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Eat foods which are warm or at room temperature. |
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Eat small, frequent meals in a quiet, relaxed
setting |
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Remove dairy products from your diet. The lactose
in the dairy products may cause diarrhea, or may aggravate it. |
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Do not eat large quantities of whole grain foods
or fruits, as these may increase the activity of the bowel.
Decrease the fiber in your diet. |
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Do not eat spicy, fried or rich foods which
are hard to digest. |
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Consume foods high in potassium (such as fruits,
tender coconut water, veg & fruit juices) – as diarrhea
may also cause you to lose potassium. |
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To restore energy, rest when you feel tired
and after each meal. Drink plenty of liquids every day to maintain
bowel regularity and prevent dehydration. |
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Eat foods moderate in protein, calories &
good soluble fiber to replace the nutrients lost through diarrhea.
eg. Eggs, asparagus, fish, tofu, white bread, cheese, peas,
banana, white rice, creamy soups, buttermilk, halibut, noodles,
tapioca, baked potato, custard, poultry, avocado, smooth peanut
butter, macaroni, applesauce, yogurt, carrots. |
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Liquids must be included to prevent dehydration,
such as: Gatorade, pasteurized apple juice, gelatin, weak tea,
grape juice and non-carbonated beverages. |
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