Foods To Eat When One Has A Flu

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When you or your dear one suffers from flu, the last thing you might feel like doing is eating. It is definitely fine to eat a bit less with the flu, as you could have a reduced appetite.

Still, you will require to eat small portions of the right foods to supply you with energy and nutrients while you recover.

In this article, Nutritionist and Dietician Avni Kaul talks about foods to eat when one has flu.

Garlic

While one may think of garlic as a food flavoring agent, it is actually been used as an alternative medicine for various ailments since ancient times. Garlic consumption while having the flu can enhance immunity and decrease symptoms of severity. Consuming raw garlic can also be beneficial. Because of the immune-boosting effects, consider eating garlic at the first symptoms of the flu.

Yogurt

Yogurt having live cultures not only supports soothe a sore throat but can also enhance your immune system. Yogurt also includes protein. One can eat yogurt while his/her throat is sore, but be sure to opt for whole yogurts without adding any sugar.

Leafy Greens

Spinach, amaranth, methi and other leafy greens can also assist enhance your immune system when you have the flu. They contain both vitamin C and E, another immune-boosting nutrient. Think of mixing leafy greens with fruit as a smoothie, or consume them raw with added lemon juice. It is better to have these immunity-boosting foods throughout the duration while you are ill.

Vitamin C Based Fruits

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient to help boost your immune system, which is particularly important when one is sick. Though supplements can help, your body can get nutrients like vitamin C more effectively from the foods, you eat.

Consider consuming vitamin C–rich fruits while you are suffering from the flu. Fruits like oranges, strawberries, watermelons, and pineapples are some of the best sources of vitamin C.

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Avni Kaul, Dietician in Delhi

I am Avni Kaul a Dietician in Delhi and Founder of Nutri Activania with Masters Degree in Food and Nutrition from University of Delhi and is also a Certified Diabetes Educator from Project Hope and International Diabetes Federation. She is a Leicester Mammas Ambassador trained in Lactation Counselling with NHS United Kingdom. Mammas support pregnant and new mothers and their families. Specializations of Avni Kaul Include Infant and Young Child Feeding Practises, Pre and Post natal diets, Fat loss, Muscle Gain and Holistic Health and Nutrition

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