Dealing with a stubborn fever? Many families have turned to this time-tested grandmother's remedy for natural relief, using simple kitchen ingredients like garlic and parsley. Disclaimer: This is a traditional folk remedy, not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional for persistent fevers, especially in children or with other symptoms.
No need to immediately reach for medications—try this effective recipe first.
Contents - 5 cloves of garlic
- 5 sprigs of parsley (preferably with the roots)
- 1 handful of coarse salt
- 1 tablespoon of soot
1. Using a mortar, crush the garlic cloves.
2. Crush the parsley too.
3. Then crush the coarse salt.
4. Add the soot.
5. Mix everything to obtain a paste.
6. Apply this paste on your wrists.
7. Surround it with a compress and band-aid.
8. Keep it or change it as needed for 48 hours.
There you go—many report successfully lowering their fever with this method. Results may vary.
At the same time, take baths at 2°C below your current body temperature. This complementary approach also helps reduce fever.