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A Diet for Tuberculosis Patients


Last Updated: Mar 30, 2011 | By Bethany Fong, R.D. Tuberculosis, or TB, is an air-borne infectious disease that affects the lungs. TB is preventable by eating a healthy diet that supports a strong immune system. A nutritious diet is also important for people with existing TB, because malnutrition is a common complication of the disease. The healthiest diet for TB is rich in nutrientdense foods that are packed with
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