When you are ill you need proper food that not only provides you energy but also helps you get better soon and keeps you hydrated as you recover.
So, let’s check out this list of foods that are ideal as get-well-food!
Chicken Soup: It’s rich in vitamins, calories, minerals, and protein that your body needs during a recovery from illness. Electrolytes and fluid in it are helpful for vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, etc.
Broths: Broths are a rich source of electrolytes and fluid, and are delicious treats with various nutrients that help you recover from illness and go easy on your digestion system.
Soup: It keeps you hydrated and its sodium content balances your fluid levels. Soups are also good for clearing congestion and sore throat.
Golden Milk: This traditional hot drink made from turmeric and milk may help in reducing colds and flu. It cures stuffy nose, and sore throat, and may even reduce fever.
Eggs: Cooked eggs are a part of a bland diet and can be tolerated if you have nausea, vomiting, or diarrhoea. As it’s soft, it’s good for sore throat.
Fatty Fish: Fish like Mackerel, Salmon, Herring, etc., are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and can be helpful in alleviating body aches during cold and flu.
Hot Tea: A cup of hot tea acts as a natural decongestant and cures sore throat when you have a cold or flu.