Well, flu season is here - hopefully you’ve
gotten your shot and are well prepared! But even if you get the infamous
influenza, residents should still be wary of the all-to-common cold.
When you’re sick with a cold, we’re sure
you know the usual must-do’s: drink lots of water, stay warm, and get plenty of
rest. But there are lots of myths floating around about what you should eat or
drink when you’re sick - and what foods will help you recover faster.
Producitivity blog Lifehacker.com
had a great blog post last week outlining some of the best foods to eat if
you’re trying to get over illness. Here are some of them:
Citrus
Fruits
It's a myth that vitamin C can cure the
common cold, and there isn't actually much scientific evidence behind the
theory that it'll reduce the length or severity of colds, either [5]. However,
while citrus fruits might not be a cure-all, the soft white layer of skin found
on oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and limes does contain flavonoids, which can
help boost the immune system and are great for speeding recovery.
Popsicles
Staying properly hydrated while sick with a
chest cold can keep mucus thin and help lessen congestion. While it's generally
better to eat fruit rather than drink it,popsicles are great as a different way
to hydrate and are especially easy on the throat. Bonus points if they're 100
percent fruit juice, or made from whole fruit!
Spicy
Foods
Spicy foods can make our noses run and our
eyes water, but they're alsoeffective natural decongestants. Eating chili
peppers, wasabi, or horseradish can help relieve the symptoms of congestion.
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