Natural Altitude Sickness Relief

bholtby Active member

Member since 20 November 2011

bholtbyActive member08 July 2012 16:05:54

Hello All,

What natural remedies are available for altitude sickness? What are they called locally in Cuenca and where can I get them in Cuenca?

Thanks
Bruce

jm141302 Contributor

Member since 05 October 2011

jm141302Contributor09 July 2012 03:03:22

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The only proven remedies to help altitude sickness which are not manufactured pharmaceutics are: time, supplemental oxygen, and descent to lower altitude.聽 Dehydration may aggravate or mimic the effects of altitude sickness, so staying well hydrated is important. Over-hydration sometimes is thought to help altitude sickness, however this is not true and can be potentially fatal.聽 Coca tea is believed to help reduce the effects of high altitude, but there are no studies that have proven this.聽 Coca tea is often found at the local food markets or from vendors on the streets.