When you have viral or bacterial pneumonia, a diet rich in fatty acids and vitamins helps strengthen immunity and speed up the healing process.
In a report published by the "Good House" website in its Russian version, the writer Vera Ermakova reviews a number of foods that help recover from pneumonia.
fatty fish
The omega-3 fatty acids in fish help relieve symptoms of inflammation.
In general, doctors recommend eating fish 2 or 3 times a week.
common walnut
Common walnuts are an omega-3-rich food, but that doesn't mean they can replace fish, since omega-3 fatty acids in plant sources are different from their animal counterparts.
citrus fruits
Citrus fruits, such as lemons and oranges, contain an important percentage of vitamin C, which is known for its ability to strengthen immunity and reduce the risk of lung cancer.
A meta-analysis published in Scientific Reports found that taking 100 milligrams of vitamin C per day reduced the risk of lung cancer by 7%.
sweet spicy
People who suffer from allergies can eat sweet peppers as an alternative to citrus because of the vitamin C content.
Also, peppers, especially yellow ones, are rich in antioxidants that help reduce inflammation.
the milk
A lack of vitamin D in the body increases the risk of diseases such as pneumonia, especially in winter.
A cup of skim milk contains one-fifth of the recommended daily dose of vitamin D.
Green tea
Green tea contains polyphenols, which are antioxidants that fight free radicals that cause cell damage.
black coffee
Coffee beans are rich in anti-inflammatory polyphenols, but it should be noted that adding sugar or milk to coffee reduces its benefits, so it is recommended to drink it without sugar.
tomatoes
A small study conducted on people with asthma showed that drinking tomato juice or eating tomato extract for a week improves lung function and reduces asthma symptoms, because tomatoes contain an antioxidant known as "lycopene".