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By TIMES WIRES
Published February 24, 2007
"Starve a cold and feed a fever," or vice versa. Where did this saying originate, and what is the science? The phrase evolved from medical advice that became garbled in translation, which might be why it's bunk, says Dr. Kevin Ferentz of the University of Maryland Medical School. With a cold or an infection, it is important to eat and drink enough to maintain adequate nutrition and to prevent dehydration. To submit a question, e-mail answers@tampabay.com or call 727 893-8179, toll-free 1-800-333-7505, ext. 8179.
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