Tag: Sick people

According to the Texas Hospital Association, Jell-O is a popular and practical staple in hospitals because it's easily digestible for patients recovering from surgery. This simple, jiggly dessert is a common sight on a hospital tray, and the reasons why they give Jell-O to sick people are rooted in sound nutritional and medical principles.

According to ancient Greek physician Maimonides, who recommended it as a remedy, chicken soup has a long history as a folk medicine. This tradition, passed down through generations, raises the question: why is chicken noodle soup given to sick people and does it actually help?