Is it bad to eat sweet stuff when sick? The health facts you need to know
                                
                                
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                                Research has indicated that consuming refined sugar can temporarily suppress the function of white blood cells, key components of the immune system. This evidence begs the question, is it bad to eat sweet stuff when sick, and how does your dietary intake truly affect your recovery from illness?