10 foods to avoid when you’re fighting a virus

Sugar causes inflammation

1. Candy

One of the worst things you can do when you have a virus is to cause more inflammation in your body. That’s because inflammation has been shown to weaken your white blood cells, which decreases your immune system’s ability to fight off the infection.

And, guess what is one of the worst offenders when it comes to inflammation that can wreak havoc on that immune system? That’s right – sugar!

So, if you have a virus — whether COVID-19, the flu, or a cold — skip the candy, donuts, ice cream, and other sources of sugar until you’re well on the path to wellness.

Read: What happens if you give up sugar for 9 days?

Dr. Adria Schmedthorst

By Dr. Adria Schmedthorst

Dr. Adria Schmedthorst is a Doctor of Chiropractic with more than 20 years of experience in natural health and wellness. She has dedicated her career to helping others enjoy a healthier, more active life at every age through natural and complementary health approaches. Dr. Schmedthorst enjoys writing for the wellness community, where readers enjoy learning more about natural options for supporting their well-being.

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