When you’re sick, you need to eat foods that build your immune system. When we give our families sugary foods, it weakens the immune system, making it harder to get over illnesses without secondary infections. I learned how to use these foods to help my family quickly get over illnesses and surgeries and strengthen their immune systems. Use this list to help you and your loved ones recover faster from colds, sinus infections, flu, stomach viruses, sore throats, nausea and weakness from surgery or sickness.
When my children came down with stomach viruses, I would give them crushed ice with fresh lemon juice squeezed on top to keep them from getting dehydrated. They would have a tablespoon every 20 to 30 minutes until they could keep it down for at least an hour. Then I would increase the amount to ¼ cup each time until they were stronger and ready to take in more fluids or mild food.
I hope that you find these foods and tips helpful. I encourage everyone to be kind to one another and pray Psalm 91 over your family, friends and neighbors.
Many blessings!
Food List
- Whole wheat bread (toasted or fresh is wonderful to strengthen someone while sick)
- Chicken broth (served hot or warm)
- Chicken soup
- Hot lemon tea (juice from half of a fresh lemon, and 8 oz. of warm distilled water)
- Distilled water (drink 16 oz. in the morning before breakfast to help with sinus infections and keep in good health)
- Fruit (organic lemons, oranges, strawberries and blueberries help build the immune system)
- Yogurt (organic vanilla-flavored yogurt builds good bacteria and strengthens the immune system; eat ½ cup each day)
- Whipped potatoes (whip with chicken broth instead of butter and milk; dairy products can increase mucus production)
- Scrambled eggs (easy on the stomach)
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