I'm sick... what to eat?

[Eselte]

hello

ever since yesterday i've been sick, with diarrhea, headache, chills. i can hardly function. my question is: i'm not even hungry. is it okay to NOT eat for a day or two, while this 'bug' is working its way out of my system? i've been getting plenty of water in, so that isnt a problem, but the very thought of food makes me want to hurl.

i'm guessing there are several other threads about this, but i just cant even bring myself to do a search, i just hurt all over and need to lay back down.

any input is welcome. thank you.

eselte

[Chicklady]

Re: I'm sick... what to eat?

Chicken broth is nice to sip when you have the flu.

[*Emma*]

Re: I'm sick... what to eat?

just do the best you can! Get better soon.

[blue996]

Re: I'm sick... what to eat?

I was once hospitalized with a really bad flu and the Doctor had me stop eating immediately. He said that it added too much stress to my stomach, intestines, etc. I ended up not eating for about 3 or 4 days and felt a lot better. I think if you don't feel like eating, don't force yourself.

[ValidRouge]

Re: I'm sick... what to eat?

I would say don't worry about EATING, but do make sure you are staying WELL HYDRATED. Lots of fluids. Water. Chicken broth (low sodium) are good choices. Feel better soon.