World Malaria Day is observed on April 25 every year, and the theme for 2019 is “Zero Malaria Starts with Me.” According to the World Health Organization’s Global Malaria Report, this deadly febrile disease claimed more than 400,000 lives between 2017 and 2018.
Common in many parts of India, it is a severe type of fever caused by the bite of the Anopheles mosquito. A mosquito bite infects the body with parasites that enter the bloodstream, where red blood cells multiply and spread the infection, causing a fever within 72 hours.
Over the past decade, the Indian government has made significant efforts to contain malaria fever and has made significant progress in reducing the number of cases.
Typical symptoms of malaria include high fever, headache, nausea and vomiting, chills, sweating, body aches, and severe anemia. In severe cases, fever can cause convulsions and affect liver, kidney, lung, and brain function.
Medications are available to treat malaria, and the fever usually subsides within 5 days. However, the road to recovery is difficult because malaria causes severe fatigue and weakened immunity. While doctors recommend dietary supplements to regain your energy, you can also find some simple treatments recommended by Ayurveda to help you recover faster.
Herbal medicine to lower body temperature:
Lime and lemon juice:
Mix equal amounts of lime and lemon juice with 100ml of water and drink continuously to boost immunity and fight fever.
Swertia Chirata leaves are recommended in both Ayurveda and homeopathy for the treatment of malarial fever. Boil Swertia Chirata leaves with cloves and cinnamon and cool. Take 30ml every hour to lower the temperature.
Holy basil and black pepper paste also helps reduce fever and replenishes energy.
On the road to recovery:
Giloy:
Giloy is a medicinal herb that improves hemoglobin count after fever. Powerful of free radical-fighting antioxidants, Giloy juice helps restore platelet counts, improves immunity, and helps your body recover faster.
Coriander water:
Coriander leaves are rich in anti-inflammatory properties and help lower your body temperature from within. Boil 1 bunch of coriander leaves in 250ml of water and strain. Continue to drink water to stay hydrated and restore your immunity.
son:
Songsu, also known as dried ginger, is rich in gingerols and hydrocarbons that are beneficial in fighting various infections. Adding a pinch of songsu powder to hot rice with ghee will give you instant energy.
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