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A fever is not a disease in itself but instead it is a symptom
of another condition your body may be suffering from. When you
experience a fever, your body temperature rises to unhealthy levels
and can therefore create more and more symptoms that conclude your
immune system is fighting off a condition somewhere else in your
body. Your normal body temperature ranges from 97 degrees Fahrenheit
to 99, of course this varies from each person. When it comes to a
fever you do not have to worry unless your body temperature rises to
102 degrees or above. |
Many times, if you have a fever or high body temperature like this, it can
be a good thing. This is a sign that your immune system is working properly
and hard to combat whatever toxins or disease is trying to invade your body.
On the other hand, there are some situations when a fever can create bigger
and more serious problems. If you experience a fever of 104 degrees or
higher, people with risk or cardiac problems may be at a higher risk because
a fever literally makes your heart beat faster. In regards to a more extreme
and rare fever over 106 degrees you can experience serious dehydration and
permanent brain damage.
Although many people have never experienced these extreme high body
temperatures, there are many natural remedies and treatments that can be
used to help regulate and control your fever so it does not reach these
dangerous levels. Always consult a professional naturopathic
before taking any of these natural supplements or herbs.
- Vitamin A is completely essential when it comes to
maintaining and promoting your immune system. Vitamin A has the
ability to fight infection and strengthen your immune system at
the same time. By taking vitamin A on a regular basis you have
the ability to maintain and even prevent extreme fevers.
- A Free-form amino acid complex can be taken 3 times a day or as
directed on the label. This
supplement is an absorbed form of protein that helps repair the
tissues of the body, which have been damaged by fever.
- Vitamin C works to flush out the toxins of the body and
reduce fever before it escalates. Vitamin C can be taken in
divided dosages of 5,000-20,000 mg per day.
- Garlic is well known as the natural antibiotic and during
the time of a fever should be taken three times a day, two
capsules at a time for effectiveness. Use the brand Kyolic by
Wakunaga of America, which is a powerful odorless organic garlic
supplement.
- Herbs such as echinacea, feverfew and ginger are useful to
reduce fever.
- Always remember to replace fluids and drink plenty of
pure water during your fever to avoid serious
dehydration.
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Remember that when you experience a higher body temperature, a fever, your
body is trying to tell you that something else is wrong. A fever can be
quite beneficial and one of the strongest signs that your immune system is
functioning properly. However don’t let it escalate to extreme levels. You can avoid
this by taking advantage of the natural treatments above.
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