During a cold, many adjust their diet. Raspberry jam, milk with honey, and aromatic chicken broth appear in the menu. It is promised that everything — including the broth — will help recover faster.
According to therapist Anna Hakimova, this is not a myth. As she noted, broth is rich in valuable substances that reduce cold inflammation.
How chicken broth is beneficial for a cold
Broth not only provides nourishment but also alleviates numerous symptoms associated with ARVI. The dish combats:
dehydration;
the feeling of hunger, which is "dulled" by the lack of appetite during illness;
vitamin deficiency for immune support;
cough;
other inflammatory reactions.
Moreover, broths are easily absorbed by a weakened body. The energy that could have gone into digesting food is redirected towards recovery. Proteins, amino acids, B vitamins, iron, and other minerals come into play.
Even the steam from the broth has "healing" properties, helping to relieve nasal congestion.
How to enhance the benefits of broth
The doctor suggested preparing broth from lean parts of chicken or a whole carcass with the addition of vegetables: onion, carrot, celery, and pepper are suitable. A balanced composition is important not only for immunity but also for the normal functioning of the intestines.
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