Dengue: Foods and drinks that help you recover faster
What's the story
India is seeing an exponential rise in the number of dengue cases with each passing day. While Delhi has registered over 5,000 cases so far (the highest in five years), Bihar has clocked 310 fresh ones today. If you are infected but can manage your symptoms at home, add these five foods to your diet to speed up the recovery process.
Electrolytes
Coconut water
Packed with essential electrolytes, coconut water can save you from dehydration and replenish the body with lost nutrients and salts. Consuming it can also help you heal from weakness faster and keep you energized throughout the day. It is recommended to drink two glasses of fresh coconut water during your recovery period. This will also help you eliminate toxins from your system.
Platelet count
Papaya leaves
Papaya leaves are another common offering that all those suffering from dengue must consume for a speedy recovery. This is because they help increase platelet count in your body that otherwise falls drastically during the illness. All you have to do is, make fresh juice using these leaves and drink it once or twice daily (or as directed by your doctor).
Antipyretic properties
Giloy juice
Giloy can help you manage dengue fever with its strong antipyretic properties. At the same time, it also boosts your immunity to mitigate the complications of this disease. Additionally, this green herb also comes in handy to increase platelet count, which makes it all the more useful during recovery from dengue. Boil two giloy stems in water and consume warm twice daily.
Fruits
Fruits like oranges and pomegranates
Both oranges and pomegranates can contribute to your recovery as they are loaded with several vitamins and minerals. They are high in water content, which can help keep you hydrated. While orange keeps you hydrated and its vitamin C content boosts your immunity, pomegranate increases your platelet count. Both decrease fatigue and reduce oxidation in the body.
Tea
Herbal tea
Even herbal tea can pace up your healing from this mosquito-borne disease and help you achieve normalcy. You can go for peppermint, cardamom, ginger, or cinnamon tea at home to hydrate and nourish your body. These teas can also provide quick relief from a sore throat, cold, runny nose, and fever. Additionally, they can help you sleep better, ensuring a more restful night.