ProudGrandma Posted November 21, 2009 Share Posted November 21, 2009 If someone is beginning to feel like the stomach flu might be coming on, is there anyway to ward it off...is this a dumb question?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted November 21, 2009 Share Posted November 21, 2009 This is one of the world's greatest questions. And I am :bigear: Sorry you are feeling poorly. Some people say the juice from sweetened canned peaches settles their stomaches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted November 21, 2009 Share Posted November 21, 2009 I start by taking a whole bunch of probiotics. I also have several homeopathic remedies that I use, but homeopathics can be quite specific and while one works especially well for me, it does not have the same success rate with my littles if they come down with a stomach virus. :glare: I have yet to find the right homeopathic for stomach flu in my littles. I've recently discovered a little gem in the way of Traditional Chinese Medicine. There are pills called Po Chai pills that are amazing for the treatment/remedy of indigestion, heartburn, vomiting, diarrhea, and bloating. They are also supposedly very effective for prevention of hangovers and alcohol poisoning so they must work through the bloodstream as well. They are not recommended if you are pregnant or nursing, but I have given them (after checking with a ND) to some of my older littles when necessary. These pills really work! They can be hard to come by, depending where you live, but I've been able to find them at some health food stores or at Asian food stores. I'm sorry you're not feeling well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coffeegal Posted November 21, 2009 Share Posted November 21, 2009 When the stomach flu went through the house, I switched to a diet of saltines, grapes, and mild cheese. I was the only member who did not get really sick, although I was mildly nauseous. Even ended up losing 15 pounds when all was said and done. ;) I hope you find something that works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M&M Posted November 21, 2009 Share Posted November 21, 2009 I have found that organic, unfiltered, apple cider vinegar (about a teaspoon) diluted in some water and a bit of agave nectar or other sweetner for those who don't like the tartness helps. Last time the stomach virus went through out house I had some once or twice a day and did not get sick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeanestMomInMidwest Posted November 21, 2009 Share Posted November 21, 2009 Gastroenteritis I eat rice. Plain, white, rice (cooked, of course). Maybe grilled chicken breast if I feel the need for protein. If you desire to take a med, try immodium or any generic equivilent OTC anti-diarrheal. Be sure to rehydrate if you have diarrhea Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devotional Soul Posted November 21, 2009 Share Posted November 21, 2009 Ginger, ginger, ginger! Fresh grated in tea, soup, and food, nibbled on often! Mint tea is also helpful and refreshing, and turmeric is good, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lovedtodeath Posted November 21, 2009 Share Posted November 21, 2009 The most accepted, known way is carob powder. The dose is 1 T. mixed with applesauce. We are never able to take that much but we take what we can and more often. It really helps. Carob powder is a very accepted cure for diarrhea. The reason it works is that it kills the germs causing the diarrhea. My nutritionist said digestive enzymes on an empty stomach, but I have not had success with that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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