The Best Foods to Eat When You Have the Flu
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Flu strikes at the least time that you expect. When the flu hits us, we must provide our bodies with the necessary food that will aid in our recovery and boost your immune systems.
With flu vaccinations as prevention, let us also incorporate specific nutritious food that will help alleviate symptoms and heal when we already have the flu.
The Power of Healing Food that Aids in Flu Recovery
Getting better from the flu needs a holistic approach which starts with nutritious food up to getting our flu vaccinations and our daily exercise.
Read below a list of the best foods to eat when you have the flu:
● Citrus fruits. Oranges, lemons, and grapefruits are filled with vitamin C, which helps strengthen the immune system. We can include this food in our diet. Including these fruits in our diet can provide the necessary nutrients to combat the flu.
● Ginger and honey. These foods have been long used for their medicinal properties. Ginger helps alleviate inflammation and nausea; honey soothes sore throats and provides an additional energy boost.
● Garlic. Garlic is a world-renowned food that is known for its antiviral and antibacterial properties, which makes it an excellent addition to fighting the flu. It contains allicin that helps boost your immune system and combat flu symptoms.
● Soup. Soup is a comforting bowl of warm soup can provide warmth and hydration. Depending on the soup, it can provide essential nutrients that support your immune system. Choose the freshest ingredients possible if you can prepare your own meal.
● Leafy greens. Leafy greens like kale, broccoli, and spinach are highly rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals that promote overall health. You can make it into salads, smoothies or sir-fires that allow you to get various essential natural nutrients.
Road to Recovery
Fighting the flu is never easy, but you know more about eating the right foods. If you both have flu vaccinations and a nutrient-rich diet, our chances of recovery and strengthened immune system are higher.
Pearl Chemist Group offers flu vaccination services at all our branches includingthe ones in Banstead, Epsom, Merton, and Streatham. Getting your flu jab in time can prevent you from the misery and complications of the flu.
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