Foods That Should And Should Not Be Eaten When Sick

For diarrhea, eat bananas, rice, toast. When constipated, get plenty of fiber and water.
When we are sick, tired, eating something will have a good effect or, in turn, make the condition worse. Here are some common illnesses and what to eat and not eat when you have it.
Diarrhea
For diarrhea, try the BRAT (short for banana, rice, toast) diet

. “There are many different causes of diarrhea, such as Crohn's disease or colitis. You need to see a doctor if diarrhea persists for more than two weeks or comes sooner when there are signs of dehydration, diarrhea accompanied by fever, bleeding, severe pain, nausea and vomiting ”, Dr. James Lee, St Joseph of California (USA) advises.




Best food: Brat diet includes bananas, rice, apple sauce and toast. In addition, oatmeal, boiled potatoes, savory cakes, roasted chicken or skinless turkey are also good for people with diarrhea.
Worst foods: Sugar-free candies and chewing gum often contain sorbitol that is bad for digestion and can cause worse diarrhea. Avoid foods that cause bloating including onions, broccoli, cabbage and beans. Milk as well as alcohol and coffee can aggravate diarrhea.
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Constipation
Constipation can occur when not eating enough fiber-rich whole grains, fruits and vegetables "Adults need between 25 and 30 grams of fiber a day," says Dr.



Lee.
Best foods: High-fiber whole grains, nuts, seeds, beans, prunes, oatmeal, flaxseed, broccoli, pears and apples. Drinking 6-8 glasses of water a day is good for diarrhea.
Worst foods: Chocolate, dairy products, iron pills, pain relievers, antidepressants can worsen constipation.
Nausea
Nausea makes all foods unattractive, but eating certain foods can reduce nausea. "In general, eat small portions and minimize odors," advises Dr. Lee.
Best Food: Salty pastries, biscuits as well as some dry bread or cereal.



Ginger, lemon tea, a few slices of fresh lemon, and mint will also help with nausea.
Worst foods: Spicy, greasy foods, coffee, alcohol, and carbonated drinks will make nausea worse.
Sore throat
Best food: Combining warm peppermint tea with honey will help relieve pain and heal wounds. Soft, thin foods like creamy soup, mashed potatoes, yogurt, eggs ...
Worst foods: Avoid hot liquids and hard foods, chips, nuts. Acidic juices from fresh fruits and vegetables as well as orange juice, grape juice and lemon juice can irritate your throat, making you more sore.




Body ache
According to Dr. Kristine Arthur, MD, Orange Coast Memorial Medical Center (California, USA), for general muscle aches, eating foods high in magnesium and calcium can reduce pain.
Best Foods: Magnesium-rich foods include nuts, bananas, beans, leafy greens, and avocados. Calcium-rich foods including salmon, yogurt, dark green vegetables and calcium-fortified orange juice also reduce muscle spasms and pain.
Worst foods: Anything that dehydrates you, especially alcohol and coffee, will increase pain.
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Headache
According to Dr. Arthur, dehydration is one of the leading causes of headaches.



So focus on addressing this cause first to relieve your pain.
Best food: Water and other liquids. "Drink a bottle of water and wait 20 minutes to see," said Dr. Arthur. Caffeine is known to dehydrate but it can also help in this situation as long as it is consumed in small amounts.
Worst foods: Foods that trigger more headaches include artificial sweeteners, monosodium glutamate, aged cheeses, chocalete, red wine, sausages, ham and dried fruit.
Ear hurt
Ear pain often accompanies other symptoms. Most commonly, ear pain is related to respiratory tract infection ”.



Certain foods can also relieve ear pain.
Best Food: Eat liquids and chicken soup to reduce mucus in your nose. Omega-3s in salmon and nuts reduce inflammation and vitamin C in dark green leafy vegetables and citrus fruits help boost the immune system.
Worst foods: Milk (except yogurt) can worsen sputum clogging. “Stay away from processed foods. It will increase inflammation and prolong the recovery process ", Dr. Arthur advises.
Rash
A rash can be a symptom of an allergy.



Certain foods will help when you have a rash.
Best Food: The omega-3s in salmon, sardines and walnuts, flaxseed oil as well as protein-rich foods are all important for skin health. “Skin is made up of protein. Therefore, a complete protein diet is essential for the synthesis of skin proteins, ”said Dr. Arthur.
Worst foods: The most common foods that cause itching are nuts, chocolate, fish, tomatoes, eggs, fruits, soybeans, wheat..

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