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Should You Increase Calories When Sick? The Fuel Your Immune System Needs

Nov 16, 2025 •

4 min read

An age-old adage suggests we should 'feed a cold and starve a fever,' but modern science reveals this advice is only partially correct. The truth is your body needs sufficient energy to fight off any illness, and understanding if and when you should increase calories when sick is key to a speedy recovery.