"Chicken soup is considered to be a staple for anyone battling a cold or the flu, and it does certainly seem to make us feel a bit better. Have you ever wondered why? As it turns out, studies show that the ingredients in this popular soup do offer some relief, meaning a bowl of soothing chicken soup could be just what the doctor ordered."
"Research suggests that a bowl of chicken and vegetable soup can slow the speed at which neutrophils move around your body. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell and part of the immune system, protecting your body from infection. When the neutrophils move slowly, there's a greater chance of them becoming more concentrated in the areas of your body that need the most healing. Studies have shown this soup to be particularly helpful in reducing symptoms in upper respiratory system infections."
Chicken soup can provide symptomatic relief for colds and flu by affecting immune cell behavior and delivering nutrients. A bowl of chicken and vegetable soup can slow neutrophil movement, increasing their concentration at infected sites and reducing upper respiratory symptoms. The soup supplies vitamins A and C, magnesium, phosphorus, gelatin, antioxidants, and protein-derived amino acids that support antibody production. Carbohydrates from noodles or rice offer easy-to-digest energy and satiety. The mostly liquid composition helps prevent dehydration and the sodium and potassium support electrolyte balance during fever-related sweating. Chicken soup does not cure illness but may hasten recovery; homemade versions are preferred.
Read at Alternative Medicine Magazine
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