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Cures for Chronic Diarrhea

Just about everyone has experienced diarrhea at some point in their life. It basically consists of watery stools accompanied by pain in the abdomen and an urgency to go to the bathroom. However, some people suffer from chronic diarrhea, which occurs for several reasons, depending on the individual. Bacteria in the digestive tract, inflammation, certain medications, a viral or parasitic infection, or a condition like irritable bowel syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease are the most common reasons for frequent bouts of diarrhea. Luckily, there are ways to cure this condition and help your life get back to normal.

  1. Stay Hydrated

    • One of the best ways to combat the unpleasant symptoms of chronic diarrhea and to help your body avoid dehydration is to drink plenty of water. Drink eight to 10 glasses of water each day. However, if you are out of the country, be careful to only drink purified or bottled water. To do otherwise could cause the diarrhea to last longer.

    Stock Up On Electrolytes

    • Drinking plenty of water is not enough when suffering from chronic diarrhea--your body eliminates a lot of electrolytes as well. That's why it's important to replenish your body's supply of these vital substances by drinking broth and fruit juices. This helps boost your body's potassium and sodium levels, which keep your systems functioning properly.

    Stick to Bland Foods

    • Eating anything spicy, greasy or heavy only work to make chronic diarrhea worse, at least in the short term. To avoid aggravating your systems, stick to a liquid diet at first, then move up to foods that contain little fiber and are generally bland in flavor, like chicken, potatoes or rice.

    Use Probiotic Supplements

    • A good way to help your body get back on track is to take a probiotic supplement. This helps your intestines regain balance and makes it possible to avoid infection in the future. Re-establishing a healthy flora population in your digestive tract can help firm up your stools and put you back on the path toward regularity.

    Follow Proper Food Handling and Preparation Rules

    • One way people become infected with viral diarrhea is through improper food handling and preparation. To avoid this and to help your current bout of a chronic diarrhea come to an end swiftly, make sure cooked foods are served immediately and the leftovers are refrigerated right away. Don't eat food that's been left out for lengthy periods and stick to pasteurized dairy products. Always remember to wash your hands as necessary throughout the day.

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