What to eat when you have a cold and a headache?

Written by Hu Bai Yu
Pulmonology
Updated on June 08, 2025
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When experiencing headaches due to a cold, it is advisable to consume fresh fruits and vegetables to supplement vitamins and alleviate headaches. If the pain is severe, it may be necessary to take some pain relievers to treat and relieve the symptoms.

In daily life, it is appropriate to consume fruits such as pears, apples, grapefruits, grapes, and peaches. These fruits can provide a rich source of vitamins and various other trace elements, which can alleviate some symptoms of a cold. They also have certain properties like clearing heat, detoxifying, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial effects against some bacteria and viruses. It is also recommended to drink plenty of water and consume warm, easy-to-digest foods such as porridge, green vegetables, soy milk, and tofu.

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