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Diarrhea remedies One thing that it is important for you to avoid doing when you suffer from diarrhea is taking antidiarrheal medication. Such medication will only prevent the body from purging itself, and thus prolong the infection.
Apart from this, it is important that you consume sufficient fluids.
One major side effect of diarrhea is dehydration, which in very severe cases can even require hospitalization. Be sure to drink lots of water, fresh juices, and sports drinks that contain glucose. If you feel up to it, you can even make your own drink by adding a teaspoon of sugar and a pinch of salt to a glass of water.
Since your digestive system will probably not be able to take solid food, you should also have clear soups such as chicken broth. If you feel able to handle solid food and are hungry enough, you may eat small amounts of light foods such as toast, bananas, and yoghurt. However, it is a good idea to give your system a rest at least for the first day. In any case, you should avoid aerated drinks, milk, legumes, pasta, apples, and pears.
If diarrhea lasts longer than three days or if the symptoms are particularly severe, you should visit a doctor.
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