Have Chicken Pox? Foods To Eat And Avoid

Chicken pox is one of the most uncomfortable diseases, which typically affects children. Although symptoms often include a fever, headache, sore throat, or stomach ache, the worst part about this extremely contagious illness is the red, itchy skin rash that covers the body in "crops." The rash usually appears first on the abdomen or back and face, and then can spread to almost everywhere else on the body — and it is not pleasant. While many children avoid the disease by getting the Varicella vaccination, some who are exposed need meticulous care in order to get better. Of course, a huge part of this care involves a supportive diet.

Any fruits rich in immune-boosting vitamin C are perfect for an afflicted patient. That being said, if the patient has blisters in their mouth, avoid fruits with acidic juices, as they can cause irritation and pain in those areas.

Since loss of appetite is a common symptom in chicken pox patients, dehydration commonly occurs. To avoid that problem, and squeeze in a few essential nutrients, make sure your sick patient gets a ton of immunity-boosting juices in their system. Other drinks worth including are cinnamon, chamomile, and basil herbal teas, to boost your immune system.