Do Japanese People Eat Rice When Sick? The Comfort Food of Okayu
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Rice is a staple in Japan, but when illness strikes, it is typically prepared differently. A 2015 article highlighted that rice porridge, known as okayu, is a classic 'sick food' in Japan, much like chicken soup in the West. This specialized preparation ensures Japanese people eat rice when sick, but in a form that is gentle on a weakened digestive system.
