February 1, 2017 admin Naturopathy and Nutrition Antibiotics or antimicrobial agents are classified as bactericidal (kill bacteria) or bacteriostatic (prevent growth of bacteria). Both types are considered to be therapeutically effective although both types depend on the host organism to eradicate the disease. Many childhood illnesses such as colds, sore throats, upper respiratory tract infections and many cases of otitis (ear infection) start as viral illnesses. A virus is
