5. Coconut Oil
Coconut oil is a really terrific treatment for a bacterial infection. The way that you want to apply this is topical. The great thing about coconut oil is that it doesn’t job killing the bacteria and relieving pain and itching that comes from having the sores without actually causing you any pain like Apple cider vinegar might. It is the lauric acid in coconut oil that makes the skin able to resist certain pathogens like bacteria.
Basically, coconut oil is able to create an invisible barrier that prevents bacteria from getting into the skin. But it isn’t just bacteria; it also protects the skin from viruses, fungus and more. If you really want to get the most out of this treatment, combine it with something like tea tree oil that will kill the bacteria while protecting the skin with that invisible layer. You can also take coconut oil internally because it has properties that help boost the immune system and balance your hormones. During an infection like impetigo, fighting the infection on the inside is just as important as fighting it on the outside.