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5 Best Home Remedies For Hypothermia Treatment

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Hypothermia is a condition where the body temperature drops down significantly. It usually happens due to ultra-cold temperatures, especially during winters. In hypothermia, the body temperature of an individual falls below 95°F, and if the case is severe, it can go down to 82°F. It can be life threatening. However, the home remedies for hypothermia treatment given here can be of great help.


Hypothermia in the earliest stage is mild; hence, it is less complicated and easy to treat. If left untreated, hypothermia can turn fatal. The entire body functions are slowed down. It directly affects the breathing rate, heart rate, mental activity, and metabolism.

Hypothermia Causes

Primary Cause: Exposure to cold temperatures
Secondary Cause: Medications, thyroid, alcohol, drugs, trauma, and diabetes

Hypothermia Symptoms

Cold body
Low energy
Shivering
Shallow or slow breathing
Memory loss or confusion
Weak or slow pulse
Exhaustion or drowsiness
Mumbled speech
Fumbling hands
Lack of coordination
Stumbling steps

  • Ginger Tea


Procedure:

  1. Take 2 to 3 pieces of fresh ginger roots.
  2. Smash them using a pestle and mortar.
  3. Boil 2 cups of water.
  4. While boiling, add the crushed ginger to it.
  5. Boil for 5 minutes and strain the liquid.
  6. Serve the tea when it is slightly warm 3 to 4 times with a time gap of 30 to 45 minutes.


How Does It Work?

Ginger Tea: A cup of warm ginger tea is the best-known remedy for hypothermia. It helps in stimulating the blood circulation while warming the body at the same time. Studies demonstrate that the acetone extracts of ginger roots significantly reduced the serotonin-induced hypothermia. This is due to the compound shogaol in ginger.

The Remedy Is Not Good, If:

  • You are suffering from diabetes. It increases the insulin levels.
  • You have bleeding disorders. It increases the bleeding.
  • You have heart problems.
  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding.

  • Cinnamon Tea

Procedure:

  1. Take 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder or 2 cinnamon sticks.
  2. Boil it in a cup of water for 5 to 7 minutes.
  3. Drink the tea when it is warm.

How Does It Work?

Cinnamon: It is a well-known warm spice, which helps in regulating the blood flow and normalizing the body temperature. The key compound in cinnamon is none other than cinnamaldehyde, which is reported to have antipyretic and anti-hypothermic actions.

The Remedy Is Not Good, If:

  • You are on medications for blood thinning.
  • You have an increased heart rate.
  • You have skin allergies.
  • You are diabetic.
  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis)

Procedure:

  1. Get some fresh leaves of Camellia Sinensis or just get a packet of green tea.
  2. Steam the leaves in water or boil the powder with water if you are buying from a store.
  3. Strain the liquid and drink when slightly warm to prevent hypothermia.

How Does It Work?

Green Tea: Many don’t know that green tea is none other than the leaves of Camellia Sinensis. It has potent antioxidants and other anti-inflammatory as well as cold-protective properties to guard the body against cold. But make sure to use green tea that is free from caffeine. Else, the condition may worse.

The Remedy Is Not Good, If:

  • You are using a green tea brand that contains caffeine in it.
  • You are suffering irregular heartbeats and anxiety. Do not exceed more than a cup.
  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • You have liver problems.
  • You have hypertension.

  • Ginkgo Biloba Tea

Procedure:

  1. Take a few Ginkgo biloba leaves (probably, 4 to 5).
  2. Take a cup of water.
  3. Steep them together for 5 – 10 minutes.
  4. Strain the liquid and drink when warm.

How Does It Work?
Ginkgo Biloba: It is a well-known Chinese herb and can treat plenty of diseases while the one being hypothermia. In fact, it is very effective for hypothermia treatment. This is due to the presence of rich antioxidant properties in them. It keeps the body warm.

The Remedy Is Not Good, If:

  • You are suffering from fertility problems.
  • You are diabetic.
  • You have seizures and bleeding disorders.
  • You are on blood thinning medications.

  • Ginseng Tea

Procedure:

  1. Take 2 to 3 grams (equals to 5 – 7 slices) of ginseng root (chopped).
  2. You can even use ginseng powder.
  3. Add this to a cup containing water.
  4. Boil for 5 minutes.
  5. Strain and drink when warm.

How Does It Work?

Panax ginseng: When it comes to home remedies for hypothermia treatment, this traditional herb is something that is often prescribed. It puts off the symptoms that develop after a person exposes himself or herself to cold temperatures. Ginseng roots are fortified with compounds called adaptogens, which helps in increasing the body’s capability to adapt mental or physical stress. Besides this, it increases the mental acuity and antioxidant capacity in the body.

The Remedy Is Not Good, If:

  • You are autoimmune, and hormone disorders.
  • You are suffering from cancer.
  • You have schizophrenia.
  • You have heart problems.
  • You are suffering from sleep problems.
  • You have bleeding disorders.
  • You are on blood-thinning medications.
  • You have high blood pressure.
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