Can I give a 73 yrs old person soaked green moong, peanut, chana and chickpea in his fever cold conditions cuz I want to give him medicine
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Here is a clear, practical answer for your situation:
Feeding a 73-Year-Old with Fever - About Soaked Legumes
Short answer: Avoid soaked-but-uncooked legumes during fever. Cook them first.
Why soaked raw legumes are a bad idea during fever
1. Hard to digest
During fever, the digestive system slows down significantly. Soaked-but-raw legumes (moong, chana, chickpea, peanut) are high in complex proteins and fiber that require a healthy, active gut to break down. A sick elderly person's gut is not in that condition.
2. Gas and bloating
Raw/soaked legumes contain oligosaccharides (complex sugars) that cause significant gas, bloating, and abdominal discomfort. This is especially problematic for a 73-year-old who may already have a weaker digestive system.
3. Risk of nausea/vomiting
Fever often comes with nausea. Heavy, hard-to-digest food can worsen nausea and cause vomiting, which is dangerous in elderly people (dehydration risk).
4. Medicine absorption
You mentioned wanting to give him medicine. A heavy or gassy meal can affect how well the stomach tolerates oral medicines and may trigger vomiting after the dose.
What you SHOULD give instead
| Food | Why it helps |
|---|---|
| Moong dal soup/khichdi (cooked) | Very light, easy to digest, good protein |
| Plain rice with light dal | Energy without gut burden |
| Warm broth (dal or chicken) | Hydration + electrolytes |
| ORS / coconut water | Replaces fluids lost through fever/sweating |
| Banana | Gentle on stomach, provides potassium |
| Stewed/soft cooked vegetables | Easy to digest, unlike raw |
The key difference
- Soaked raw = still difficult to digest, causes gas - avoid during fever
- Well-cooked (boiled moong dal, soft khichdi) = much gentler - safe and even beneficial
Medicine timing tip
Give medicine with a small amount of light food (like a few bites of khichdi or a banana) rather than on a full heavy meal or empty stomach, unless the medicine specifically requires otherwise. Check the medicine label or ask the pharmacist.
Bottom line: Soaked green moong, peanut, chana, and chickpea in their raw/sprouted state are not appropriate for a feverish 73-year-old. Switch to well-cooked, soft, light preparations of the same ingredients - especially moong dal. Keep him well-hydrated. If the fever is high or persists more than 2-3 days, please consult a doctor.
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