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Nothing is worse than waking up sick and realizing you don’t know where to get comfort food on campus. To take the weight off the desperate search, the list below details what and where such foods can be purchased. 

It’s more likely than not that you’ve been sick at some point through college, and when you’re living on campus, it can be difficult to find comforting nourishing foods that feel good for your mind and your body. 

There are some key foods that support the immune system more than others while fighting off colds and stomach bugs. Some of those foods include bananas, apples, rice, toast, oats, and other easily digestible foods all fall under the BRAT diet, recommended by The Oregon Clinic when dealing with an upset stomach. 

Staying hydrated is just as important, either through water, tea or broth reports The Oregon Clinic.  Fermented food like kimchi, sauerkraut, miso and yogurt are great for probiotic support and helps prevent or shorten cold duration, reports Samaritan Health Services.

Foods like avocado and honey help reduce inflammation while leafy greens are full of antioxidants, all helpful in supporting your immune system, reports GoodRx. Finally, protein through any outlet is helpful in supporting your immune system in fighting a cold, reports The Mayo Clinic Health System. 

Besides immune system support, sometimes you just need a warm meal when you’re feeling under the weather. All items below are available on campus, can be purchased with either credit card or dining plan, and most are available through Starship Food Delivery.

Trader Bing’s 

Location: Austin Hall

Hours: Monday – Thursday from 7:30 A.M. – 6:00 P.M., Fridays from 7:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M., and Saturdays from 12:00 P.M. – 5:00 P.M.

1. Mac & Cheese: Warm creamy classic white cheddar mac and cheese, available in cup and bowl sizes.
2. The CEO: Brie and cheddar melted on toasted ciabatta. 
3. Open Market Avo-Toast: Avocado, peppered egg, bacon, hot honey on wheatberry sourdough.

Dixon Cafe 

Location: Dixon Recreation Center

Hours: Monday – Thursday from 7:30 A.M. – 10:00 P.M., Fridays from 7:30 A.M. – 6:00 P.M., and Sundays from 3:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.

1. Dixon Grilled Cheese Sandwich: Classic comforting grilled cheese.
2. Cheese Quesedilla: Similar to the grilled cheese with a slight variation. 
3. Berry Blast Smoothie: Available in medium and large cup sizes, this smoothie is a blend of bananas, blueberries, strawberries and apples. 

Casacadia Deli 

Location: International Living Learning Center

Location: Tuesdays – Thursday and Sunday from 11:00 A.M. – 9:30 P.M., and Friday from 11:00 A.M.- 7:30 P.M.

1. Side of Brown or Jasmine Rise: simple and bland.
2. Steamed Broccoli: simple and bland. 

e.Cafe

Location: Kelley Engineering Center

Hours: Monday – Thursday from 7:30 A.M. – 5:00 P.M., and Fridays from 7:30 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.

1. The Avocado Algorithm: Hummus, avocado, spinach, and southwest pesto on a whole grain bagel. 
2. Robo Ruben: Pastrami, sauerkraut, swiss cheese and chipotle on rye. 
3. The Clean Engine: Egg, turkey sausage, provolone and spinach on your choice of bagel. 
4. Sweet Potato Ohm Wrap: Sweet potato, black bean patty, onion, spinach and southwest pesto.
5. Seasonal Soup Bowl: Great for soothing sore throats.
6. Sigma Strawberry Smoothie: A blend of strawberries, bananas, yogurt and lemonade. 

Ava’s Cafe

Location: Linus Pauling Science Center

Hours: Monday – Thursday from 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M., and Fridays from 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.

1. Pauling Power Bowl: Build your own overnight oats bowl, select three toppings from the options of bananas, chocolate chips, peanut butter, seasonal berries, honey, granola and coconut.
2. The Alchemist: Breakfast wrap with spinach, egg, avocado, cucumber, onion, Green Goddess Dressing in a spinach tortilla.

Off the Quad 

Location: Memorial Union

Hours: Monday – Friday from 9:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.

1. Grilled Cheese Panini and Tomato Soup: Available al la cart as well, this classic sick day meal is a familiar taste. 
2. Chicken Yakisoba Noodle Salad: Yakisoba noodles in miso dressing topped with cabbage, carrot, daikon, broccoli, bell peppers, green onions, sesame seeds and warm shoyu chicken. 
3. Kombucha On Tap: available in rotating flavors. 
4. Assorted made to order fresh juices.

North Porch Cafe

Location: Memorial Union

Hours: Monday – Friday from 10:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.

1. Seasonal Miso Wonton Soup: Available in a bowl size.
2. Udon Noodle Stir Fry: Available with either chicken or tofu.

Java I

Location: Memorial Union 

1. Plain bagel with Butter: Plain and simple. 
2. Assorted Teas: Available in small, medium and large cup sizes. The current selection of teas at Java I includes earl grey, orange spice, chai spice, lemon ginger, peppermint, chamomile, pomegranate raspberry, premium green, english breakfast and jasmine blossom. 

Clubhouse Deli 

Location: Marketplace West 

Hours: Monday – Friday from 7:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M., Saturday – Sunday from 8:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M.

1. Daily Soup Selections: Offered in sizes from bowl to cup, is a staple for sore throats, there is even the option of a bread bowl.

Ring of Fire 

Location: Marketplace West 

Hours: Sunday – Friday from 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. and 4:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M., and Saturdays from 11:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. and 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.

1. Customizable Ramen Bowls: Made up of a broth, fresh boiled noodles, and customizable protein and veggies, making a nourishing meal and congestion clearer. 

Nori 

Location: Arnold Southside Station

Hours: Monday – Friday from 11:00 A.M. – 8:00 P.M., and Saturday – Sunday 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.

1. Customizable Ramen Bowls: Made up of a broth, fresh boiled noodles, and customizable protein and veggies, making a nourishing meal and congestion clearer. 

East Side Eats

Location: McNary Dinning

Hours: Monday – Friday from 7:00 A.M. – 7:30 P.M., and Saturday – Sunday from 9:00 A.M. – 7:30 P.M.

1. Daily Soup Selections: Offered in sizes from bowl to cup, is a staple for sore throats.

The Main Squeeze 

Location McNary Dinning 

Hours: Monday – Friday from 9:00 A.M. – 11:30 P.M., and Saturday – Sunday from 9:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.

1. Revitalista Smoothie: A blend of vanilla yogurt, blueberries and bananas. 

Assorted convenience store locations 

Stores: EbGbs, the DAM, Bites, Cascadia Market, Java II and The Main Squeeze

Hours: Varied

1. While supplies vary, these locations often offer general food products like microwave ramen noodles, microwave mac and cheese, canned soups and microwave rice packs. These options can be great to stock up on and make in the dorm, or eat on the go in between classes. Most locations have a microwave available for use to heat the foods after purchase. 

We hope you feel better soon and let us know in the comments. Did we list your favorite or are we missing your go too?