10 Home Remedies for Gastroenteritis

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10 Home Remedies for
Gastroenteritis

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Salt
Salt contains sodium, which is an electrolyte that can be added
to water to prevent dehydration caused by vomiting and
diarrhea. Plus, salt will help fight infection and maintain the pH
level of the digestive tract.
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Ginger
Ginger is another very effective remedy for treating gastroenteritis
due to its antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory and
antioxidant properties. It can prevent and treat stomach infection,
and also reduce the frequency of symptoms like watery stools,
nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps.
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Asafetida
Being rich in antioxidant, antibacterial and antiviral properties,
asafetida combats viruses and bacteria and thus helps alleviate the
symptoms of gastroenteritis quickly and effectively. Plus, this spice
will improve digestion and strengthen the digestive tract.
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Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar will also help relieve many symptoms of
gastroenteritis. It will promote the proper pH level of the
stomach and remove harmful toxins from the body. Plus, being
high in pectin, it soothes an irritated stomach and reduces
stomach ache, nausea, vomiting and gas.
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Baking Soda
Being a natural antacid, baking soda can neutralize the acid in
your stomach, which in turn will help reduce sour stomach and
heartburn symptoms of gastroenteritis. Baking soda is also
known to reduce vomiting and diarrhea.
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Basil
Basil, which has antispasmodic properties and prevents gastric
spasms, is also a good remedy for gastroenteritis. It can make
your stomach stronger and prevent many symptoms of
gastroenteritis.
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Peppermint
Peppermint has antimicrobial and antispasmodic properties
that help relieve gas, bloating, upset stomach, nausea, and
stomach and intestinal cramps.
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Chamomile
Chamomile is an effective remedy for gastroenteritis due to its
anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial and carminative properties
that play a key role in smooth functioning of your digestive
system. It can relieve symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal
cramping, bloating, nausea and gas.
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Bananas
Bananas, both ripe and raw, also help in the treatment of
gastroenteritis. The high content of amylase-resistant starch in
bananas helps reduce the symptoms.
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Probiotics
To get rid of the ‘bad bacteria’ in the digestive tract and replace
it with ‘good bacteria’ that can improve digestion, start taking
probiotics. Probiotics can bring your digestive system back on
track very quickly and give you relief from symptoms like
nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
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