Swimming and summer just go together, like peanut butter and jelly. However, swimming and swimmer’s ear also go together. According to mayoclinic.com,
“Swimmer's ear is an infection in the outer ear canal, which runs from your eardrum to the outside of your head. It's often brought on by water that remains in your ear after swimming, creating a moist environment that aids bacterial growth.”
This painful earache can be remedied with over the counter ear drops but a cheaper and “greener” way is to make a simple eardrop solution using products you likely already have on-hand.
What you will need:
-White vinegar
-Alcohol
-Old eye drop container (or anything with the ability to distribute drops)
-Funnel (make sure it fits the container)
Directions:
1. Combine equal parts of vinegar and alcohol
2. Shake well
3. Put 4 drops in each ear after swimming
The vinegar will restore the ear canal's acidity and dilute the alcohol to avoid discomfort. The alcohol helps evaporate any water in the ear canal that leads to bacterial growth. Be sure to make a new batch every couple of months to keep your solution fresh.
Like I always say, I love making homemade remedies because I know exactly what is in them!
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