It is normal for children to catch a cold and get sick, and no child will be completely healthy from birth to adulthood. However, parents are inevitably very worried when their children get sick, because catching a cold is really unbearable, especially for younger babies who need to pay attention to many dietary issues. So, can children with cough and cold eat oranges?
Oranges can be eaten when children have a cold. Oranges are a fruit with high edible value. In addition to being rich in vitamin C, they also contain abundant minerals and carotenoids, which can help children improve cough symptoms. However, due to illness, the child's body is relatively weak. When giving oranges to the child, they can be soaked in salt water for a period of time, then cut into squares of about two centimeters, put them in a bowl, steam them in a pot, and then give them to the child to eat.
Additionally, it is important to avoid eating oranges on an empty stomach as it may harm the stomach. Don't eat too much to prevent developing "carotenoids syndrome". Remember to rinse your mouth and brush your teeth after eating to protect your dental health. It is also important to pay attention to giving babies plenty of water, as colds and coughs can cause the body's water to evaporate quickly. If water is not replenished in a timely manner, it can easily lead to overheating and fever in the baby's body. Therefore, it is important to observe the baby's body temperature and water intake regularly.
Parents also need to pay attention to maintaining indoor ventilation when their baby has a cold and cough, to avoid the cold virus lingering indoors and causing poor air circulation, which can prevent the baby's condition from improving. At the same time, parents should also pay attention to keeping their baby warm and maintain a light diet.
