When you’re feeling under the weather, it can be difficult to find the energy to cook for yourself or the appetite to eat. But the show must go on, as they say, so here are some foods that might be easier to stomach when you’re not feeling well.
BRAT Foods
Being sick to your stomach with the flu or food poisoning can definitely make you feel pretty bratty, but the good news is that BRAT foods can help. BRAT stands for bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast, though it can also include things like crackers, oatmeal, watermelon, and boiled potatoes. The idea is to eat things that are bland, easy on the stomach, and don’t have too much fiber in them. If you want to try cooking something that’ll fit in the BRAT diet, you can try out some simple banana bread.
Foods with High Water Content
If you’re sick and throwing up or having low energy, chances are pretty high that you could be dehydrated. That’s why it’s so important to eat foods with lots of water in them like soups, fruit, jello, pudding, and popsicles. This five-star chicken noodle soup recipe from Damn Delicious is great at busting colds.
