Winter is the peak time when mosquitoes spread all kinds of diseases faster.  Two of the most common diseases that create havoc in masses are Dengue and malaria. Unluckily, for many people, dengue brings with it extreme pain, very high fever, and long-lasting weakness. In extreme cases, the dengue recovery time may take several months. But one can be optimistic to know that there is a particular dengue-related diet, which can make recovery quicker.

Are you recovering from dengue? 

If you or someone you know is suffering from Dengue fever you may add these 5 foods to your diet for quick recovery

1. Papaya leaves
2. Coconut water
3. Fruit juice
4. Herbal tea
5. Porridge.

Papaya leaves: Papaya leaf Extract are prescribed to all patients as a dengue cure, as they can increase platelets. When a person suffers from dengue, his total number of platelets radically, and papaya leaves can help in bringing that back to the normal level. The leaves can be taken in the form of juice or paste. Though bitter surprisingly, they also help in boosting the immunity of the patient, so that he recovers faster from the disease.

Coconut water: It is an excellent source of essential minerals and salts. It keeps the electrolyte level of the body, hence the patient doesn’t get dehydrated. In addition, it helps in keeping your body’s energy levels up and recovering weakness. It is mandatory to drink two glasses of coconut water daily to speed up your dengue recovery time. Otherwise, drinking as much as you can is highly recommended.

Fruit juice: When we talk about dengue recovery time, fluids hold the utmost importance because they are easily absorbed and help us fight our weaknesses. Natural juices provide needed energy and vitamins and boost immunity.

Herbal tea: Herbs strengthen your immune system and help you fight the disease in general. The best way you can have them is in the form of tea. The best among them are cardamom, peppermint, ginger, and cinnamon tea. This will help your body to relax and calm down your mind. It will also be supportive in inducing sleep so that you can take maximum rest and as a result recover quickly.

Porridge: While suffering from disease your body also needs carbohydrates to recover completely and get back to the normal lifestyle. The advantage of having porridge is that it is easy to digest and you can have as much as you want, it will not make you feel bloated and will fulfil your carbohydrates requirements. Another perk of porridge is that you can have it in many forms including sweet and savoury dishes, even people who are lactose intolerant can have it and get the benefits.

• How Long Will Dengue Fever last?

In most cases, mild symptoms of dengue usually last for 2 to 7 days and a patient usually recovers within a week of its inception. Dengue viruses like many other viral infections do not always show obvious symptoms. In most cases, patients particularly children and young adults are asymptomatic and recover in a week. 

In extreme cases, severe dengue (dengue hemorrhagic fever/dengue shock syndrome) starts showing symptoms from the third to the seventh day of the disease when another dengue infection occurs in a patient with preexistent active or passively attained immunity to a heterologous dengue virus serotype.

• Does dengue fever have long-term effects?

According to various global studies, millions of people around the world are infected with dengue every year, with some immediate effects that are not very harmful, but also some long-term effects of dengue. These effects include muscle aches, joint pains and hair loss.  

For children of ages less than 10 years, the effects of dengue are different, it upsets the functionality of their circulatory system. The mortality rate due to dengue is usually from 6 % – 35 % while, it was found that mostly dengue was more fatal for children among its patients. Infants less than 1 year suffering from dengue, died most because of dengue.

For adults, joints are most affected and the pain is severe usually. To get relief from joint pain patients must take extra doses of vitamins. Also, some relevant exercises may be helpful. Vitamin D and Vitamin E also boost recovery. In short, maintaining good health and appropriate levels of nutrition shall assist in fighting the disease quickly and without long term damage.

Now that you’ve read how to increase the Dengue Recovery time, it’s time you answer this one simple question:

What’s the first step you’re going to take to recover from dengue?

If you’re going to follow the nutritionist diet plan I’ve described above, you’ll probably achieve convincing results and if you would like to find or consult our best pharmacist, you can book an appointment with us.
We are also providing an excellent herbal solution called “Karika Medicine ” to enhance and increase platelets. I highly encourage you to give it a try.