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Foods that Fight the Flu. 1. Black Pepper: Black pepper contains a compound called piperine, which not only gives pepper its spicy kick but is also believed to have anti-inflammatory and anti-fever properties. Add an extra few grinds to your soup or pasta sauce for a quick fever. 2. Cinnamon: Top your oatmeal with this tasty spice or sprinkle it on apple slices for a snack--either way you may be helping to ward off a virus. Thats because a study published in the Journal of Medicinal Chemistry suggests that specific plant terpenoids contained within cinnamon have potent antiviral properties. 3.Citrus Fruits: Add a squeeze of lemon juice to your tea or some orange slices to your salad to feel better fast when you feel sickness coming on. While it is a common myth that large doses of vitamin C can prevent a cold, it is true that if you up your consumption of this antioxidant at the first signs of a cold, it can help you feel better faster.3.
Posted on: Mon, 11 Nov 2013 19:12:58 +0000

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