Brief Introduction of Diarrhea
Diarrhea is not a life threatening disease. It is also known as intestinal flu. An individual suffering from diarrhea stays uncomfortable all the time. Diarrhea is usually caused by consumption of unhealthy food that upset stomach. Food allergy or food infection due to bacteria leads to diarrhea.
Types of Diarrhea
– Acute Diarrhea: It usually lasts for no longer than a week.
Causes of Acute Diarrhea: Food poisoning, parasites, drugs, viral gastroenteritis, bacterial enterocolitis and traveler’s diarrhea. Symptoms include vomiting, nausea and abdominal cramping.
– Chronic Diarrhea: It lasts for 3 to 4 weeks.
Causes of Chronic Diarrhea: IBS, IBD, colon cancer, endocrine diseases, constipation and laxative abuse.
Consequences of Diarrhea
Diarrhea needs to be treated at the earliest just like any other disease. Prolonged diarrhea has major consequences to the human body. Main consequence is the rapid decline in health which occurs due to lack of vitamins and minerals absorption. On the other hand, dehydration could make a permanent place in your internal system.
How to Treat Diarrhea?
Healthy diet is the key to escape from diarrhea. The diet which you maintain during diarrhea is known as Diarrhea Diet. It should be consumed regularly as it helps your body receive required minerals, vitamins and other nutrients. Follow the below mentioned diarrhea diet to fight diarrhea.
Foods to Avoid in Diarrhea Diet
Deep fried food items
Rich sauces
Sugary foods
Spicy foods
Sugar free candies and chewing gums
Beans and onions
Must Inclusion in Your Diarrhea Diet
Crackers
Rice
Apricots
Apples
Toast
Bananas
Apple sauce
Peanut butter
Grilled white fish
Eggs
Un-fried chicken
Pretzels
Noodles
Lean Beef
Mashed potatoes
With avoidance and inclusion of the above mentioned food items you can see yourself getting healthy within few days. Consume smaller amounts of food but several times in a day. Keep an electrolyte balance of 2 teaspoons of sugar and 1 teaspoon of salt in 1 liter water. Drink 2 liters of water/day and you will definitely see positive changes in your health.