What should you eat when sick? [Infographic]
Foods that help you fight bugs faster (and avoid catching them at all).


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We’ve already walked you through how to handle your gym routine when you’re sick. For today: How to play your diet when you’re feeling lousy.

You might not realize it, but what happens in your digestive tract plays a huge role in how well you’re able to fight off germs. And what you eat — even, at times, whether you eat — can have a direct impact on how quickly you recover from a cold or flu and whether you catch the bug in the first place.

Here are some tips for boosting your immunity and feeling better fast.

Take care of yourself, and your gut takes care of you.

Want to take these tips everywhere? Click here for a fully printable version of this infographic.

Love what you learned? For a complete explanation of this infographic, check out our accompanying article: What to eat when sick: Should you feed a cold? Or starve a fever?

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