Like most antibiotics, metronidazole is prescribed to treat a variety of conditions, and to relieve their symptoms, such as: 1  Giardia (and other parasites) 2  Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) 3  Oral and dental infections.  Other bacterial infections that cause diarrhea or sepsis.
Peppermint Essential Oil. Great for: Soothing pain and inflammation. Peppermint oil is commonly used for cooking and as a beauty product ingredient. However, thanks to the presence of l-menthol, one of the best features of peppermint oil is its anti-inflammatory properties. This, when coupled with its natural pain reliving properties, make the oil perfect for the topical treatment of painful inflammation.
Essential Oil Remedies and Natural Medicine. 1  Migraine headache relief: Try combining a few drops of lavender oil and peppermint oil and apply to temples to help with headaches and migraines. 2  Reduce cough or sinusitis: Eucalyptus oil is known for its powerful ability to fight coughs and open airways.