Homemade Garlic Salve

It’s only been in recent years that modern pharmaceuticals have been the only avenue for healing. Garlic was actually the preferred method to treat bacterial and viral infections up until the wave of vaccinations and medications. This homemade garlic salve will be a staple during cold season. 

Garlic (specifically the compound allicin) is an incredible healer of the lungs and respiratory system. And, since it’s from nature, this homemade garlic salve is safe to use on everyone in your family – from babies to the elderly. 

Here is our go-to recipe for this homemade garlic salve. Use lard or coconut oil depending on what you have on hand and your family’s sensitivities. Make it before the sickies hit so you have it on hand. Salve lasts four weeks or until completely used. Store in pantry or fridge for a longer shelf life. 

Homemade Garlic Salve

Yield: 4 oz jar

Natural remedy for RSV, croup, cough, etc.

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Ingredients

• 8-10 cloves of garlic, finely minced
• 1/3 cup of lard or coconut oil
• 2 TBS olive oil
• 1 TSP beeswax
• 8 drops of lavender or eucalyptus essential oil, optional

Instructions

1. Mince garlic and measure out the remaining ingredients
2. Add garlic, oils, and beeswax to glass measuring cup
3. Use a double boiler to infuse the above over low heat for 40-60 minutes, stirring frequently.
4. Strain oil, wax, and garlic through cheesecloth into a 4 oz glass jar.
5. Add essential oils, if desired.

Apply to chest, back, and feed 4-6 times per day. Use salve within four weeks of creating. We like to make this right before the cold season hits.

Notes

Apply to chest, back, and feed 4-6 times per day. Use salve within four weeks of creating. We like to make this right before the cold season hits.