Published on: 5/21/2025
What are some effective home remedies for treating diarrhea?
Home remedies for diarrhea include drinking plenty of fluids and eating foods like cooked green bananas to help manage symptoms.
Explanation
Diarrhea can often be managed at home with simple remedies. It is important to stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids such as water, clear broths, or oral rehydration solutions. This helps replace lost fluids and electrolytes.
One effective food remedy is eating cooked green bananas. According to research, cooked green bananas can help reduce diarrhea symptoms in children. They are easy to digest and provide essential nutrients that can help the digestive system recover.
Additionally, traditional practices from rural areas emphasize the importance of using locally available foods and fluids to manage diarrhea. These include rice-based solutions and other bland foods that are gentle on the stomach.
Remember, if diarrhea persists or is severe, it is important to seek medical advice.
(References)
- Chandra KA, & Wanda D. (2017). Traditional Method of Initial Diarrhea Treatment in Children. Comprehensive child and adolescent nursing, 29166193.
- Islam K, Konar MC, Roy A, Biswas B, Nayek K, & Middya S. (2022). Role of cooked green banana in home management .... Journal of tropical pediatrics, 36692306.
- Sood AK, & Kapil U. (1990). Knowledge and practices among rural mothers in Haryana .... Indian journal of pediatrics, 2286409.
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