Diet Adjustment
During a cold, appetite can be affected to varying degrees. Some patients may also experience bloating, diarrhea, or constipation, which impair the digestion and absorption of nutrients.
Avoid greasy foods; choose light and easily digestible foods such as porridge, noodles, and clear soup to meet basic calorie needs.If you have very little appetite, eat small, frequent meals. For example, eat food containing 15 grams of carbohydrates every 1–2 hours (such as 3 soda crackers, 1 slice of bread, or half a small bowl of cooked rice) to prevent hypoglycemia.
Drink Plenty of Water
A cold is often accompanied by fever and sweating, causing significant fluid loss.Drinking enough water improves blood circulation, speeds up metabolism, and helps reduce fever.Drink warm boiled water, about 2000 mL per day, sipped slowly in 8–10 portions.
Continue Treatment
Keep taking your medication during illness, and adjust the dosage under a doctor’s guidance.Blood sugar is unstable during a cold, so closer monitoring of blood glucose and urine ketones is especially important:
Check blood glucose every 4–6 hours, at least 4 times a day: before three meals and before bedtime.
If blood glucose exceeds 13.9 mmol/L, also test urine ketones every 4–6 hours to detect ketoacidosis as early as possible.