Dietary advice for diarrhea

1. If you suffer from loose stools more than four times a day, you have diarrhea. Diarrhea is a gastrointestinal disease that can be caused by a virus, stress, food poisoning or excessive alcohol consumption. Since you lose a lot of fluids and can dry out, you should keep drinking well. Preferably eat several small portions throughout the day. Choose food that you feel like eating. In case of prolonged diarrhea, a fiber-rich diet is recommended, because the fibers can bind moisture.

To the doctor

1. If the diarrhea persists for more than a few days or returns regularly, it is wise to consult a doctor. Long-term diarrhea may require you to eat a lot of fiber so that more fluid is bound to the intestinal contents. In case of chronic diarrhea, it is always wise to contact the doctor. It is also better to discuss the use of diarrhea inhibitors with your doctor.

2. If the diarrhea persists for more than a few days or returns regularly, it is wise to consult a doctor. Long-term diarrhea may require you to eat a lot of fiber so that more fluid is bound to the intestinal contents. In case of chronic diarrhea, it is always wise to contact the doctor. It is also better to consult your doctor about the use of diarrhea inhibitors.