Having certain foods during cold and cough can adversely impact your health. Here are some foods that you should avoid during cold
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Dairy
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Avoid having dairy foods such as curd, cheese, butter and milk during a cold as they increase the production of mucus that causes difficulty in breathing
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Fruit juices with high sugar
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Fruit juices with high sugar content such as lemon, apple, orange and grape juice can reduce the production of white blood cells and can further lower your immunity
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Fried foods
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Fried foods are high in fat and produce more mucus. They cause further inflammation and lower your immunity
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Caffeine
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Caffeine should be avoided during cough and cold as it can dry the cough and cause breathing issues
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Spicy foods
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Spicy foods can increase mucus production and can lead to a runny nose. Therefore, they should be avoided during cold and cough