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12 Effective Home Remedies for Jaundice

Jaundice occurs when the bilirubin levels increase in the blood. This leads to yellowing of the eyes and the skin. In itself, it is not a disease but points towards an underlying medical condition. It is a common condition in newborn infants and goes away within a few days. However, it can be a life-threatening condition in adults and infants both, if left untreated.

Some symptoms of jaundice are vomiting, nausea, loss of appetite, fever, abdominal pains and headaches, swelling of legs and abdomen, and weakness. While aggressive medication would be needed in most cases, many natural home remedies can help in quicker healing from jaundice. 

Before we get into remedies, let’s take a quick look at the signs and symptoms of jaundice in adults. These can help you figure out whether you or someone you know has jaundice:

Additionally, you may be at a higher risk of developing jaundice if you have recently lost a lot of weight or if you have certain cancers (such as pancreatic cancer). Diseases like hepatitis and an inflamed liver may also lead to jaundice. If you have any of these conditions then look for the signs of jaundice mentioned above. Note that the yellow colouration occurs due to excessive amounts of bilirubin being circulated in the blood. 

Now, let’s look at some popular home remedies for supporting your jaundice treatment. Be mindful that none of these remedies can replace medication recommended by your doctor:

1. Natural Sunlight

When infants are diagnosed with Jaundice, apart from phototherapy, doctors recommend exposing them to sunlight as it is beneficial.

2. Sugarcane Juice

Sugarcane juice helps in strengthening the liver and aids in its proper functioning. Have a glass daily till your jaundice improves.

3. Goat’s Milk

At par with cow’s milk regarding nutrients, goat’s milk is easy to digest and is suitable for infants and adults alike. Goat’s milk also has useful antibodies that help in curing jaundice.

4. Green Grapes’ Juice

Juice of green grapes helps in improving the liver functioning. It balances the serum bilirubin levels and cures jaundice.

5. Ginger

Ginger has excellent antioxidative properties. It is also hypolipidemic so it helps the liver. Have in the form of ginger tea for best results.

6. Garlic

Garlic is a powerful antioxidant. This helps with liver detoxification and thus contributes to curing jaundice. Know more about the health benefits of garlic.

7. Lemon

Lemon juice helps in unblocking the bile ducts as it has antioxidant properties. Also, it enhances immunity and stops further damage to the liver.

8. Yogurt

The probiotics in yogurt help improve immunity. It brings down levels of serum bilirubin and offers protection against harmful bacteria. Have a bowl of curd daily to cure your jaundice. Read more on the health benefits of yogurt.

9. Tomatoes

Lycopene, a compound found in tomatoes, is a potent antioxidant. This helps with detoxification of the liver and curing of jaundice. Make a juice of boiled tomatoes and have a glass daily.

10. Amla

Amla is rich in vitamin C and other essential nutrients that help in combating jaundice. It improves liver functioning and helps balance the serum bilirubin levels. Boil amlas, make a paste and mix this with water and honey and have daily.

Read More: 7 Health Benefits of Amla

11. Tulsi

Tulsi or holy basil is perfect for the liver as it has hepatoprotective properties. It improves immunity and fights off infections. Boil Tulsi leaves in water and have this daily. Know more about the health benefits of tulsi.

12. Papaya Leaves

Papaya leaves are rich in papain enzymes that support digestion and improve liver health. Grind the leaves and strain to get the juice. Have a tablespoon daily.

Before using any home remedy, consult with your doctor. With regular medications and home remedies, you would be able to combat jaundice more effectively.

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