Does Cereal Help with Sickness? The Smart Way to Eat While Under the Weather
                                
                                
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                                According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), viral gastroenteritis, or stomach flu, is a common illness that often requires a bland diet for recovery. But does cereal help with sickness in all scenarios? The answer depends heavily on the type of illness and the type of cereal.