Over the past 10 days, I’ve been suffering from a cold which triggered a sore throat and an eat infection. Yes, I know what you’re thinking: “What’s wrong with this guy? Is he one of those sickly types?”
Well, no. Usually, I’m very healthy and I rarely get cold or sick. This past week, though, has been a challenge. My condition has kept me from doing a lot of things I like, whether it’s going out during these cold winter nights or doing my workouts. Being the fitness freak that I am, my mind naturally begins wondering just how much of a price am I paying for this lack of activity. There are moments in which I’m actually scared that I may be gaining weight during this week because I’m not exercising.
Well, being that it’s winter and a lot of people are getting sick, I thought I’d give you some tips on how to not get fat when you’re sick. I hope this will make you feel better:
1. Are you really bedridden – This is the first question you need to ask yourself. Being sick does not mean that you’re totally immobile. You can still move about even if it’s to wash the dishes and clean the house a bit. You don’t have to be motionless. Every little bit of movement helps you burn more calories, so get moving.
2. Drink a lot more – You need more fluids if you’re fighting a cold like I am. You can’t settle for your regular water intake. In addition, drinking more water and tea will help you to feel full for longer.
3. Watch what you eat – You can’t really get fat unless you don’t eat right. By eating right I mean eating the right kind of food and not too much of it. Now that you’re not exercising, make sure to not overeat. Don’t allow the fact that you’re sick to serve as an excuse for you to eat fatty things like chocolate, cakes, and so on.
4. Don’t worry too much – Being sick for a few days is not the end of the world and should not mean that you’ll be getting fat any time soon. Say to yourself that you’re on vacation, nothing more.
I’m off to make myself another cup of tea. Take care and keep warm.

