Penn Herb Wellness Guide
Diarrhea
The right diet is the key to managing many diseases and to improving general quality of life. For this condition, scientific research has found benefit in the following healthy eating tips.
| Recommendation | Why | Get started |
|---|---|---|
| If you’re lactose intolerant, avoid milk products | People whose diarrhea is caused by lactose intolerance can avoid the problem by steering clear of milk and ice cream or by taking lactase, the enzyme needed to digest lactose. | |
| Cut down on coffee | Drinking several cups of coffee per day causes diarrhea in some people. Avoiding all coffee for a few days should help determine whether coffee is the culprit. | |
| Look at your supplements | Large amounts of vitamin C or magnesium found in supplements can also cause diarrhea, avoiding the offending supplement brings rapid relief. | |
| Uncover your food allergies | Allergies and food sensitivities are common triggers for diarrhea. People with chronic diarrhea not attributable to other causes should discuss the possibility of food sensitivity with a doctor. | |
| Watch for certain sugars | Avoid fructose in fruit juices such as apple juice and pear juice, and in soft drinks and desserts. Also avoid sorbitol in dietetic sweets. These sugars may be poorly absorbed, sometimes leading to diarrhea. |
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