Can I Eat Cheese if I Have Pneumonia? A Nutritional Guide
                                
                                
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                                According to the British Lung Foundation, there is no scientific evidence definitively linking dairy consumption to increased mucus production. This brings to question, can I eat cheese if I have pneumonia? The answer isn't a simple yes or no, as individual tolerance and the type of cheese can play a significant role in your symptoms and recovery.