Rubella is known as “three day” measles or German measles. The viral infection that causes this disease can be spread through oral means such as coughing and sneezing. The common symptoms that a person suffering from German measles has include conjunctivitis or eye inflammation, joint pain and rash.
Herbs and nutritional remedies can prove to be good natural cures for rubella. Though there is a vaccine for preventing rubella, this disease can be warded off using natural cures. Rubella is a disease that can pass through droplets in the air and coughing as well as sneezing can cause the rubella virus to infect another person as well. This disease generally lasts for a few days. It can also be treated using antibiotics.
Natural Cures For Treating Rubella
Vegetables And Fruits
Vegetables and fruits are nutrient rich and ensure that the body is supplied with antioxidants which support and boost immune system functioning. Fruits such as mango, papaya, pineapple, apple, melon, guava, banana, kiwi fruit and citrus fruits specifically are a very good natural cure for rubella. Fruits such as oranges and grapes containing vitamin C or ascorbic acid are rich in antioxidants which increase the ability of the body to fend off the rubella virus.
Vegetables such as collard, spinach and lettuce are rich in folate, folic acid and minerals such as calcium and magnesium which support the body’s immune system functioning and help to fight the viral infection causing rubella. You can take fruits and vegetables in raw form for best results. Fruits and vegetables are also high in fiber. Fiber rich foods attach themselves to the rubella virus and flush these disease inducing pathogens out of the bodily system.
Non Processed Foods
Non processed foods such as whole grain cereals are an effective natural cure for rubella. Rye, barley, oats and spelt are some of the non processed whole grain cereals which can be included in the diet. These foods have not been stripped off the nutrients and these can ensure good health and speedy recovery from German Measles.
Eating non processed rice and sugar can also boost your immunity as they are rich in nutrients such as iron and vitamin B complex. Non processed organic foods are the best option for those who want to rev up the healing process.
Cooking Oils And Good Fats
Saturated fats or trans fatty acids are very bad for digestion and cardiovascular health. Chief symptoms of rubella such as joint pain and inflammation can be cured by using healthy oils such as olive oil or plant based oils such as flax seed oil and canola oil. Avocado oil is also good for making the person feel healthier and recover faster from this disease. It is important to use healthy oils in which you cook your food or toss your salads, as this can also help in making the person’s immune system stronger.
Good fats such as fish, nuts and avocado are also necessary as these can improve the rate at which nutrients are absorbed by the human body. During a viral disease such as rubella, the person feels fatigue and lowered immunity. Nutrients can provide nourishment to the body and generate enough immunity to expel the rubella virus from the human body.
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera is an antiviral, antiseptic herb. It is also anti-inflammatory. It is therefore extremely beneficial for treating the symptoms of German measles. You can apply Aloe Vera gel extract on the rash that erupts in rubella infected persons. Aloe Vera gel can also be extracted from the inner part of mucilaginous, succulent leaves of this herb and applied as a salve over the rash.
Polysaccharides in Aloe Vera improve immunity and soothe the skin. Glycoproteins found in this herb soothe inflammations and rash blisters caused due to German measles. Aloe Vera gel capsules can also be ingested to fight the rubella virus in the body. This herb also relieves joint pain caused by rubella.
Echinacea
Echinacea Augustifolia is the botanical name by which this herb is also known. Another name for this herb is Purple Cone Flower. Echinacea is a herb which has immense benefits for enhancing the immunity of the body. Echinacea is a herbal remedy for viral diseases like rubella, because this herb is also antiviral. Echinacea increases the rate at which white blood cells are generated in the body.
White blood cells are critical for fighting the rubella virus in the human body. Echinacea root extract can be taken for good results. You can also brew tea from the root of this herb for soothing the body and increasing its ability to fend off German measles.
Astragalus
Astragalus Membranaceus is the Latin name by which this herb is also known. Astragalus root is known as an unbeatable herbal remedy for stimulating the immune system and fending off German measles. You can take the extract or tincture prepared from the root of this herb for good results. You can also boil the root in hot water and drink the strained liquid for good outcomes.
Astragalus is able to improve the ability of the body to fend off symptoms such as sore throat, inflammation, joint pain and rash by strengthening the body’s immune system functioning. It is also an antiviral herb so it can destroy the harmful rubella virus in the human body.
Winter Cherry
Withania Somnifera is the Latin name assigned to this herb. Ashwagandha is its Indian name. This herb is a Rasayana or restorative herb in Ayurveda because it is an energy tonic and it promotes good health and vitality.
Winter Cherry is a herb which can increase sagging energy levels. As a result, it is a very efficacious herbal remedy for fatigue and lethargy which sets in during rubella.Winter Cherry also enhances the circulation and immunity of the body and ensures a speedy healing process for the person suffering from German measles. You can take the extract of this root for best outcomes.
Turmeric
Turmeric is known botanically as Curcuma Longa. This herb is used as a common spice in Indian kitchens where it is called Haldi. Turmeric contains pain relieving and anti-inflammatory properties because it contains an active ingredient called curcumin. Curcumin destroys the pro-inflammatory proteins called cytokines which are responsible for joint pain and inflammation in the body.
Therefore, Turmeric is a good herbal cure for rubella. Turmeric root or rhizome can be dried and roasted. It can then be ground into a fine powder and added to dishes, gravies and drinks. It can also be taken in powder form daily for relief from key symptoms of rubella.
Caution: Please use 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.
