What do Asians eat when sick?
                                
                                
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                                Rice porridge, a staple across many Asian cultures known as congee or okayu, is a traditional remedy for sickness due to its easy digestibility. But what do Asians eat when sick beyond this simple grain? The answer is a diverse range of nourishing, warming, and easily digestible dishes that restore strength and soothe the body during illness.