best food for dengue patient - #15296
I am really worried about my brother who just got diagnosed with dengue. He's been super weak, really high fevers reaching 102°F and awful joint pain. The doctors mentioned that hydration is key, but I can’t shake this feeling that what he eats is equally important. Like, what is the best food for dengue patient? He’s not been eating much at all, just plain rice and soup, but I feel like there must be some better options, right? I read somewhere that fruits can help, like papayas or pomegranates, but I really don’t know what the best food for dengue patient would actually be. Can we add some spices or is it just bland stuff? He’s craving spicy food but I don’t wanna do anything that would make him feel worse since dengue is serious and I don't wanna risk it. Also, I heard coconuts are good – should we stick to coconut water or can he eat the flesh too? If anyone has experience or knowledge about what is truly the best food for dengue patient, I’d appreciate any advice. I just want him to feel a bit better and recover fast!
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