When one is strike with Diarrhoea besides conventional medicines, it’s important to adhere to some general  support so as quicken the cure or at least not worsen the condition:

1. Don’t eat solid food

During the acute phase of diarrhoea, no solid food should be consumed. Instead, the focus should be on liquids. This is crucial since you will lose a lot of water during the episodes.

2. Replace water and electrolytes

Apart from losing water, a person loses a great deal of electrolytes such as potassium, sodium and chloride. It is important to replace the lost minerals. This replacement can be in the form of herbal teas, vegetable soups, fruit juices and electrolytes replacement drinks.

3. Avoid dairy products

Diarrhoea may result in a temporary deficiency of lactase, the enzyme responsible for digesting milk and dairy products, so avoiding this food group during the episodes will be helpful.

4. Re-establish the gut with live bacteria

Live probiotics has been shown to re-establish the intestinal microflora.
Therefore, supplementation with friendly bacteria is crucial in the treatment of travellers’ diarrhoea. It is handy to pack a bottle before you go on your holiday trips. Opt for a refrigerated formula for optimal potency.