Douglas C. White: How to get rid of diarrhea fast & without medicine

Here are some simple remedies of how to get rid of diarrhea at home and without medicine.

Diarrhea pertains to bowel movements (stools) that are watery and loose. It is very prevalent and oftentimes not serious. In usual cases, diarrhea occurs when a person eats something that triggers his digestive system to react negatively. It can be treated with over-the-counter medicines and usually lasts for two to three days. However, medicines can give you adverse effects – such as allergic reaction. You can actually treat diarrhea without taking medications. Below is the list of 8 home remedies. Get to know how to get rid of diarrhea fast and without medicine.

HOME REMEDIES FOR DIARRHEA

Remedy №1 - Stay hydrated

When you have diarrhea, you will lose a great deal of liquid in your body as well as electrolytes, potassium, and sodium -- which are very important for your body to function properly. Drink plenty of water – eight cups is the ideal amount of water to consume per day. If you have a fever while having diarrhea, you should drink 12 cups of water a day. To replace the electrolytes lost, you can drink Gatorade – a popular sport drink containing electrolytes.

Remedy №2 - Eat yogurt

Yogurts have live microorganisms, also known as “cultures”. These are friendly bacteria than can go in and line your gut, giving you double protection. Yogurts can produce lactic acids in your intestines, which can diminish the bad bacteria and help you feel better. This will help you to get rid of diarrhea fast.

Remedy №3 - Avoid caffeinated and sugary drinks/foods

Sugar and caffeine in both foods and drinks can increase the risk of diarrhea. Avoid these kinds of foods to get yourself better faster. Also, stay away from greasy or high fiber foods, like cereals and oats. Your gut can hardly dissolve them. They may only add more problems. Stick with soda crackers, bananas, toast, rice, soup, noodles, skinless white meat chicken, and other foods that can easily be digested by your stomach.

Remedy №4 - Drink chamomile tea

Chamomile tea is proven effective in treating intestinal inflammation. It also has antispasmodic and tannin substances that are known to relieve stomach pain. You can brew yourself a cup of it from packaged tea bags. That's one of the best home remedies for diarrhea. You can also purchase dried chamomile flowers and dried peppermint leaves to make herbal tea. Take 1 teaspoon of each and steep them into a cup of boiling water for 15 minutes. Drink this tea three times a day and you will then feel better.

Remedy №5 - Eat starchy foods

Starchy foods -- like natural potatoes (not French fries) -- can help ease diarrhea. They can help restore nutrients lost due to the condition. Other root vegetables, like carrots (cooked), can also treat an upset stomach.

Remedy №6 - Try blueberries to treat diarrhea

In Sweden, health professionals prescribe a soup made with dried blueberries to patients with stomach problems. These fruits are rich in antioxidants, tannins, and antibacterial substances that are effective in combating diarrhea. This is a folk remedy and has been used for many years.

Remedy №7 - Make an orange peel tea (another home remedy)

Orange peels are thought to aid in digestion. You can add chopped orange peels (organic ones) into a boiling pot. Allow it to stand until the water is cooled and drink it three times a day. This should make you feel better.

Remedy №8 - Consume fenugreek seeds

Like orange peels and blueberries, fenugreek seeds can also treat stomach issues. Mix 1/2 teaspoon of the seeds with water in a cup, and then drink it per day until your stomach discomfort subsides. Do not give this home remedy to children. This is only intended for adults.