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Tips to Help a Sick Person Feel Better
When a loved one (or even yourself) is feeling under the weather, it can be hard to know what to do. Here are some simple steps that can help bring them some comfort.
Provide Support Through Conversation
Sometimes, just being there for someone and listening to them can be enough. Make sure to give them a chance to express their feelings and frustrations, and don’t be afraid to let them know that you’re really listening and that you care.
Offer to Run Errands
Healthy habits are important for recovery, and having to take care of the regular errands like grocery shopping or picking up medication can be difficult while a person is under the weather. Offer to help them out with this so they can focus their energy on feeling better.
Provide Distractions
Sitting around all day thinking about their illness can make it worse. Provide them with some distractions from the discomfort, depending on their likes. You could offer a movie, book, music, puzzle, or your presence. Anything that could help shift their attention away from their malaise.
Mix Up Their Diet
- Provide nutritious foods that are easy to digest to enter their system quickly and get them the nutrients they need.
- Make sure to provide them with lots of water and liquids, as dehydration can be a key factor to fatigue.
- Avoid processed foods as they contain high levels of sugar and sodium.
Keep Them Comfortable
- Humidity helps relieve congestion. Consider bringing a humidifier into the room or visiting a spa or sauna.
- Extra blankets always help to keep the sick person warm while they relax.
- Make sure their room is well ventilated and if possible, air it out regularly.
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