strep is behind it.
What is strep?
“There are over 50 groups of streptococcus bacteria, each with multiple strains of the bacteria that cause symptoms and conditions, including: Acne, UTIs, Pneumonia, Interstitial cystitis, Chronic allergies, Chronic sinusitis, Intestinal disorders, SIBO, Otitis media, Sties, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease, Prostatitis, Sore throats, Headaches & migraines, Fatigue, Confusion, Bacterial vaginosis, Yeast infections, Bladder sensitivities, Low-grade fevers.”
Anthony William, Blog
Some strains we carry from childhood, some were passed down in the family, and some we pick up along the way. New strains are easy to pick up through restaurant food, shared bathrooms, and close contact with other people, and a dorm has all three. Strep becomes more active when the immune system is busy or worn down, and that is when the symptoms show up.
Why goldenseal is my #1 tool for strep
“Goldenseal is a fantastic herb for acute pathogen infections, such as colds, flus, and other bugs. It is anti-bacterial, anti-microbial, anti-fungal, and anti-inflammatory. It helps restore and power up lymphocytes that are responsible for protecting critical areas of the body, including the ears, nose, throat, and lungs, which is where the first signs of many infections occur.”
Anthony William, Blog
How I use goldenseal
Choose an alcohol-free goldenseal tincture without citric acid.
For everyday support, the usual rhythm is two weeks on and two weeks off.
“In most cases, it’s best to use goldenseal for two weeks on, then two weeks off, and repeat this cycle.”
Anthony William, Blog
For a sore throat, I also tell clients to gargle with goldenseal, and to do it often.
If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication, talk to your doctor or practitioner before you start goldenseal. If you think you might have strep throat, see your doctor and get tested. If you test positive for strep throat, your doctor will likely prescribe antibiotics.
Goldenseal Shock Therapy
For a short period of more intense support, I use Goldenseal Shock Therapy. The full instructions are in Brain Saver Protocols, Cleanses & Recipes.
For adults, this means six droppers of alcohol-free goldenseal tincture in at least one ounce of water or juice, every four hours while you are awake. You can also put the droppers directly into your mouth and follow with a little water or juice. Stay with this for three to five days, then go back to your usual amount.
If the symptoms are still there a week or more after you finish, you can do another three to five days. Leave at least a week between rounds. If you are sensitive, it is fine to lower the dose. Children need much smaller amounts based on their age, so do check with your doctor or practitioner to be sure about the dosages for your child.
Other tools I use for strep
“Propolis is a powerful antiviral, antibacterial medicinal tool.”
Anthony William, Blog
“Oregano is a powerful antiseptic and antibacterial that works to kill off streptococcus.”
Anthony William, Blog
Total Immune Blend is so good for strep, and I like using it together with goldenseal. I shared more about how I use it in my article on Total Immune Blend for lung infections.
Foods that help with strep
Garlic and onions are two of the most important foods for strep. I cook with both every day during those weeks.
Thyme, rosemary, and sage are strep fighters too. Thyme tea is an easy way to have more thyme through the day. Ginger helps with strep in the gut.
The turmeric, ginger, garlic, and orange juice shot the mother mentioned works on strep everywhere in the body, and it is easy to make at home.
My Creamy Artichoke Soup is a warm meal for these weeks, and it has fresh garlic cooked right into it.
If you have a high fever, trouble swallowing or breathing, or symptoms that keep getting worse, please see your doctor.
When I think about that young man in his dorm, he did not need a complicated plan. He needed a few tools he could take every day, in a place where he did not control his food. If strep keeps coming back to your home, goldenseal is a good place to begin.
If you try it, tag me on Facebook or Instagram and tell me how you are doing.
To your peace and happiness,
Muneeza
Strep, C. Diff., H. Pylori, E. Coli Masterclass
Frequently Asked Questions
Does goldenseal help with strep throat?
Yes. Goldenseal is the herb I reach for first with strep. It is antibacterial and anti-inflammatory, and it helps power up the immune cells that protect the throat, ears, nose, and lungs. For a sore throat, I also have clients gargle with it often.
How should I take goldenseal for strep?
Choose an alcohol-free goldenseal tincture without citric acid. For everyday support, take it for two weeks, then take two weeks off, and repeat. When you need more intense support for a few days, there is Goldenseal Shock Therapy.
What is Goldenseal Shock Therapy?
It is a short, more intensive way of taking goldenseal. For adults, it means six droppers of alcohol-free tincture in at least one ounce of water or juice, every four hours while you are awake, for three to five days. Children need much smaller amounts, so please work with a practitioner before using it for a child.
Why does strep keep coming back?
There are over 50 groups of strep bacteria. Many of us carry strains from childhood, and new ones are easy to pick up through restaurant food, shared bathrooms, and close contact with other people. Strep becomes more active when the immune system is worn down, so it can return again and again.
What else helps with strep besides goldenseal?
Propolis, oil of oregano, and Total Immune Blend are the tools I use alongside it. Garlic, onions, thyme, rosemary, sage, and ginger are good foods to bring in, and so is the turmeric, ginger, garlic, and orange juice shot.
Should I still see a doctor for strep throat?
Yes. If you think you might have strep throat, see your doctor and get tested, and if you are prescribed antibiotics, you can do the steps here alongside them, always in communication with your holistic health practitioner or doctor. A high fever or trouble swallowing or breathing always needs a doctor right away.
