Can you drink milk with a fever?
No it will cause you to throw-up and get an upset stomach. The reason has been attributed to “curdling” which is caused by both the elevated temperature as well as the milk mixing with the acids in the stomach. It’s important to note that the body has the ability to fight off most infections. A fever is the body’s way of “cooking off” these infections. However, it has been my experience that 2 % milk left at 100 degrees for 3 hours had produced so much bacteria that we couldn’t get an accurate count. Though this hasn’t been proven yet, I believe milk will react to the higher body temperature and produce excesses of bacteria, which will make the body have to work harder to break the fever. As with any fever, it is important to consult a physician. In the meantime, you can hydrate the person with the fever by giving them fluids high in electrolytes, such as Gatorade or Pedialyte. Try to avoid foods high in protein, as they are prone to causing diahrrea and worsening the dehydration effec
