Many herbs have antipyretic (fever-reducing), antiviral, antibacterial, and immune-boosting properties that help treat different types of fevers, including malaria, dengue, typhoid, viral fever, and seasonal flu. Here are some of the most effective herbs for fever:
1. Giloy (Guduchi) – Best for Chronic & Recurrent Fever
Properties: Antipyretic, immunomodulator, blood purifier
How it works: Enhances immunity, fights infections, reduces high fever
Usage: Juice of fresh stem (10-20 ml) or decoction
2. Tulsi (Holy Basil) – For Viral & Bacterial Fever
Properties: Antiviral, antibacterial, diaphoretic (induces sweating)
How it works: Reduces fever, relieves congestion, boosts immunity
Usage: Tea with ginger, honey, and black pepper
3. Neem – For Malaria, Dengue & Purifying Blood
Properties: Antimalarial, antipyretic, blood cleanser
How it works: Kills parasites, detoxifies blood, reduces fever
Usage: Leaf juice (5-10 ml) or neem tea
4. Chiraita (Swertia chirayita) – For High Fever & Malaria
Properties: Strong antipyretic, liver detoxifier
How it works: Reduces fever, especially in malaria & typhoid
Usage: Decoction or powder (250-500 mg with honey)
5. Kutki (Picrorhiza kurroa) – For Liver Fever & Viral Infections
Properties: Hepatoprotective, antipyretic
How it works: Cures liver-induced fever (like jaundice)
Usage: Powder (250-500 mg with warm water)
6. Black Pepper (Kali Mirch) – For Cold-Induced Fever
Properties: Diaphoretic, antimicrobial
How it works: Induces sweating, breaks fever
Usage: Mixed with honey or in herbal teas
7. Ginger (Adrak) – For Cold & Flu Fever
Properties: Anti-inflammatory, diaphoretic
How it works: Reduces body ache, induces sweating
Usage: Ginger tea with honey
8. Moringa (Drumstick Leaves) – For Nutrient Deficiency Fever
Properties: Rich in vitamins, boosts immunity
How it works: Helps in weakness-induced fever
Usage: Leaf juice or powder in warm water
9. Cinnamon (Dalchini) – For Chills & Low-Grade Fever
Properties: Warming, antimicrobial
How it works: Improves circulation, reduces fever
Usage: Cinnamon tea with honey
10. Coriander Seeds (Dhaniya) – For Typhoid & High Fever
Properties: Cooling, antipyretic
How it works: Reduces high fever, soothes stomach
Usage: Soaked overnight water or decoction
Best Ayurvedic Combinations for Fever:
Giloy + Tulsi + Black Pepper → For viral fever
Neem + Chiraita → For malaria/dengue
Kutki + Coriander Seeds → For liver fever
Ginger + Cinnamon + Honey → For cold-induced fever
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