Is ice cream good for fever?
My son has a high fever, and he's refusing to eat anything. My mother-in-law said to give him some ice cream, that it's soothing. But I'm not sure, is ice cream actually good for fever, or will it make it worse?
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5 months ago
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Honestly, ice cream is not recommended during a fever because cold dairy can sometimes worsen throat irritation or congestion. When my fever goes down, I prefer light walks inside the house to stay active rather than eating heavy sweets.
5 months ago
No, ice cream is a bad idea during fever. It’s loaded with sugar and dairy which can cause mucus buildup and phlegm, making you feel worse. Stick to warm soups and hydration till your temp settles down.
5 months ago
I just recovered from a viral fever last week. I craved something cold and had a little ice cream, but it immediately triggered a sore throat and cough. Please stick to warm liquids and simple khichdi instead.
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5 months ago
No, ice cream is not good for fever. It can irritate your throat; opt for warm water or coconut water instead.
4 months ago
I totally get it, when you have a high fever your mouth tastes so bad and you crave something cold like ice cream. But it can aggravate throat infections and make recovery slower. Try some warm herbal tea or warm water instead.