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The Best (And Worst) Foods To Help You Recover When You're Sick

Feb 19, 2014, 14:55 IST
Gawker Media
When you've got a cold (very popular around this time of year!) or stomach problems, eating might be the last thing you feel like doing. To recover as fast as possible, though, you need to nourish your body even more than when you're healthy. To that end, Greatist has compiled a list of the best and worst foods for when you're sick.

The article breaks down the best items by category: cold-like symptoms and stomach problems. You've no doubt already know about chicken soup and hot tea, but as with their guide to the best drinks for every occasion, Greatist offers the research behind each food. For example:

Perhaps even more important, Greatist advises us to stick to a regular eating schedule even when you're sick, because you need those calories to get better. Try eating smaller portions throughout the day if a big meal turns you off.

Check out the full list of nourishing foods at the post below.

The Best and Worst Foods to Eat When You're Sick | Greatist

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