The fever seems to suddenly hitting. A signal that our immune system is under attack and working hard to attack. Fever allows our body to produce an antiviral substance called interferon. Interferon is a fundamental need to fight infection. A fever will also increase the movement and activity of white blood cells from the blood which is also important for healing.
1- Benefits of fever:
The benefits of the fever have been recognized from thousands of years ago. In fact, the story speaks of many patients who have been cured of the disease with therapeutic fevers. Currently, there is an important research which suggests that mild to moderate fever must be allowed to follow its course.
2- Does fever:
- Shorten the duration of illness.
- Reduce the chance of spread of the disease to other people.
However, during the creation of the pharmaceutical movement in the middle of the 19th century, aspirin compounds were commercially available and were largely marketed to the public. At the beginning of the 1900s, pharmaceutical companies had, with great success, convinced general practitioners and patients to be cautious and vigilant of fevers bring it down.
In reference to the common cold, flu, or a regular viral infection, can be counterproductive suppress our body's natural defenses. Of course there are exceptions, for example, you should seek medical attention for fevers over 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) that last longer than 4-6 hours or for any level of fever in infants less than 6 months of age.
3- Natural alternatives to treat fever:
It is undoubtedly a frightening thing when our children or spouses are affected suddenly with a fever. But, immediate treatment with Tylenol or ibuprofen cannot provide the best care. So here are some tips to provide comfort and aid the body in healing:
4- Herb:
Elder, santamaria, and Yarrow flowers are known to help in the treatment of fevers. Ginger has an effect of warming, and therefore useful in relieving the chills. In addition, tea with them for children, make sure they are always hydrated and nourished.
Some of the herbal teas offered for fevers are: Chamomile, Echinacea, red clover and Mint. The lemon juice and honey can also add to the tea for an extra dose of vitamin C and sweeten. (Note: it is recommended not to give honey to children under one year of age).
5- Homeopathy:
Belladonna, Aconitum, Nux vomica and Pulsatilla are four of the most common homeopathic remedies that I have used for fevers with great success. Providing nutritious foods and fluids - often lose our appetite when you are sick with a fever, so it's super important to give nutritional liquids, such as fresh fruits / vegetables, herbal teas, homemade soups and juices to maintain energy and hydration levels.
6- Rest and simple activity:
While it is very important for people with fever to rest frequently, a simple activity is very beneficial. A simple walk around the block in the beautiful cool air lifts the mood.
7- Essential oils:
Lavender, thyme, Rosemary, eucalyptus, Sage and essential oils provide comfort in the treatment of fevers. They are also known to help support the work of the immune system to support the body's natural defenses. For example, you apply a few drops of essential oil of lavender in cold water and soak a cloth in the solution to wipe the forehead of a child by a cooling, refreshing and relaxing effect.
8- Herbal spray to relieve fever:
Fever-herbal spray.
- 1 / 4 cup of 70% isopropyl alcohol
- 1 / 4 cup Scotch Elm 3 drops of peppermint essential oil
- 3 drops of lavender essential oil
Instructions: Combine all the ingredients in a spray bottle. Shake to mix. Keeps in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
Instructions for use: spray on pulse points every hour while you are awake. The pulse points are areas where you can feel the pulse with your fingers: dolls, sides of the neck and behind the knee.
Precautions: Label the vial "only for external use". Avoid spraying in the eyes and mouth. Use sparingly in children younger than 4 years of age (due to alcohol content).
Try these easy and useful homemade tips.your comments will highly appreciated.