World Malaria Day 2024 Everything you need to know about what to eat and what not to eat while recovering from malaria

world malaria day 2024 , On one hand, the temperature is increasing across the country and state., Due to increase in temperature the problem of mosquitoes has also increased to a great extent., Mosquitoes can cause many serious diseases. Due to rising temperatures, breeding of mosquitoes is inviting diseases like dengue and chikungunya. Malaria (World Malaria Day 2024) is one of these serious diseases, which can even lead to death in severe cases. World Malaria Day 2024 is observed every year on 25 April with the aim of creating awareness. If treated on time, prevention and cure of this disease is possible. Today, on the occasion of World Malaria Day, we are going to give you some important information.

What is Malaria?

According to doctors, malaria is caused by the bite of the female Anopheles mosquito. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), malaria is a deadly disease spread to humans by certain types of mosquitoes. It is mainly found in tropical countries. This disease is preventable and treatable. This infection is caused by a parasite and does not spread from one person to another.

symptoms of malaria

The most common symptoms of malaria are fever, headache and chills. Symptoms appear 10-15 days after being bitten by an infected mosquito. Its other symptoms include the following-

Excessive fatigue
vertigo, dizziness
difficulty breathing
dark or red urine
Jaundice (yellowing of eyes and skin)
abnormal bleeding

How to prevent malaria?

According to a news agency, Dr. Mohan Kumar Singh has told about some measures to prevent the spread of malaria. let's find out..
-To avoid mosquito bites, use long sleeve clothes, long pants and socks.
-Since mosquitoes are most active during morning and evening hours, it is advisable to wear protective clothing especially during these hours.
Also, mosquitoes are attracted towards dark colors, so wearing light colors will be beneficial.
-The most effective way to prevent the spread of malaria while sleeping is to use insecticides and mosquito nets.
-With their use the chances of mosquito attacks at night are reduced.
-Empty water stored in containers around your house to prevent mosquito breeding.
-It should not contain buckets, old tyres, flower pots and other containers that collect water
-If you live in an area with intense malaria transmission, you may consider using IRS, which involves spraying insecticides on the walls and roofs of homes to kill mosquitoes.
– Seek medical help immediately if you experience any symptoms of malaria, including fever, headache, chills and vomiting.
-If prompt diagnosis and treatment is done, this disease cannot spread.
-It is important to apply sunscreen daily and bathe regularly.
-Keep your home and office rooms air-conditioned.
-If you are sleeping outside or somewhere in the open, then use a mosquito net while sleeping.
-Do not allow water to accumulate around the house and remove the water accumulated around the house.
-Avoid traveling or living in areas where water accumulates.

Include 'these' diets in malaria, recovery will be quick..!

timely treatment -The platelets in the blood of patients suffering from malaria become very low, causing weakness, fever and muscle cramps. If not treated on time, this disease can be fatal.

drink lots of water The body should always be kept hydrated but this is more important in malaria. Therefore, one should drink coconut water, fruit juice and maximum amount of water.

Protein and carbohydrate intake -Malaria fever causes great harm to the body. The body needs proteins and carbohydrates to repair damaged body tissues. For protein you can eat pulses, milk, eggs, meat and chicken. You can include bread, rice, pulses in carbohydrates.

consumption of fruits and vegetables – When the body gets infected with malaria, there is no appetite. In such a situation, fruits and vegetables are the best basis. Orange, lemon, papaya, beetroot, carrot and spinach should be included in the diet. You can also choose fruits that are rich in vitamin B and vitamin C.

consumption of dry fruits – When you have malaria, you need to include more phytonutrients in your diet to help deal with the antioxidant stress caused by the infection. Dry fruits are a powerhouse of phytonutrients as well as healthy fats and proteins. In such a situation, cashew nuts can be a good option.

fat — In malaria, we should take some precautions before consuming fat. Fat is essential for the body, but in limited quantities. Dairy products like cream, butter in malaria diet can cause indigestion and diarrhea.

What should not be eaten when you have malaria?

Do not drink cold water at all or take bath in cold water.

The patient should not consume fruits like mango, pomegranate, litchi, pineapple, orange etc.

People suffering from fever should not sit in AC for long.

Avoid consuming cold foods like curd, carrot, radish.

Do not consume foods made from chillies, spices and acid juice.

(Note: All the above things are being conveyed to the readers as information. ABP does not make any claims to me. Before taking any treatment, please consult a doctor..)

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