What foods to eat when having diarrhea
Disease description:
My son has had some diarrhea recently. I want to prepare some nutritious food for him to replenish his strength, but we don't know about dietary restrictions for diarrhea. May I ask, Doctor, what foods are suitable to eat when having diarrhea?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Diarrhea refers to loose, watery stools. During diarrhea, you can usually consume foods such as congee, noodles, steamed egg custard, yogurt, and carrot soup.
1. Congee: Congee is easily digested and absorbed, placing minimal burden on the gastrointestinal tract. It also provides energy needed by the body and helps reduce gastrointestinal irritation.
2. Noodles: Noodles are soft and easy to digest, containing a certain amount of carbohydrates to replenish energy. Well-cooked, soft noodles are more easily absorbed by the gastrointestinal tract.
3. Steamed Egg Custard: Steamed egg custard has a smooth and tender texture, is nutritionally rich, and easily digested. It is high in protein and provides essential nutritional support.
4. Yogurt: Yogurt contains probiotics that help regulate the balance of intestinal flora and alleviate symptoms of diarrhea. It is recommended to choose yogurt at room temperature and avoid consuming overly cold yogurt.
5. Carrot Soup: Carrots contain various nutrients. When cooked into soup, they are easily absorbed by the body and help replenish fluids. The carotene in carrots contributes to recovery.
During diarrhea, you may also drink warm water or light salt water in appropriate amounts to help replenish fluids and maintain electrolyte balance. At the same time, you should avoid eating spicy, greasy, irritating foods, as well as raw and cold foods, to prevent worsening of symptoms.
