Flu on the HCG Diet: Things You Can Do

Flu is an illness that spreads from person to person due to a common virus. Flu spreads by droplets made when people with flu cough, talk, and sneeze. These droplets can land in the mouths, and noses, or may be inhaled into the lungs. Symptoms of flu include:

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Everybody gets the flu regardless of their age but what should you do when you are on the HCG diet? Note that some flu medications are not permissible on the HCG diet as most of them interfere with the efficacy of the hormone.

Should You Continue Your HCG Diet When You Have Flu?

If you have the flu, it is important to take care of your body and prioritize rest and recovery. While continuing with the HCG diet may seem like a good idea to maintain your weight loss progress, it may not be the best choice for your health.

During the flu, your body requires energy to fight off the virus and recover. Following a restrictive diet like the HCG diet can be challenging when you are feeling weak and fatigued. Moreover, consuming only 500-800 calories per day on the HCG diet may not provide enough nutrients to support your immune system, which is crucial during an illness.

It is recommended to pause the HCG diet if you have the flu and focus on nourishing your body with nutrient-dense foods to support your recovery. Once you have fully recovered, you can resume the HCG diet if you choose to do so. Remember, your health should always come first.

Things You Can Do to Ease Flu Symptoms on the HCG Diet

  1. Stay home and get plenty of rest. Let your body rest and drink plenty of water to keep your respiratory system hydrated. Hydration keeps your boy full and fights against the virus. It flushes the causes of headaches and runny nose.
  2. Treat aches and fever. Fever happens because your body has turned up the heat to fight off the flu virus. Symptoms such as discomfort and aches may indicate that it needs to be treated. You can drink oregano tea to ease your symptoms. Oregano has antiviral properties that fight against the flu virus.
  3. Take care of your cough. Ginger tea is a natural spice that helps in treating symptoms of flu such as coughing. You can also gargle salt and water. If your throat is burning, you can gargle warm water with salt. Salt kills bacteria in your mouth.
  4. Get exposure to sunlight. Get up early in the morning and enjoy the sunlight. It will boost your immune system and fight against viruses and bacteria.
  5. Sit in a steamy bathroom. In case you still feel stuffed up, sit in the bathroom with the door closed. Steam fills the room as soon as the shower runs hot. Sit away from the water to avoid burns. A warm shower helps your body relax and fight against the flu virus.
  6. Run the humidifier. It can help ease congestion and coughs if your house’s air is dry. If your house’s air is dry, you can use a mist humidifier or vaporizer to moisten it. Additionally, keep the device clean to avoid mold growth.
  7. Vitamin C can help. You can get vitamin C from allowable supplements on the HCG diet. Vitamin C can boost your immune system and fights against free radicals. Grapefruits and oranges have loads of vitamin C that you can eat during the HCG diet.

Flu is a common illness that can affect anyone, regardless of age. It is crucial to take care of your body and prioritize rest and recovery when you have the flu.

If you are on the HCG diet, it is recommended to pause the diet and focus on nourishing your body with nutrient-dense foods to support your immune system. While some flu medications are not permissible on the HCG diet, there are natural remedies you can use to alleviate your symptoms, such as oregano tea, ginger tea, and gargling salt water.

Additionally, getting exposure to sunlight and running a humidifier can help ease your symptoms. By following these tips, you can take care of your body while dealing with the flu on the HCG diet. Remember, your health should always come first.

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