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Written By: Sreemoyee Chatterjee | Published : August 21, 2018 4:16 PM IST
Measles has become a global health burden with not just the East but also the West witnessing major measles outbreak at the present. It mostly affects people in childhood and it can be severe and fatal if it hits someone below the age of 5 years. Although vaccines against measles have certain side-effects, experts say, the necessity of this vaccine definitely outweighs the side effects for which parents should consider it a must to get their children vaccinated against measles at the right time. A rash consisting of large and flat blotches, fever, runny nose and cough, sensitivity to cough, irritation or a burning sensation in the eyes, Koplik's spots which are small white spots with bluish centres on the inner lining of cheeks and inside the mouth are symptoms that indicate you have got measles. An appropriate diet prepares your body to tackle the situation, say the doctors. Hence, it is important for you to know what to eat and what not to while suffering from measles for a quick recovery.
Have more of vitamin C: Eating vitamin rich foods like grapefruit, oranges and lemon is useful in case you have contracted measles. It enhances your body's immune system to deal with the virus and helps in quick recovery.
Eat more of Vitamin A: It is essential for you to consume products that are rich in Vitamin A like spinach, green leafy vegetables and more as studies have shown that vitamin A plays a vital role in preventing mortality, pneumonia and severe complications among children suffering from measles.
A soft diet is the best choice: Patients suffering from measles should be given a soft diet consisting of fruits, whole grain, cereals and bland soups.
Ginger and sweet basil is good for your ailing health: If you want to improve your body's immunity which is usually poor when hit by measles, drink a boiled mixture of half cup of water, little ginger, two to three leaves of sweet basil (tulsi) and mint leaves.
Avoid greasy foods: It is always wise to stay away from greasy and fatty foods along with processed items during measles as they result in digestive complications and may further aggravate your infection.
Say no to caffeine: Stay away from caffeinated and sweet drinks like coffee and soft drinks as these may increase complications if you are suffering from measles.
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