Malaria is a mosquito borne infectious disease. It occurs when the anopheles mosquito infected with the plasmodium parasites bites a person. The parasites introduced to the bloodstream, travel to the liver where they mature. After several days they re-enter the bloodstream and infect the red blood cells. Traditionally, herbal remedies that are known to help in destroying the parasites and alleviating the fever are used as remedies for malaria. Some of these herbal remedies are found to be effective in supporting fast recovery.
The Following Herbal Remedies Are Considered Beneficial For People Suffering From Malaria:
1. Swertia Chirata
Swertia chirata, commonly known as chirata or bitter stick, is a bitter herb indigenous to India. In the Indian folk medicines, a strong infusion of the herb is recommended to help alleviate the malarial fever.[1] To prepare the infusion, steep 15 grams of the herb in 250 ml hot water for several minutes. For better result steep the herb along with few cloves and cinnamon sticks. Take 15 to 30 ml of the infusion daily.
2. Cinchona
Historically, the bark of the cinchona tree was grounded and given to malaria patients.[2] Quinine, the active constituent present in the bark, root and branches of the cinchona tree, is known to help in killing a number of species of parasites that cause malaria. Furthermore, it helps in controlling the intermittent malarial fever.
3. Azadirachta Indica
Azadirachta indica, commonly known as neem, is used in the folk medicines of India and Africa as an herbal remedy for malaria.[3] The leaves of the tree are crushed or grounded and given to people suffering from malaria. Drinking a bitter decoction prepared by boiling Azadirachta indica leaves in water can also help in providing relief from malarial fever.
4. Holy Basil
Holy basil leaves are considered beneficial for people suffering from malaria.[4] Take some holy basil leaves and extract the juice. Mix 10 grams of the juice with 3 grams of ground black pepper and take the mixture daily.
5. Sweet Wormwood
In the traditional Chinese medicine, sweet wormwood is a popular remedy for malaria. It contains a compound called artemisinin, which is known for its powerful anti-malarial activity.[5] Studies have shown that the bitter constituent of the herb is highly effective in killing the malaria parasite in the acute stage of the ailment.
6. Jimson Weed
Datura stramonium, commonly known as Jimson weed is a plant indigenous to India. Its fruits and leaves are known to help in reducing malarial fever.[6] It is considered especially effective for tertian malarial fever. Traditionally, the fruits are burned in an earthen pot and powdered and given to malaria patients. The leaves of the plants are crushed and combined with jaggery and given to the patient two hours before the paroxysm of the tertian malarial fever begins.
7. Guarana
In the Native American folk medicines, guarana is recommended as a remedy for malarial fever.[7] Drinking a strong infusion of guarana seeds seems to help in alleviating the fever and combating the infection.
8. Fever Nut
The seeds of the fever nut tree contain a bitter constituent, which helps in fighting malaria. In the folk medicines of India and Africa, the fever nut tree seeds are taken as a remedy for malaria.[8] According to folk healer, six grams of fever nut seeds should be taken with a cup of water two hours before the paroxysm begins and again after an hour after the paroxysm.
9. Garlic
According to a study, garlic contains certain sulfur-based compounds that help in blocking an enzyme responsible for assisting the malarial parasites in infecting the red blood cells.[9] People suffering from malaria can take a teaspoon of garlic juice mixed with equal amount of water thrice a day to combat the infection.
Caution: Please use Home Remedies after Proper Research and Guidance. You accept that you are following any advice at your own risk and will properly research or consult healthcare professional.