5 Foods To Eat with the Flu

It is going to happen… the flu! Everyone gets it and no one wants it. So, when it does happen, how do you combat the symptoms with food to feel better and quicker?

Easy! There are 5 flu-killers among the fruit and veggie categories that help suppress flu symptoms. What are they? I’m glad you asked, as I am listing them below.

#1. Hot Tea: Drinking tea (especially Chinese, Japanese, or American varieties) while you’re under the weather can help the body fight off infections, thanks to natural bacteria-fighting compounds in tea. Drinks like freshly-brewed green tea or hot water with lemon are ideal for staying hydrated while helping out that stuffy nose.

#2. Cirtus. While vitamin C, found in large amounts in citrus, can’t necessarily cure the common cold, several studies suggest that it can help reduce the length or severity of colds. What’s more, fruits like oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and limes contain flavonoids, which can help boost the immune system and are great for speeding recovery.

#3. Spicy anything! Spicy foods can make our noses run and our eyes water, but they’re also effective natural decongestants. Eating chili peppers, wasabi, or horseradish can help relieve the symptoms of congestion.

#4. Bananas. Bananas are rich in potassium, which is often depleted during bouts of sweating, vomiting, or diarrhea. They’re easy to digest (A+ for bland foods!) and can help replenish lost electrolytes.

#5. Ginger. Research has shown that ginger is incredibly effective at preventing and soothing nausea and other gastric ailments (such as constipation, bloating, and vomiting).