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Short Stuff: Feed A Cold, Starve a Fever

Stuff You Should Know

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Nutritional Insights on Cold and Fever Management

This chapter explores the saying 'feed a cold, starve a fever' and its scientific underpinnings, referencing a pivotal 2002 study by Dutch researchers. It highlights how different nutritional approaches—eating vs. fasting—can uniquely influence immune responses during illness.

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