First Aid For Food Poisoning and Diarrhea Video By Dr. Willie T. Ong (Like and Share) Many different microbes can cause food poisoning. Symptoms usually start within a few hours of eating the food. Aside from diarrhea, the person may also experience fever, abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting. Mild cases of food poisoning can be treated at home. However, more serious cases may require hospitalization. First Aid For Food Poisoning: 1. Drink lots of fluids to replenish those you have lost. For mild cases of diarrhea, you can drink juice, soup or water. However, for persistent cases of diarrhea, you need to drink an oral rehydrating solution (ORS). Dont get dehydrated. 2. As a home remedy, you can mix a solution of one glass water with two teaspoons of sugar and one-fourth teaspoon of salt. 3. Medicines to stop diarrhea, like loperamide, are used only for severe cases. In most instances, the diarrhea will stop by itself within two days. 4. Rest your stomach. Choose foods that are easy to digest. Foods such as congee, clear soup, gelatin, bananas and tea may help. Temporarily avoid dairy products, spicy foods and fatty foods. Prevention Tips: 1. Wash your hands before preparing and eating food. 2. Keep your kitchen and utensils clean. 3. Cook food completely. Avoid undercooked or half-cooked meat and fish preparations. 4. Dont let food sit out for more than two or three hours. Store it in the refrigerator. https://youtube/watch?v=NzQmI40qBcg&list=UUR6n79EOdY406JlZD8FEgyg
Posted on: Thu, 13 Nov 2014 05:00:00 +0000
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