10 Flu Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #10: Loss of Appetite
In influenza, there can be loss of appetite especially if you experience symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. This can lead to dehydration. To increase your liquid intake, try sipping hot tea, soups, water, juice or anything that seems appetizing to you. Try a bland diet such as bananas, boiled potatoes, rice, toast, or chicken. It is important to continue eating despite the loss of appetite as it helps keep your energy up to help your body heal faster.
You can eat smaller but more frequent portions. In populations that are more susceptible such as the elderly, children, and immunocompromised, it is important to seek medical attention if they are having trouble tolerating food and fluids orally.
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