What to eat and what not to eat in viral fever: In case of fever, people usually resort to home remedies in the beginning. But some people are not careful about their eating habits. In case of viral fever, you need to improve your eating habits. If you eat well when you have viral fever, it will enable your body to fight the infection and your recovery will be faster. In such a situation, eating fried or junk food many times can increase the problem. Let us know what to eat and what not to eat in case of viral fever by dietician and nutritionist Dr. Shalini Singhal.
What to eat when you have viral fever?
- You should take a healthy diet when you have viral fever.
- In case of viral fever, eat light and easily digestible food like poha, dal, khichdi, rice and pulses etc.
- In such a situation, you can consume fruits, but remember to avoid eating cold fruits.
- To maintain energy in the body, eat foods rich in nutrients.
- In such a situation, do not let there be shortage of water in the body.
What should not be eaten when you have viral fever?
- In case of viral fever, one should avoid cold water and cold food.
- In such a situation, avoid consuming cabbage, gram, kidney beans etc.
- If your digestive system is not well then avoid drinking too hot decoction.
- In such a situation, avoid eating junk food and also avoid intermittent fasting.
What things should be kept in mind in viral fever?
- If you are diabetic, keep an eye on your blood sugar and blood pressure.
- If you are suffering from diarrhea then keep the level of electrolytes in the body balanced.
- In such a situation, instead of becoming a doctor yourself, you should consult a doctor.
- In such a situation, you should avoid alcohol or smoking.
