Meningitis is an infection and swelling, called inflammation, of the fluid and membranes
around the brain and spinal cord. These membranes are called meninges.
Meningitis is an inflammation of the membranes (meninges) that cover the brain and spinal cord.
Causes:
Meningitis can be caused by various factors, including:
Bacteria: Most commonly, Streptococcus pneumoniae and Neisseria meningitidis.
Viruses: Enteroviruses, herpes simplex virus
Fungi: Cryptococcus neoformans
Parasites: Toxoplasma gondii
Symptoms:
The inflammation from meningitis most often triggers symptoms such as headache,
fever and a stiff neck, confusion, and seizures.
Viral infections are the most common cause of meningitis in the United States. Bacteria,
parasites and fungi also can cause it. Sometimes meningitis improves in a few weeks
without treatment. But meningitis also can cause death. It often needs quick treatment
with antibiotics.
Seek medical care right away if you think that you or someone in your family has meningitis.
For meningitis caused by bacteria, early treatment can prevent serious complications.
Alternative Medication Includes:
Turmeric, Ginger, cayenne pepper, onion, cinnamon and vinegar 👍
Cinnamon Studies show that this spice and its antioxidants have
potent anti-inflammatory properties. Also, In a 2014 study in mice with Parkinson’s disease,
cinnamon helped protect neurons, normalized neurotransmitter levels, and
improved motor function, as well as can lower blood sugar by several mechanisms.
Cinnamaldehyde, one of the main active components of cinnamon,
may be beneficial against various kinds of infection.
It may also inhibit the growth of certain bacteria, including Listeria and
Plus, the antimicrobial effects of cinnamon may also help prevent tooth decay
and reduce bad breath
(https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-proven-benefits-of-cinnamon#TOC_TITLE_HDR_8)
ginger can successfully treat nausea, and (overstuffed feeling). Ginger also
appears to have strong anti-inflammatory properties, and can help with pain management.
Ginger and turmeric have powerful anti-inflammatory properties,
which could help decrease pain and protect against disease.
effectively reduced inflammation and decreased levels of nitric oxide
Apple cider vinegar is a food ingredient that has long been used as a folk remedy
. It contains modest amounts of probiotics, bacteria-killing acetic acid, and antioxidants.
https://www.webmd.com/diet/apple-cider-vinegar-and-your-health
cellular function
fluid balance
nerve transmission
kidney function
muscle contraction
Onions may help fight potentially dangerous bacteria
such as:
cayenne pepper:
Just one 45-gram chili pepper provides 72% of this nutrient. Like vitamin A,
vitamin C is essential to immune health. It also plays critical roles in collagen production,
iron absorption,
and neurotransmitter synthesis
(In memory of my sweet Bina)
Reference:
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/meningitis/symptoms-causes/syc-20350508#
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/10-proven-benefits-of-cinnamon#TOC_TITLE_HDR_8
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/onion-benefits#nutrients
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/8-benefits-of-cayenne-pepper#1-
Contains-several-important-nutrients
An analytical research paper is a paper that examines a topic in-depth using evidence and reasoning to analyze and interpret data. Additional research is always recommended. Analytical Researched and documented created by, Roberta D. Cheatham, LMSW/ Minister.
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