Protect Yourself from Withering Sickness in the Nether

What is Withering Sickness?

When Overworld mobs spend too long in the Nether, they contract a deadly illness that slowly drains their health. As a player, you can catch this too if you're not careful.

How to Stay Safe

The key to survival is eating warped wart food regularly while in the Nether. This food acts as a preventative measure against the sickness.

Steps:

1. Before entering the Nether, gather or craft warped wart food

2. Eat it periodically while exploring the Nether biomes

3. Keep a supply in your hotbar at all times

4. If you notice weakness or health loss, eat more immediately

5. Return to the Overworld if symptoms persist

Pro Tips

• Stock up on warped wart food before long Nether expeditions
• The new Withered Grounds and Metamorphic Caves biomes are particularly dangerous—bring extra food
• Mobs like zombies will visibly rot and decay; use this as a warning sign that the Nether's effects are active
• Plan your route to minimize time spent in hostile biomes