What helps against diarrhea?

1. Diarrhea? By following general nutritional tips for good digestion, improvement is already possible. We also provide additional advice aimed at diarrhea.

Tips for good digestion

1. Healthy and varied food according to the Wheel of Five helps to promote good digestion. The following points specifically help for good digestion: Drink 1.5 to 2 liters of water every day. Eat a lot of fiber from vegetables, fruit and whole grain products, such as wholemeal bread, oatmeal, whole wheat pasta, brown rice and whole grain couscous. Chew well. Dentures must fit properly. Take your time for your meal. Eat regularly without skipping meals. For some people it works well to eat 3 main meals a day with a few snacks. For example, other people like 6 small meals better. If you are overweight, losing weight can help reduce symptoms. This can possibly be done with the help of a dietician.

2. Healthy and varied eating according to the Wheel of Five helps for good digestion. The following points specifically help for good digestion: Drink 1.5 to 2 liters of water every day. Eat a lot of fiber from vegetables, fruit and whole grain products, such as whole wheat bread, oatmeal, whole wheat pasta, brown rice and whole grain couscous. Chew well. Dentures must fit properly. Take your time for your meal. Eat regularly without skipping meals. For some people it works well to eat 3 main meals a day with a few snacks. For example, other people like 6 small meals better. Losing weight can help reduce complaints if you are overweight. This can be done with the help of a dietician.

Additional nutritional advice for diarrhea

1. Sudden, short-term diarrhea usually resolves on its own within 1 day to a few days. In case of persistent diarrhea, always go to the doctor. It is important to find the cause of this. You can follow these tips for diarrhea: Just eat whatever you feel like. Try to keep eating as healthy as possible, possibly in smaller portions. Special foods are not required. White bread or rusk do not stop. Drink a lot to avoid dehydration. Always drink small amounts, 2 to 3 liters per day. Drinking is especially important if you are also throwing up. Water, tea, broth or diluted fruit juice are suitable. Clear juices, such as apple juice, pear juice and grape juice are less suitable, because these drinks have a laxative effect for some people. Eat a lot of fiber. Fiber in the intestines keeps the stool supple and gives it volume and firmness. Good fiber sources for diarrhea are vegetables and whole grain products, such as whole wheat bread, oatmeal, whole wheat pasta, brown rice and whole grain couscous. Do not use diarrhea inhibitors for sudden diarrhea. In this way, the possible cause, such as a bacterium or parasite, cannot leave the body through the faeces. A special solution (ORS) is available at the pharmacy to replenish minerals in addition to moisture. Always wash your hands well after going to the bathroom to avoid contamination of others.

2. Sudden, short-term diarrhea usually resolves on its own within 1 day to a few days. In case of persistent diarrhea, always see the doctor. It is important to find the cause of this. You can follow these tips for diarrhea: Just eat what you feel like. Try to keep eating as healthy as possible, possibly in smaller portions. Special foods are not required. White bread or rusk do not stop. Drink a lot to avoid dehydration. Always drink small amounts, 2 to 3 liters per day. Drinking is especially important if you are also throwing up. Water, tea, stock or diluted fruit juice are suitable. Clear juices, such as apple juice, pear juice and grape juice are less suitable, because these drinks have a laxative effect for some people. Eat a lot of fiber. Fibers in the intestines keep the stool supple and give it volume and firmness. Good fiber sources for diarrhea are vegetables and whole grain products, such as wholemeal bread, oatmeal, wholemeal pasta, brown rice and wholemeal couscous. Do not use diarrhea inhibitors for sudden diarrhea. In this way, the possible cause, such as a bacterium or parasite, cannot leave the body through the faeces. A special solution (ORS) is available at the pharmacy to replenish minerals in addition to moisture. Always wash your hands well after going to the bathroom to avoid contamination of others.

Do the complaints remain?

1. Do you continue to suffer from your stomach or intestines for longer than 4 weeks? Maybe you are not comfortable with a certain product or something else is going on, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Preferably do not experiment yourself. If you omit certain products just like that, complaints can worsen. This can also lead to shortages of certain nutrients. See your doctor to find out together what is going on. Your doctor can also refer you to a dietician.

2. Do you continue to have problems with your stomach or intestines for longer than 4 weeks? Maybe you are not comfortable with a certain product or something else is going on, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Preferably do not experiment yourself. If you omit certain products just like that, complaints can worsen. This can also lead to shortages of certain nutrients. See your doctor to find out together what is going on. Your doctor can also refer you to a dietician.

1. Getting diarrhea while on vacation is easy to prevent. People underestimate the risks of foodborne infections. About 700,000 times a year, a Dutch person becomes ill due to a food infection. The number of cases peaks every summer.

2. Getting diarrhea while on vacation is easy to prevent. People underestimate the risks of foodborne infections. About 700,000 times a year, a Dutch person becomes ill from a food infection. The number of cases peaks every summer.

Possible causes

1. Bacteria and fungi are very fond of summer temperatures. Especially bacteria such as E. coli, salmonella and campylobacter

Hepatitis A

1. For (long) foreign travel it is important to be aware of certain viruses. Sometimes they are spread through food, for example hepatitis A

1. Diarrhea A food infection is relatively easy to prevent. If you take measures too late, a food infection can ruin your holiday: diarrhea, vomiting and also a fever can last for days. Most victims recover after a few days. Foodborne infections can be dangerous for vulnerable groups such as the elderly, pregnant women, the sick and newborns.

This is how you prevent a food infection

1. You can greatly reduce the risks with simple measures. Download our 5 x safe information cards: - 5 x safe food at the campsite - 5 x safe food in warm countries - 5 x safe picnics

1. Foods such as gingerbread or apple juice have not been proven to be a laxative if you suffer from constipation. Foods like banana, grated apple, blueberry juice, cinnamon, rice, rice water, white bread and carrot puree do not noticeably stop diarrhea.

What does work as a laxative or stopping one?

1. With chronic diarrhea, but also with constipation (constipation) it is good to eat a lot of fiber. Fibers act in the intestine as a kind of sponge so that they absorb water, keeping the stool soft and flexible. They also ensure that the intestines keep moving. In this video our spokesperson Jasper explains exactly how it works.

1. A high-fiber diet is important for healthy bowel movements. Don't look for it in a single food if you have constipation or diarrhea, but add more fiber from different foods. Fiber is obtained from whole grain products, vegetables, fruit, legumes and nuts. And important: drink enough Sufficient drinking helps to prevent constipation. Because fibers bind moisture, they can only do their job properly if you also drink enough. With diarrhea, sufficient drinking prevents dehydration. With diarrhea you need 2 to 3 liters of drink per day. Normally this is 1.5 to 2 liters per day.

1. With nutritional advice and dietary rules you can reduce your complaints. Is this not the case and do you often suffer from heartburn? Then we recommend that you go to your doctor. A doctor can prescribe medication. To reduce complaints of heartburn, these dietary recommendations apply: 1. Healthy eating according to the Wheel of Five Healthy and fiber-rich food, for example, helps to prevent constipation. Constipation can increase pressure in the abdominal cavity, which can cause stomach upset. Read tips on how to avoid constipation and how to eat more fiber. 2. Losing weight if you are overweight. Being overweight can increase pressure in the abdominal cavity. Losing a few pounds can help. Find out more about how to lose weight. 3. Heavy avoid meals or very fatty meals Heavy meals increase the pressure in the stomach and fatty meals stay in the stomach longer. This can make your complaints worse. 4. Don't lie down right after the food In a recumbent position, stomach contents flow more easily back into the esophagus. After a meal, give your stomach time to process the food. Furthermore, quitting smoking can reduce the symptoms. It may also help to raise the head of the bed about four inches. Should you avoid foods for heartburn? In principle, you can eat and drink anything with heartburn. There is not enough evidence to advise on whether to avoid or eat or drink something. Some people do experience that certain foods have an influence on their complaints. What makes the complaints worse for one person, does not cause any problems for the other. It is important to find out how this works for you, so that complaints diminish. It is also important that you do not unnecessarily avoid certain foods. A dietitian can help with this.

1. Usually, heartburn is caused by the sphincter between the esophagus and the stomach not working properly. This can be due to increased pressure on the stomach, for example after taking a heavy meal or due to being overweight, pregnancy or constipation. A weakening of the sphincter with age can also be a cause. In addition, smoking, alcohol, carbonated drinks and foods (such as spicy herbs, citrus fruits, onions, and fatty foods) have been linked to heartburn. However, it has not been sufficiently proven that avoiding these drugs has a beneficial effect. Finally, a diaphragm fracture can be the cause. The diaphragm is a muscular plate that separates the chest and abdominal cavities. With a diaphragm fracture, the opening in the diaphragm is too large. A small part of the stomach then ends up in the chest cavity. This causes the sphincter to stop working properly and open.

1. Dietary fibers (fiber) are important substances for a healthy digestion. They also contribute to a feeling of satiety after eating. And they reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer. There are different types of fibers with all different properties. For adults, the advice is to consume about 30 to 40 grams of dietary fiber per day.

Fibers are in:

1. Whole grain products such as wholemeal bread, wholemeal pasta and brown rice Vegetable Fruit Legumes such as kidney beans, chickpeas and lentils Nuts

1. 5 tips to eat more fiber

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1. 1. Replace white bread, white pasta and rice with the whole grain variety It is mainly the fibers from whole grain cereal products that reduce the risk of disease. Whole grain bread, whole grain breakfast cereals, wholemeal pasta, brown rice… they are much fuller with fiber than the white varieties. Check out more whole grain tips. 2. Eat at least 250 grams of vegetables per day Vegetables can always and everywhere. Learn how to eat more vegetables. Eat 200 grams of fruit per day Are you not always able to eat as much fruit as you would like? Try these tips. 4. Choose legumes more often Kidney beans, kidney beans, lentils, chickpeas, white beans, black beans, eye beans: their popularity is on the rise. And rightly so. They are high in fiber, and they are a good meat substitute. They therefore deserve a place in everyone's weekly menu. Read more about legumes and how to prepare them. Eat a handful of nuts every day A handful of unsalted nuts every day is good for your health. They contain fiber and healthy fats. Eat them in between or add them to the salad, sprinkle them over the pasta or through the stew. Read more about nuts. And also important: Drink enough Fibers bind moisture and keep the stool supple. It is therefore important that you also drink enough.

1. Do you suffer from constipation, or do you want to avoid getting constipation? The following nutritional advice can help to combat constipation: Eating according to the Wheel of Five If you eat according to the Wheel of Five, you eat various fiber-rich products and drink enough. See how much and what you need each day in the Wheel of Five for you. The following advice is especially important to prevent or solve blockages: 1. Eat enough fiber Whole wheat bread, vegetables, fruits, nuts and legumes are good sources of fiber. Fibers act like a sponge in the intestine, allowing them to absorb water. In this way they ensure a flexible stool and give volume to the stool. Fiber also ensures that the intestines keep moving. Check out tips for eating more fiber. Drink 1.5 to 2 liters per day Drinking 1.5 to 2 liters every day helps to combat constipation. Water, coffee and tea are a good choice. Because fibers bind moisture, they can only do their job properly if you also drink enough. If you drink too little, it can lead to hard and dry stools. 3. Get enough exercise The bowel also starts moving by moving. Exercising every day can therefore help prevent constipation. Brisk walking, cycling, vacuuming, gardening: it all counts. More exercise tips. 4. Don't stop poo If you must, you must. Don't ignore the urge. Holding up stool contributes to constipation. Take enough time to go to the toilet, for example after breakfast. After a meal, the bowels start to move and that is a good time to go to the toilet. Eat at regular times Eating regularly stimulates regular movement of the intestines. Regular eating is understood to mean having at least breakfast, lunch and dinner every day and not skipping any of these meals. A good breakfast is all important. Preferably have a large, fiber-rich breakfast. This activates the intestines. Read what a healthy breakfast looks like. Do the complaints persist? Do you continue to have problems with your stomach or intestines for longer than 4 weeks despite following the above advice? Or do you have a lot of problems with your complaints? See your doctor to find out together what is going on. Maybe you are not comfortable with a certain product or something else is going on, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Preferably do not experiment yourself. If you omit certain products just like that, complaints can worsen. This can also lead to shortages of certain nutrients. Your doctor can prescribe fiber preparations or medicines for you. He can also refer you to a dietician.