Fruit juice rich in vitamin C, banana yogurt smoothie and honey lemonade have antibacterial properties, reduce flu symptoms, and help patients recover quickly.
Influenza is an infectious disease caused by a virus, spread through the respiratory tract. Common symptoms include fever, sore throat, cough, stuffy nose, body aches, diarrhea or vomiting.
Doctor Tran Thi Tra Phuong, Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Tam Anh General Hospital, Hanoi, notes that people with flu need to keep their bodies warm, take medicine as prescribed, and supplement some drinks to help improve their condition. health.
Juice from fruit No added sugar replenishes the amount of fluid the body loses when having the flu. Patients should drink orange juice, grapefruit, or juice from bell peppers, tomatoes… because they contain antioxidants that help strengthen the immune system.
Warm lemon honey water Helps relieve sore throat and soothe coughs. Honey has antibacterial properties, suppresses coughs, while lemon is rich in vitamin C, supporting the immune system. People with the flu can add a few crushed garlic cloves to lemon-honey water to increase its anti-inflammatory and anti-viral properties.
Banana and yogurt smoothie Easy to digest, rich in potassium – an important electrolyte that helps rehydrate and support body recovery. Yogurt contains probiotics that improve the digestive system and strengthen immunity. Choose unsweetened yogurt and combine it with fresh fruit to make a nutritious, easy-to-digest smoothie.
Ginger tea Has anti-inflammatory properties, helps reduce pain, and enhances blood circulation. Drinking warm ginger tea every day also supports the immune system against flu viruses. People with the flu can cut a few slices of fresh ginger, soak it in hot water for about 5 minutes, then add honey or lemon to increase the flavor.
Water Maintains body moisture, thins mucus and reduces nasal congestion. Coconut water also contains a lot of electrolytes, glucose, and effective rehydration, without too much sugar like sports drinks.
According to Dr. Tra Phuong, the best way to prevent flu is to get a flu vaccine every year. People should also maintain a scientific lifestyle, exercise daily, get enough sleep, and eat a balanced diet with lots of fresh fruits and vegetables. Maintain personal hygiene by washing hands regularly, covering your mouth when coughing and avoiding close contact with sick people. Limit alcohol and tobacco because these substances weaken immunity.