Children become very cranky during fever and it is impossible to feed them proper diet during this time. Here are a list of 5 best foods for fever which are both nutritious and loaded with energy.
Fever is body’s way of fighting infections/ unwanted microbes. Causes of fever include excessive physical/ mental stress, infections, sudden weather fluctuations or any inflammation in the body. Raised body temperatures and the process of fighting infections demand a lot of energy use by the body and hence complete rest is advisable.
Diet modifications include the use of recovery and antibiotic foods along with energy giving foods to help recover quickly.
5 Most Effective Foods for Fever in Children
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1. Liberal use of turmeric, ajwain and curry leaves
These herbs and spices are antibiotic in nature and help lowering body temperature & killing infection
2. Apricot Jam
An energy giving food, apricots have the body regain loast energy and are a must for speedy recovery.
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3. Dal khichdi with ghee
Easy to digest, balanced meal and a comfort food, dal khichdi is light on the tummy while providing all the essential nutrients whereas ghee aids digestion and boosts immunity.
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4. Banana-walnut milkshake
Complete food for the nerves, muscle, immunity and brain to save them from damage and boost recovery.
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5. Dark chocolate Almond smoothie
A surprising inclusion to the food cures, dark chocolate is an instant energy provider at the same time loaded with antioxidants. Almonds provide the essential oils to releive body aches if any and make the drink a complete meal.
Lastly, it is important to build your child’s natural immunity and disease fighting abilities to make him a stronger individual (read the article on immune boosting foods). Exposing him to natural sunlight, encouraging outdoor sports & physical activities, preventing excessive intake of junk foods are some of the habits that enhance a child’s growth – physically & mentally.
Give your child the gift of good health!
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Author
Dhvani Shah
RD, ND, PG (Dietetics), BSc, C.D.E.
Ms. Dhvani Shah is a consulting dietician and naturopathic nutritionist. She has done extensive research in traditional diet therapies and naturopathy and its relevance in modern context and is pioneering drugless healing and well being through her unique approach – FIMS. She runs the “FIMS clinic” which supports a body-mind-spirit approach. Dhvani specialises in Woman and Child Nutritionist by developing specialized nutrition programs, conducting workshops, developing nutritious recipes and now – writing a series of books on Child Nutrition, Women Wellness & Scientific Jain diet.