Most of us have been taught to reduce a fever as soon as we notice it’s happening but they are actually an important part of our immune response.

• Lots of fear around fever
  • Febrile seizures: no brain damage or increase in risk of epilepsy
  • Not harmful
  • Scary
• Fevers are your immune system’s way of ramping up to fight infection
  • Increase in white blood cell count
  • Makes pathogens weaker
  • Important immune defense
• What to do with a fever
  • Touch base with your provider to make sure this is the right approach for you
  • Fast on only liquids above 99.5 degrees because you digestion shuts down at this temperature to use more energy to make white blood cells and fight infection
  • Take a hot/warm bath
  • Rest
  • Hydrate
  • Consult your provider if you need pain relief and to put a plan together for further supporting your immune system and fighting infection
• Once your fever is broken 
  • Carrot and celery broth for electrolytes
    • ½ cup carrots and celery boiled in 2 cups of water for about 20 min
    • Strain and drink the broth. If your body handles that well, eat the vegetables
  • Next move on to protein. Steak or chicken with very minimal seasoning. Chicken soup would be a great option
  • It’s normal to lose a few pounds with fever. Your body is breaking down muscle to make more immune cells, which is why you’re often achy with a fever
• Symptoms that would warrant further medical attention
  • Dizziness and inability to walk (due to weakness). This is an indication that your blood sugar is too low and your fast should be broken.
  • If you heart feels like it’s racing or irregular. This is an indication your electrolytes are out of balance and your fast should be broken.
  • If you experience constipation or headache.