Flu: these 5 foods should be favored to recover more easily

Has the flu virus struck you down and literally knocked you flat? It must be said that this disease is far from harmless and can make you tired for several weeks. Fortunately, there are a few little tips to help you recover more quickly, starting with a suitable diet. Discover the five foods to choose to get back in shape.

Hydration is fundamental for the good health of our body. And fever (very high during a flu infection) tends to dehydrate you. To recover more easily, don’t hesitate to make a vegetable or poultry broth and drink it daily. Because, “in addition to rehydrating the body, it contains sodium, which helps the body retain water, it thins secretions to better eliminate them, it warms and provides minerals such as potassium and magnesium“, explains Marie-Laure André, dietician-nutritionist. Get ready!

It is scientifically proven that Manuka honey has virucidal, antibacterial and immunostimulating properties, which can accelerate healing when combined with medical treatment. Thyme honey is also highly recommended. In addition to being very tasty, it is antibacterial and has expectorant properties which free the respiratory tract. Honey toast for breakfast or snack is yours!

It is well known that fruits and vegetables are good for your health, particularly because they provide vitamins and minerals. Citrus fruits in particular are the champions of vitamin C intake. This is good because winter is the peak season for oranges, clementines, pomelos and lemons. Do not hesitate to put them on the menu regularly (preferably whole, to preserve the fiber). And to vary the pleasures, also think about kiwi, pineapple or broccoli, also very rich in vitamin C.

In addition to being rich in omega 3 (excellent for cardiovascular health), salmon is one of the fish that provides the most vitamin D, which would play a role in the prevention and treatment of the flu. Thus, 100 g of salmon is enough to cover our entire daily needs. You can alternate it with other fatty fish (tuna, herring, mackerel, sardines), and possibly ask your doctor for supplementation in the form of drops.

A true “pleasure food”, dark chocolate has its place as part of a balanced diet. Certainly, it is rich in fat and sugar, but it also provides magnesium, theobromine and caffeine, which help fight fatigue and get back in shape. Another asset, “it contains copper, an anti-infectious and anti-inflammatory trace element, which supports the body in its fight against viruses and bacteria responsible for flu-like conditions“, reminds the nutritionist. So no reason to deprive yourself of it!