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Flu occurs because of a mild infection of the upper respiratory tract, but is usually harmless and resolves within a few weeks.
However, the symptoms can be very disturbing such as stuffy nose, headache, sore throat, fatigue and can affect daily activities. (Also read: This is a list of foods that you can not reheat)
In addition, there are certain foods that can make the condition worse and can lead to respiratory infections. These foods should be avoided, especially if you are particularly prone to catching colds. Reported by Boldsky, here are foods that you should avoid when you have a cold.
1. Soft drinks
Soft drinks or soft drinks usually contain soda and are cold so they have a high sugar content and make it one of the worst drinks to drink during a cold. This drink can also cause inflammation and cause a decrease in endurance.
2. Candy
Candy contains a lot of sugar and artificial sweeteners and can reduce health to weaken the immune system. Eating large amounts of candy can reduce endurance so that diseases can easily enter the body.
3. Fried food
Fried foods such as fried foods or french fries are known to exacerbate inflammation and worsen flu symptoms due to the presence of excess fat and oil in the diet. (Also read: BTS’s “Dynamite” song tops Billboard’s New Global 200 Excl)
4. Cheese
Cheese is known to increase the production of mucus and make it thicker which increases the symptoms of nasal congestion, therefore, it is highly recommended to avoid cheese especially if you are prone to catching colds.
5. Fast food
Fast food such as pizza, pasta, and burgers contain a lot of MSG, which is a flavor enhancer associated with several diseases such as obesity and diabetes.
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