Kiran Dutta Kiran Dutta Asked 9 months ago

Is soup good for fever?

My daughter has a mild fever and she's not eating much. My mother-in-law suggested giving her some hot soup. Is soup good for fever, and what kind should I give her to help her feel better?

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Sandeep Nair Sandeep Nair Joined May 2026 6 months ago
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When my son had viral fever, our family doctor explained that warm soup is highly beneficial because the body loses fluids rapidly through sweat during a fever. Soups provide essential electrolytes like sodium and potassium, plus they are extremely easy on a weakened digestive tract.

Ritika Singh Ritika Singh Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

From what I know, warm vegetable broth is very comforting during a fever as it keeps you hydrated. However, if the fever is high or doesn't go down in a day or two, please don't just rely on home remedies and consult a doctor.

Alok Mishra Alok Mishra Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Yes, warm chicken or vegetable soup is excellent for hydration and soothing a sore throat during fever.

Kishore Chawla Kishore Chawla Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Soups are very good for recovery, but if you have high blood pressure like me, make sure you don't add too much salt or salty butter to the soup. Also, monitor your temperature regularly and visit a doctor if the fever stays high.

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Sanjay Bhatnagar Sanjay Bhatnagar Joined May 2026 5 months ago

My wife feeds me nothing but hot vegetable soup whenever I catch a cold or fever. It actually works wonders for clearing the sinuses, even if it is the only food you get to eat for two days!

Nitin Patil Nitin Patil Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Just make a simple tomato-garlic soup or dal pani at home. No need to buy expensive canned soups which are full of preservatives. It gives instant energy and opens up your taste buds when you are sick.

Shanti Devi Shanti Devi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Eating light and warm foods like freshly made soup allows your body to direct its energy toward healing rather than heavy digestion. Keep a positive mind, rest well, and let your body recover naturally with simple home care.

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