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Coming down with the stomach flu is an inconvenience. Spending days in bed because your tummy is writing in pain, is a waste of time. Gastroenteritis occurs due to a bacterial infection, and the likely cause of the disease is someone consuming food or beverages tainted with the infectious bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unfortunately, there is no cure for viral or bacterial gastroenteritis, and you have to wait for the infection to clear up on its own. In the meantime, you can look forward to symptoms of stomach pain, gas, bloating, diarrhea, and vomiting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Should you come down with a case of gastroenteritis, the best thing you can do for a speedy recovery is \u2013 stay in bed and remain hydrated. The virus or bacteria will eventually run their course, and you should start feeling better within 24 to 72-hours from the start of your symptoms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are specific strategies you can use to get rid of gastroenteritis infection faster than waiting for it to pass. Here are eight tips you can use the next time you have a gastroenteritis infection.
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1.    Cracker and Dry Toast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

People that are infected with gastroenteritis bacteria or viruses experience intense stomach pains and cramps<\/a>. As a result, they find it challenging to eat anything. However, it\u2019s critical that you start eating as soon as you can after getting over the worst of the symptoms. Failing to eat may result in your symptoms lasting for a few days longer than they should.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you can\u2019t handle the thought of eating right now, and everything to do with food makes your stomach turn, then try eating some dry crackers or toast. The carbohydrates soak up your stomach fluids and help you in [passing the bacteria or virus faster. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you struggle with eating, try taking it one bite at a time until you\u2019re finished. While it may take you an hour to eat a few slices of toast \u2013 the effort is worth it when you start to recover faster from your symptoms.
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2.    Apple Cider Vinegar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

ACV is nature’s miracle cure for a wide variety of ailments \u2013 and it helps to soothe symptoms of pain, nausea, and cramping associated with gastroenteritis as well. Apple cider vinegar<\/a> is a potent anti-bacterial and anti-microbial liquid that gets its health benefits from the beneficial bacteria found in the unfiltered version of the vinegar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also known as \u201cthe mother,\u201d the bacteria in ACV is far different from the type that\u2019s causing your stomach issues right now. Mix two tablespoons of ACV into a glass of water to cut the sharp taste, then drink it down. The ACV starts working right away, and you should experience some relief from cramps, pain, and bloating within 20-minutes of drinking the beverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure that you choose the unfiltered version of ACV. The filtering process removes all of the beneficial bacteria, rendering the ACV no more useful than regular spirit vinegar. Always check the label for details before you make your purchase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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3.    Rooibos Tea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Also known as \u201cred tea,\u201d rooibos is a natural herbal tea that originates from South Africa. This tea is naturally caffeine-free, so you don\u2019t have to worry about it upsetting your stomach in the same manner as black or green tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinking a cup of hot rooibos tea may help to soothe symptoms of pain and cramping associated with gastroenteritis infection. The tea contains natural catechins <\/a>and polyphenols \u2013 micronutrients beneficial for reducing inflammation in the digestive system. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure you purchase an organic brand of the tea that\u2019s grown using sustainable farming methods. Some commercial crops use pesticides to keep insect populations in check, and the toxins from the pesticides seep into the groundwater where the tea absorbs them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Drinking toxins and pesticides will do nothing to soothe your symptoms \u2013 so, makes sure you select an organic tea brand. Steep the tea in boiling water for 5-minutes before drinking, and you should feel a reduction in your symptoms within 15-minutes.
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4.    Fermented Foods<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Gastroenteritis<\/a> bacteria colonize your GI tract, causing havoc in the balance of your gut biomes \u2013 the trillions of live bacteria in your gut that assimilate the nutrition from your food. As a result, the affected individual may experience bloating, gas, and stomach pain. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Restoring the balance of beneficial bacteria will help you recover from the effects of the disease faster. Try eating fermented foods to accelerate the healing process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sauerkraut and kimchi are fermented cabbage and vegetables mixed with spices, and then left to ferment for a few weeks. During the fermentation process, beneficial probiotic enzymes turn the cabbage into prebiotic fiber \u2013 the favorite food of your biomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once you\u2019re over the initial nausea stage of the infection, try eating some sauerkraut to increase the presence of good bacteria in your gut. You can also try eating foods like organic, unpasteurized Greek yogurt, which also contains live bacteria and enzymes that boost your gut health.
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5.    Turmeric<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Turmeric <\/a>has a long history as a traditional medicine in the Eastern part of the world. Also known as saffron, turmeric is the bright yellow spice that flavors many curry dishes and turns rice yellow. The spice has a pleasant aromatic characteristic \u2013 and it also contains potent anti-inflammatory properties that make it an ideal home remedy for gastroenteritis infection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Turmeric gets its outstanding anti-inflammatory characteristics from the compound, \u201ccurcumin.\u201d Curcumin is a popular natural anti-inflammatory, and many supplement companies now offer an isolated form of curcumin mixed with piperine for enhanced absorption in the gut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t have access to a curcumin supplement, but you have some turmeric lying around the house, try adding a tablespoon of the powder to a glass of water and drink it down. You\u2019ll notice a tremendous relief from the bloating and gas caused by gastroenteritis, and the effect will show up 15-minutes or so after consuming the beverage.
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6.    Bone Broth<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Since gastroenteritis symptoms make the thought of eating solid food seem terrible, the best thing you can do is consume more liquids. Staying hydrated is a vital part of dealing with the infection. When you have adequate levels of hydration, your body can handle the effects of the gastroenteritis bacteria on your gut. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, dehydration can significantly exacerbate your symptoms, and cause numerous complications with your health. We recommend you drink bone broth<\/a>; this beverage has potent anti-inflammatory benefits that help your gut heal faster from infection with gastroenteritis bacteria. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The bone broth comes from dissolving animal bones, typically beef, into the water to form a broth. As the bones break down, they release collagen. Collagen is a protein that assists with new cell generation and cell communication, allowing your gut to increase its levels of beneficial bacteria and flush out the infection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add a pinch of salt to your broth before drinking to gain a mineral boost.
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7.    Baking Soda<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

While you\u2019re dealing with the effects of gastroenteritis infection, it’s vital that you remain hydrated at all times. Dehydration can lead to various complications of the disease. Being dehydrated weakens your immune system and allows the bacteria to spread through your body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s vital that you consume at least one 1-glass of water every time you have a bowel movement; this strategy keeps your body hydrated. The only thing better than drinking water is drinking alkaline water. Alkaline water helps reduce the acidity in your system, giving the bacteria a harsh environment in which to survive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you can\u2019t afford expensive alkaline water, or you don\u2019t have a reverse osmosis machine in your home, try mixing a teaspoon of baking soda<\/a> in a glass of water and drink it down. The baking soda turns the water alkaline, allowing your gut to benefit from an alkaline environment. Repeat this strategy with every glass of water that you drink during the day.
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8.    Chamomile<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

People infected with gastroenteritis bacteria or viruses can benefit from drinking chamomile <\/a>tea. Like rooibos, chamomile is caffeine-free, making it ideal for anyone with a stomach bug. Chamomile is a natural sedative, making it the perfect beverage for those individuals struggling to sleep due to symptoms of stomach pain, cramping and bloating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chamomile also has anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties that make it the ideal beverage to beat the bug. Boil the kettle and steep the chamomile tea bag in hot water for 10-minutes to allow for the optimal infusion of the ingredients into the boiling water \u2013 drink the tea as warm as you can, as the heat helps to soothe your symptoms. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some people may be allergic to chamomile. Before you drink the tea, place the teabag on your wrist for a few seconds and then remove it. If your skin does not turn red and inflame within 15-minutes, then you should be ok to drink the tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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9. Raw Honey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Eating a tablespoon of raw honey can help ease the gastrointestinal distress that occurs due to infection with the bacteria that causes gastroenteritis. Raw honey <\/a>contains beneficial probiotic enzymes and polyphenols that have potent anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects on the digestive system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These polyphenols come from the pollen collected by the worker bees which they bring back to the hive. Raw honey undergoes no filtering process, and as a result, the final product maintains all of its beneficial health properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Avoid buying commercial brands of honey from the supermarket. The manufacturers of these brands filter their product before bottling to improve shelf life. However, the filtering removes the beneficial ingredients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Manuka honey offers the best antimicrobial and antibacterial benefits. This honey comes from bees that collect nectar from the Manuka tree. You can either eat the honey straight out of the jar or mix it into herbal teas to help aid in relief from symptoms of digestive distress.
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10. Ice Blocks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

People who are dealing with gastroenteritis infection are at risk of developing dehydration from vomiting or diarrhea symptoms. If they don’t replace their body fluids, minerals, and electrolytes<\/a>, they run the risk of developing severe complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the body experiences and electrolyte imbalance, it can lead to symptoms of loss of consciousness and seizure. In most cases, the seizures do not cause any lasting brain damage, but the patient requires immediate medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Some patients may find it hard to keep water down. Sucking on ice blocks helps the patient stay hydrated, without the worry of vomiting after drinking a beverage. Sucking on ice locks keeps the lips from chapping and prevents dry mouth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the patient experiences severe dehydration, they may need medical attention. Upon arriving at the emergency room, doctors will hook the patient up to an IV to administer vital fluids back into the body and prevent seizures.
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11. Bed Rest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

People who are dealing with gastroenteritis infection need to take the time to recover from the disease. Many people think that they can cope with the effects of the disease, and still maintain their daily routine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When infected with a bacteria or virus, the best strategy we can adopt is to limit physical and mental activity. Confine yourself to bed and try to get as much sleep as you can. During an infection, the brain signals the immune system to ramp up the production of antibodies <\/a>and white blood cells. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Creating cells to fight off the infection requires the immune system to use a tremendous amount of energy, leaving you feeling depleted. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you decide to go against the doctor’s advice and continue to go to work, you not only run the risk of developing complications from the infection, while potentially infecting others as well. It’s best to be responsible for your condition and get the bed rest you need to recover.
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12. Avoid Sugar<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When the patient does start to eat and drink again, make sure they consume healthy foods and avoid sugar<\/a> at all costs. Eating meals and drinking beverages that contain sugar create significant amounts of inflammation in the digestive system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a result of the inflammation, the intestinal wall expands, allowing pathogens and harmful particles to breach this permeable barrier. Should the bacteria get into the bloodstream, then the circulatory system carries it throughout the body where it infects other regions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don’t let the patient eat candy or drink sugary soda as a reward for going through their ordeal. Consuming these types of foods may also extend the; length of infection time, and slow the healing p0rocess. Eating sugar also affects the normal function of the immune system as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Since 70-percent of the immune system resides in the gut, when it’s in an inflamed state, it’s challenging for the immune system to produce the necessary antibodies and white blood cells needed to fight off the infection.
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13. Ginger Tea<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Patients who are dealing with gastroenteritis infection can gain some relief from their symptoms of stomach pain and discomfort by drinking ginger tea. After the worst of nausea and vomiting symptoms subside, it’s time to rehydrate the body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ginger tea<\/a> makes a marvelous rehydrating aid, and it soothes the discomfort and pain associated with the condition as well. Ginger contains polyphenol compounds known as, “gingerols.” These gingerols have a potent anti-inflammatory effect on the gut, relieving symptoms of inflammation and bloating. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Purchase some fresh ginger root from the local grocery store, and grate it \u2013 add it to a tea strainer and steep in boiling water for 7 to 8-minutes. The tea has a sharp, spicy taste, with a warming and clearing effect in the sinus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Repeat this treatment as often as you like throughout the day; there is no toxic effect of drinking too much ginger tea. Drinking the tea with your first meal will also aid digestion.
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14. Avoid Over-Medicating with OTC Products<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Many patients experiencing the symptoms of gastroenteritis will make the mistake of taking too many over-the-counter medications to manage the effects of the disease on their bodies. As a result, the patient ends up taking too many OTC anti-inflammatories and painkillers<\/a>, as well as anti-nausea medication. All of these compounds have a toxic effect on the digestive system and slow down the healing process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you need to medicate to relieve pain or inflammation, then make sure you do so sparingly, if at all. The best strategy for dealing with gastroenteritis is to stay hydrated and get as much rest as possible. The virus or bacteria responsible for the infection will only last a few days, and the symptoms subside quickly after the infection clears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make sure you never give Aspirin to an infant or any child under the age of 18-years old. Aspirin use in young people has links to the development of “Reyes syndrome.”
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