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Mar 2024
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2498: Why You Should Eat When You're Sic...

Optimal Living Daily | Dr. Neal Malik
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Episode 2498:

In "Why You Should Eat When You're Sick," J.C. Deen shares a candid recount of battling illness while stressing the critical need to nourish the body. Through personal anecdotes, Deen highlights how maintaining a nutrient-rich diet, hydration, and rest play pivotal roles in recovery, offering pragmatic advice that underscores the body's demand for energy and nutrients during sickness.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://jcdfitness.com/2009/02/why-you-should-eat-when-youre-sick/

Quotes to ponder:

"Please, if you are listening to this, take these tips to heart and do not for whatever reason continue on your fat loss diet when you are ill."

"When you are sick, your body needs all the energy it can acquire. Stick with foods that are fresh and natural."

"Eat at Least Your Body weight in Grams of Protein – Maintain that hard earned LBM."

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