What should I eat when I have a cold? I guess most people will say, drink more water ah! This seemingly simple question, the knowledge behind is not simple, today we will give you a good science and technology. Cold is a very common disease in the human body, almost everyone has been hit. There are many rumors about the cold on the Internet, one of which is widely circulated that you should not use drugs to suppress the cold, just drink water is enough, otherwise it may lead to the occurrence of cancer, friends who have seen similar graphics can raise their hands in the background. What is a cold? When the autoimmune system or the local defense function of the respiratory tract is reduced, such as cold, rain, sudden change of climate, excessive fatigue, etc., it will easily make the viruses originally already present in the upper respiratory tract or invaded from outside multiply rapidly, thus inducing a cold. In the narrow sense, it refers to the common cold, which is a mild viral infection of the upper respiratory tract (nose and throat). The broader sense also includes influenza (commonly known as the flu), which is generally more severe than the common cold, with additional symptoms including fever, chills and muscle aches, and more pronounced systemic symptoms. Should I take medicine for a cold? It depends on the situation! If you have a common cold, you can choose not to take any medication because it can heal on its own in 7-10 days. For mild cases, you should rest in bed, keep warm, drink more water, avoid spices and smoking, and keep the air circulating in the room. If you have a bad cold, you can choose anti-cold medication. Since colds are caused by viruses, and the cold medicines nowadays are all symptomatic, and there is no direct anti-virus, so taking cold medicines will not make the cold better faster! But, it can make you feel better when you are sick with a cold. For example, a cold can cause muscle aches, fever, etc. Taking antipyretic and analgesic medication can relieve the symptoms and make you sleep better. So, a mild cold is an option to take medicine or drink water, it all depends on whether you want to fight it or not ~ It is important to note that do not easily infuse fluids. The reason is simple: 1, antibiotics are ineffective against viruses; 2, insoluble particles in the infusion process are harmful to the body. What should I do if I have a cold? 1, if you belong to the susceptible people of the cold, such as every flu you will be hit ah, cold like aunt every other time must visit ah, if you are this kind of people, then, usually pay attention to improve the body’s immune function. More exercise, balanced nutrition; do not stay up late, do not smoke and drink; good economic situation can eat some ginseng and other tonic; our ordinary consumers will eat more eggs, milk, fish; again, exercise is very important; 2, of course, even if you do the above points, everyone may catch a cold. What to eat when you have a cold? (1) Usually, when you have a cold, your taste function is reduced, and many people will feel that eating is tasteless. So, the first thing is to eat lightly. Eat some easily digestible porridge, lean meat soup (rib soup is too oily), and supplement with vegetables and fruits. Be sure to eat! Only eat down something, so that the body has the strength to overcome the virus; (2) drink more water. The cliché is not explained; (3) more sleep. Many cold invasions are related to the fatigue state of the body. So, if you have time, it is better to rest and let your body function to repair before struggling; (4) when it is cold, pay attention to keep warm; (5) keep a good mood. Emotions are closely related to immune function, so if you are happy, you will get well faster; (6) If you have a really bad cold, don’t delay, go to the doctor! Take medicine can not die, a bad cold may really hang.