FOOD POISONING
Food poisoning can strike suddenly and leave you feeling miserable with many terrible symptoms.
You should know how to manage it properly to speed up recovery and avoid complications.
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🔑 RESTING AND DRINKING WATER MATTERS
When food poisoning kicks in, your body is fighting off harmful bacteria or toxins.
Rest is important to allow your body the energy to heal. Stay in bed and avoid over working yourself
Dehydration is a major concern, especially with vomiting or diarrhea.
Sip water or drinks with electrolytes like sports drinks or oral rehydration solutions to keep your fluid levels up.
🔑 START WITH LIGHT, SIMPLE FOODS
Once the vomiting and nausea ease, reintroduce food slowly.
Start with bland, easy-to-digest foods like:
– Toast
– Rice
-Bananas
– Applesauce
Avoid spicy, greasy, or dairy-heavy foods, as they can irritate your stomach and make symptoms worse.
🔑 DON’T SELF MEDICATE
Though it’s tempting to stop diarrhea
over-the-counter anti-diarrhea drugs can actually slow down your recovery.
Diarrhea helps your body flush out the bacteria or toxins causing the illness.
Let your body cleanse itself naturally unless advised otherwise by your doctor. So, speak with one always.
🔑 FOCUS ON RESTORING YOUR GUT HEALTH
Once you’re feeling better, it’s important to restore your gut’s balance.
Probiotic-rich foods like yogurt can help replenish the good bacteria in your digestive system.
Also, a probiotic supplement may help restore balance quicker.
