Can Nutrition Help Cure Mono?
Caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, mononucleosis affects the throat and lymph nodes. Mono symptoms may include severe fatigue, fever, sore throat, swollen lymph glands and spleen and abnormal liver function. Mono is diagnosed through a blood test. Mononucleosis is a virus and cannot be treated with antibiotics. Although the virus usually lasts several weeks, following a healthy diet can help speed recovery and help you regain your energy. Holistic nutrition plays a very important role. Drink plenty of water to help rid the body of toxins. Add some lemon to your water to help dilute the excess mucus. Look for healthy recipes for soups that are soothing and easy to digest. Include lots of ginger and garlic in your soup for their antiviral properties, as well as orange and green vegetables (carrots, sweet potato, pumpkin, kale, swiss chard, parsley, etc) for natural sources of beta-carotene, iron and vitamin C.
