Gastroenteritis means infection or inflammation in the digestive system. It is usually a short-term illness and is not serious. However, it can cause dehydration or an imbalance of important minerals such as sodium or potassium.

Managing Symptoms:

• Eat simple foods such as lukewarm soups, non-acidic juices, electrolyte-balanced water, toast, applesauce, banana

• Stay hydrated

• Add lemon or lemon juice to water

• Ice chips or low-sugar popsicles

• Avoid fatty, spicy, and dairy rich foods

• Chewing fennel seeds, clove tea, ginger candies, or drinking ginger ale may help with nausea

• Certain types of tea such as mint, ginger or fennel tea may relieve symptoms

• Try raw coconut oil with honey

• Coconut water

Tips for prevention:

• Rest as much as you can

• Wash your hands often with soap

• Avoid sharing utensils, drinking cups, or towels with others

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