In this article, we would like to talk about how not to lower, but to increase body temperature. There are times when you just need to do it yourself.
Agree, we all have such situations in life when it is necessary to imitate bad health. Sometimes it is simply necessary to skip classes, reschedule an exam, or not show up for work on a certain day.
And at the same time, they will not always agree to meet you halfway if you tell about the real reason for the omission. Well, then getting a certificate is the most reasonable thing. And if you don't know how to fake certificates, fake your body temperature.
Is it possible to increase body temperature?
In addition to those cases when it is necessary to simulate a disease, situations arise in which the body has a low temperature. In this case, it is recommended to return it to its normal state, that is, slightly increase it. When can it be?
- In the case when a person is dressed lightly, and it is cold outside, that is, when hypothermia
- The body needs a break when it was seriously ill for a long time. Immunity then becomes very weak, the temperature drops
- Overwork can also occur during prolonged heavy physical exertion. The body's defense cannot but turn on under such circumstances.
- Sometimes due to malfunction of the pituitary gland slowing down the processes of digestion, the work of the heart - this can lead to a decrease in temperature
- Hormonal disbalance- in this case, it is advisable not to raise the temperature artificially, but to visit an endocrinologist. The doctor will be able to choose the therapy that is able to cope with the problem.
IMPORTANT: Remember that you should artificially raise the temperature very carefully - if you overdo it, fainting or even poisoning is possible. Choose the method wisely and do everything carefully, remembering that the level of susceptibility is different for everyone.
How much to raise the body temperature of an adult?
- stylus- a method known for a long time and consisting in eating the lead of the most ordinary pencil. However, you should take a simple pencil at the same time, since the pigment contained in the color can provoke food poisoning.
- Swallow the pieces quickly without chewing to avoid staining your teeth and lips, and drink some water. The temperature is guaranteed to rise for 3 or 4 hours, reaching even 40 degrees
- Stationery glue- allows you to quickly raise the temperature to 37 degrees, in addition to getting a runny nose. The most ordinary glue is suitable, which should be applied in a small amount to the nasal mucosa
- Coffee- a soluble form is suitable, which should be chewed in the amount of two or three teaspoons. Keep in mind that ground and grain coffee will not bring the expected effect.
- Breathing exercises- are used by climbers in order to warm up as quickly as possible when movement is limited. Four deep breaths should be taken, and then draw as much air into the lungs as possible, while holding the press with the diaphragm in tension.
- You need to imagine that you seem to want to crush the air inside you. Count 20-45 seconds. If you repeat the above algorithm 5 times, you can raise the temperature to 37 degrees and even higher
IMPORTANT: No matter how tempting the breathing technique may seem, you should only resort to it if you have the appropriate training. For example, if mountaineering is familiar to you firsthand, then you can try it.
- Rubbing your armpits with salt, pepper, garlic, or onions- if you choose one of the components and treat the armpit area with it, then after 10-15 minutes you can get a temperature of about 38 degrees. However, keep in mind that garlic or onions will smell strongly, and the skin at the site of rubbing may become red and irritated.
How to raise the temperature of a child?
- If the child is just cold, hurry up wrap him in a blanket while wearing warm clothes. Hot tea in addition to this will be an excellent remedy if it is not scalding. Can you put a heating pad under the blanket?
- It happens that even a bad emotional state can cause a decrease in temperature - for example, depression, apathy. In this case, you should give the child as much attention as possible and preferably see a psychologist
- If the child has a constant low temperature in the region of 35 degrees, this may be due to prematurity of the baby or trauma during childbirth. In this case, it is necessary not only to artificially raise the temperature each time, but conduct regular check-ups with specialists and take care of the child at home as carefully as possible
- A decrease in body temperature can result in a prolonged ARVI or some other disease that significantly reduces immunity. The observation of a doctor here is desirable, although, as a rule, the temperature itself gradually returns to a normal level.
- As for immunity, in its absence, the temperature is almost always lowered. In this case taking multivitamins, playing sports, proper nutrition, hardening help a lot
- If a child lives in an area where iodine deficiency is observed, he may have problems with the thyroid gland and, as a result, a decrease in body temperature. Then drugs, iodine content, are simply necessary - for example, "Jodomarin"
IMPORTANT: The child's low body temperature should be treated very carefully - it also happens that it is simply a consequence of the peculiarities of the constitution. If the baby does not feel discomfort, then drastic actions should not be taken, especially self-medication, which can only harm the growing body.
Drugs that increase body temperature
- Pyrogen preparations able to raise body temperature if the immune system is weakened. Examples of such drugs are Pyrogenal, purified sulfur. However, an overdose of these drugs without taking into account weight is fraught not only with a sharp increase in temperature, but also with other side effects - nausea, vomiting, pain in the head and joints.
- echinacea also strengthens the immune system and raises the temperature. Can be used as a tincture or as a tea
- Hypericum tincture great for warming up. It is done as follows: a tablespoon of St. John's wort is poured with a glass of boiling water, after which the broth is infused. It should be consumed warm, preferably combined with the soaring of the legs.
- Valerian and motherwort help in the event that the cause of the temperature drop was stress. After taking such tinctures, the body should return to normal operation and, consequently, the temperature should also rise.
Pills that increase body temperature
As for the means in the form of tablets, there is practically nothing to recommend, because the same "Pyrogenal" is available in the form of ampoules. Is it possible to advise vitamins, since a weak immune system often serves as a consequence of a low temperature.
It is best to consume vegetables and fruits directly, but tablets will also work - they come with a high content of vitamins, with a low content and for children.
The only pills worth taking to raise the temperature are vitamins Foods that raise body temperature
- Cayenne pepper- A quarter teaspoon of this seasoning, added to food daily, will help to cope with the task. The capsaicin found in peppers is responsible for the release of heat.
IMPORTANT: There is an opinion that we can successfully replace cayenne pepper with jalapeno or habanero peppers, but this is a delusion.
- Ginger- To increase body temperature, you need a piece the size of a thumb. If you are not able to chew it, leave a piece to boil in water for 5 or 10 minutes - this is how ginger tea is made. However, if you really don’t like ginger at all, replace it with root vegetables such as beets, sweet potatoes or carrots.
- Brown rice- when eating this product daily, you will saturate the body with complex carbohydrates, and they, in turn, will put a strain on the digestive system. As a result, the body will have to make a lot of effort to digest the product, which will give the desired body temperature.
How to increase body temperature with honey?
There is an opinion that you need to drink several cups of tea with raspberries and honey to raise the temperature. However, this is a delusion, since such an action will only give the effect of the appearance of an increase in temperature.
If, after such tea, you use a thermometer, it will immediately become clear that the mark has remained the same as before. In order for honey to really make the temperature creep up, you have to eat a lot of it.
IMPORTANT: If you liked the method of simultaneously absorbing a large amount of honey, then it is better to refuse it immediately. Despite all its benefits, a large portion of honey will increase the load on the heart.
Honey is useful, but no more than a few spoons a day How to increase body temperature with iodine?
Increasing the temperature with iodine is a method known to schoolchildren. However, the tincture in its pure form should not be used in any case, it is recommended to apply 4-6 drops with a pipette on a piece of sugar. Sugar is swallowed immediately, it is not necessary to chew it. But drink cold water. After 15 minutes, the temperature will rise to 38 degrees.
IMPORTANT: Iodine must be handled very carefully, otherwise you can get not only an increase in temperature, but also poisoning.
How to increase body temperature with raspberries?
Just like with honey, raspberry tea will not raise the temperature. It will seem that the body has become hot, but the thermometer will tell you otherwise. Moreover, this berry is considered antipyretic, so for our purpose it will not be useful for sure.
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Advice that many give: if shortly before measuring body temperature jump, push up or run, the thermometer will report that you have 37-37.5 degrees. This happens due to intense sweating, increased metabolic processes.
However, it is not always possible to physically load yourself before measuring the temperature, but at the same time, you don’t want to put your health at risk either. In this case, use safe methods to get the desired mark:
- Dip a clean rag into boiling water, hold it there for literally 3 seconds, then cool a little. By putting such a rag on your forehead, you will create the appearance of a body burning from the heat.
- If you have time to spare, you can soar legs. It will be especially good to add a little mustard or aromatic oil with St. John's wort or eucalyptus to the water.
- Body temperature is directly related to metabolism - this is a proven fact. Treat yourself to a good meal for the body to start working
- geranium leaves, placed in the nose, will help to perfectly simulate not only a high temperature, but also a runny nose
Geranium is a plant that almost everyone has - If you need to do manipulations directly with a thermometer, use heaters, batteries, hot liquids
IMPORTANT: You should very carefully heat the thermometer, because no one will believe too high an indicator. In the case of a mercury thermometer, you can achieve that it will burst, and this is already fraught with unpleasant consequences.
- Can be crafted heating pad from mustard plaster dipped in hot water. It is recommended to wrap the heating pad with a plastic bag so that the thermometer does not come into direct contact with the mustard plaster.
- Lightly tap the thermometer from different sides- so you can make it show what you need
- Dissolve 4 tablespoons of vinegar in a liter of water. You should smear yourself with this solution, and then wrap yourself in a blanket. Apart from the possible smell from the vinegar, the method can be called quite effective.
As you can see, you can raise the temperature for various reasons - to simulate an illness or to actually get rid of an indisposition.
However, in the latter case, low temperature is a consequence, and not the cause of health problems. Well, as for the simulation, it is necessary to conduct it wisely, otherwise you will have to be treated later.
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