10 Home Remedies for Cholera

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10 Home Remedies for
Cholera

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Increase Fluid Intake
The first step in treating cholera should be rehydration. Due to
diarrhea, there is a high chance of becoming dehydrated and
this can worsen your condition.
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Homemade ORS
Prompt restoration of lost fluids and salts through oral
rehydration solution (ORS) can help reduce the intensity of
symptoms and aid quick recovery. You can use ORS approved by
the World Health Organization (WHO) that are readily available
in the market. You can also make ORS at home.
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Probiotic Yogurt
Probiotic yogurt is also effective in curing cholera. It contains
healthy bacteria that promote digestion and help fight off the
bacteria causing cholera. Plus, probiotic yogurt is good for your
immune system.
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Ginger
Being a natural antibiotic, ginger helps fight infection and cure
cholera. It can also help get rid of diarrhea, stomach cramps
and abdominal pain.
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Lemon
Lemon is also helpful in treating cholera due to its antibacterial
property. It can help destroy the harmful bacteria in the
intestines and digestive system that cause cholera. Plus, the
vitamin C in lemon boosts the immune system to speed up
recovery.
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Zinc Supplements
A 2008 study done in Bangladesh found that zinc supplements
are beneficial in reducing the duration and severity of cholera
in children. Zinc has more than 200 human enzymes that help
fight off the infection and boost the immune system.
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Onion
According to Ayurveda, onion is also effective in curing cholera.
Onion has antibacterial as well as antibiotic and antiseptic
properties. Plus, it helps relieve symptoms like dry mouth,
restlessness and thirst.
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Cloves
Cloves are also helpful for treating cholera as it helps ease
abdominal discomfort. Plus, the chemical compound called
eugenol found in cloves helps destroy intestinal bacteria and
parasites that can cause or worsen diarrhea.
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Fenugreek Seeds
To get rid of severe diarrhea due to cholera, fenugreek seeds
are also very effective. The high mucilage content in fenugreek
seeds will bulk up your stool, and thus help reduce the severity
of diarrhea.
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Turmeric
In Ayurvedic medicine, turmeric is often recommended for
treating diarrhea, one of the most common symptoms of
cholera.
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