Fever refers to the elevation of body temperature  due to infections, or any other ailment. Herbal treatments are recommended for mild fevers caused by viral infections, insect bites etc. If the fever increases or does not subside with natural remedies, it is advisable to consult a registered medical practitioner. Given below are some treatments that can be considered…

Few Natural Herbal Remedies for Fever

1. Echinacea is a common medicinal herb used for lowering body temperature during fever. The herb can be used as tincture or in the form of tea.
2. Cantip tea is another very commonly prescribed herbal remedy for fever. This calms the body down and warms it up so that the fever breaks into sweat.
3. A combination of licorice and thyme has been found to lower elevated body temperature.
4. Yarrow flowers are also known for their excellent warming effects, thereby stimulating sweating, and calming down of fever symptoms.
5. Garlic cloves in olive oil applied on the sole of the foot warms the body to break the fever. Garlic penetrates the skin and kills bacteria or viral infection responsible for the fever.

Watch the video to pick up some more herbal remedies to bring down a fever:

Tips for Managing Fever Naturally

• Eat plenty of green leafy vegetables. This is dietary fiber and regulates the digestion process.
• Eat many fruits during a fever.
• Chew on holy basil leaves.
• Take a teaspoon of honey and ginger syrup three to four times a day.

Herbal remedies for fevers are commonly used for babies and toddlers. Using natural treatments helps in avoiding use of prescription drugs in children.

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