Feeling Sick? Here Are The Best Foods To Eat
As current or aspiring professional cheerleaders, we want to be the best version of ourselves most of the time. But the reality is that we can get sick. And that’s no fun at all. It can affect not just your workouts, but your mood and overall productivity.
In today’s article, I’m going to provide you a list of foods that will support your body while it’s recovering. Yes, you read it correctly. Food is a great tool for improving your health. The right foods provide you with more energy, keep you warm, and help fight an infection. Read on to find out.
1. Chicken soup
Chicken soup is more than a comfort food. Those veggies and chicken meat in your soup are excellent sources of vitamins A and C and other antioxidants that boost your immune system. Put together chicken, carrots, celery, onions, and chicken cubes for a flavorful meal. Feel free to add more spices if you like — even pasta!
You might be interested in these soup recipe ideas.
2. Coconut water
The doctor’s advice makes sense. Staying hydrated while you’re sick is important since fever draws out moisture from your body. Aside from water and fruit juices, coconut water is a great option. Coconut water contains electrolytes that include sodium, potassium, phosphorus, magnesium, and calcium.
3. Broccoli
This cruciferous vegetable is worth adding to your diet whether you’re trying to fight off or prevent a cold. Here’s an interesting fact: Broccoli has more vitamin C than oranges! The reason why this veggie is beneficial for your immune system is that it contains phytochemicals. You can eat broccoli steamed, with pasta, or meat — your choice. Check out these 40+ broccoli recipes by Delish.
4. Garlic
Garlic is another food remedy that wards off colds. While it is highly nutritious, it contains very few calories. Nutrients that are found in garlic include vitamin C, manganese, vitamin B6, and selenium. You don’t have to eat garlic by itself. There are plenty of ways to consume it. For example, minced garlic can be added to your soups, salad dressings, and casserole recipes.
5. Bananas
Delicious and high in potassium, bananas are a great option when you’re sick. Potassium in bananas play many roles such as ensuring fluid balance and muscle function. Have a banana smoothie, eat it plain, add some slices to your cereal, or mix it with your peanut butter toast.
6. Yogurt (Low-Sugar)
Yogurt is a dairy product that’s made by fermenting milk. You may have eaten yogurt as a pre- or post-workout treat, but in reality it’s another wonderful food that strengthens your immune system. 100 grams of yogurt can contain as much as 10 grams of protein — a macronutrient that promotes body repair.
There you have it. Be sure to include these foods on your pro cheer nutrition list. Finally, steer clear of caffeine, spicy foods, and alcohol when you’re not feeling well. They can make your symptoms worse. For example, caffeinated drinks can increase dehydration since they have a mild diuretic effect.
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