Posted on December 18,
2019 by CENTA Medical Group Fall is well underway now, which means the leaves are changing colors, ghosts and goblins will soon be parading through the Midlands neighborhoods and you’ve had your fill of pumpkin spice-flavored everything. It also means cold and flu season is upon us, and with that, your likelihood of experiencing a sore throat is higher. You might not feel like eating much when you’re sick, but there are certain foods that you can tolerate easily with a sore throat—and many of them can help accelerate healing. Feed a Cold, Starve a FeverYour mom might have uttered the phrase, “feed a cold, starve a fever” whenever you were sick. Guess what? Mom was right! Certain foods can help you recover from illness more quickly. The pain and discomfort associated with a sore throat might have you avoiding food altogether, but there are certain foods that will go down smoothly and make you feel better. Your Lexington ENT doctor recommends the following.
If you have tried these foods and your sore throat still hasn’t cleared up after a few days, make an appointment with an ear, nose and throat specialist at CENTA Meto ensure you don’t have something more serious, like strep throat. How do I get rid of a sore throat quickly?Lifestyle and home remedies. Rest. Get plenty of sleep. ... . Drink fluids. Fluids keep the throat moist and prevent dehydration. ... . Try comforting foods and beverage. ... . Gargle with saltwater. ... . Humidify the air. ... . Consider lozenges or hard candy. ... . Avoid irritants. ... . Stay at home until you're no longer sick.. What food should you not eat when you have a sore throat?Generally speaking, avoid fatty, spicy, or acidic foods as they can all increase irritation. You should also avoid crunchy or hard textured foods like dry toast or cereals, as they can scratch your already delicate throat.
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