Diarrhea occurs when the digestive system is not working properly, resulting in frequent loose or watery stools, 3 or more times a day. The main reasons of diarrhea are viral infections, germ infections, consumption of contaminated food and water, worry, food intolerances, and intestinal diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn’s sickness, and ulcerative colitis. It can be accompanied by signs of abdominal pain, bloating, nausea and may cause complications like dehydration.
Diarrhea usually takes 2 to 4 days for diarrhea and its accompanying signs to disappear completely, depending upon the intensity of the problem.
You can fight diarrhea with a variety of natural, home remedies to fight the infection as well as provide relief from the signs. Here are the 7 fast and effective ways to get rid of diarrhea.
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1- Ginger
It is used in the cure of food poisoning and can also help get rid of cramps and belly pain. Grate a small piece of ginger and use 1 teaspoon of honey. Eat the mixture to promote the release of gastric fluids and improve digestion. Note: Avoid drinking water immediately after eating it.
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2- Fenugreek Seeds
Fenugreek seeds are highly recommended for curing diarrhea due to their high mucilage content. Mucilage provides a strong antidiarrheal effect. Chew 1 teaspoon of fenugreek seeds along with one tablespoon of yogurt. Alternatively, combine ½ teaspoon each of roasted fenugreek seeds and cumin seeds, use two tablespoons of yogurt and blend it well. Use this mixture 3 times a day for quick relief from diarrhea.
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3-Apple Cider Vinegar
One more effective home cure for diarrhea is apple cider vinegar. It acts as an effective agent against germs that cause diarrhea. Use one teaspoon of apple cider vinegar in a glass of water. Drink the solution once or two times a day until your diarrhea subsides.
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4-Bananas
When dealing with diarrhea, it is recommended to consume ripe bananas because of their high pectin content. Pectin is a water-soluble fiber that aids to reduce diarrhea. Bananas are also rich in potassium, an electrolyte that supports a number of good functions in the body. Consume a few ripe bananas a day until your diarrhea subsides.
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5-Black Seed Oil
It is also used in the treatment of various health issues such as gas, colic, asthma, constipation, and diarrhea. For curing diarrhea, use black seed oil. Blend a teaspoon of black seed oil in a cup of plain yogurt. Consume this mixture twice a day until the diarrhea signs are completely gone.
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6- Carrot Soup
It is a high-bulk food and is believed to have antidyspeptic effects. Carrot soup is particularly good for kids recuperating from diarrhea because it provides necessary nutrients lost during diarrhea. Rinse, scrape and finely chop 500g carrots. Pressure cooks the carrots with a little more than ½ cup of water for about 15 minutes. Drain the fluid. Use a little salt to taste. Eat this soup fresh every day for a few days when suffering from diarrhea.
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7-Yogurt
It especially the one with live bacterial cultures such as Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium is a great home cure for diarrhea. These live cultures help restore the ‘good’ germs in your intestine and destroy the ‘bad’ germs causing diarrhea.
In a 2009 study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, researchers found that probiotics can help decrease antibiotic-associated diarrhea
Just two bowls of yogurt a day can produce noticeable relief. Eat a banana with your yogurt for added benefits.”
