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29 Jan 2006
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Foods to bind
Hi
What are good foods to eat to combat a 'runny stomach'? And what foods should I avoid?
What are good foods to eat to combat a 'runny stomach'? And what foods should I avoid?
DietDoc
Dear Trixie
This depends on what is causing your diarrhoea? If it is just a 24-hour tummy virus then it is best to lest nature take its course and your digestion will return to normal after a few days. If you have chronic loose stools then you need to have a medical examination to find out what is causing this condition (infections, spastic colon, food allergies, etc). Generally speaking you can combat loose stools by reducing your intake of dietary fibre - eat only white bread, cereals without bran, very little fruit and reduce your fat intake as this can also cause loose stools.
Best regards
DietDoc
This depends on what is causing your diarrhoea? If it is just a 24-hour tummy virus then it is best to lest nature take its course and your digestion will return to normal after a few days. If you have chronic loose stools then you need to have a medical examination to find out what is causing this condition (infections, spastic colon, food allergies, etc). Generally speaking you can combat loose stools by reducing your intake of dietary fibre - eat only white bread, cereals without bran, very little fruit and reduce your fat intake as this can also cause loose stools.
Best regards
DietDoc
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