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7 foods you should eat when you have diarrhoea

Ensure a speedy recovery from the symptoms of diarrhea by staying hydrated and improving digestion with these foods.

Written by Anuradha Varanasi | Updated : April 11, 2016 2:49 PM IST

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7 Foods You Should Eat When You Have Diarrhea

With the onset of summer, there's always a higher chance of stomach infections due to a rise in mercury levels and diarrhea is a common complaint. It can also be your worse nightmare especially if you're travelling. Dietician and sports nutritionist Deepshikha Agarwal says these are the 7 foods you should add to your diet if you want the symptoms of diarrhoea to subside soon.

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Curd Can Soothe Your Stomach When You Have Diarrhea

Curd or yogurt is a great way to soothe your stomach lining due to its cooling effect. Curd is also packed with good bacteria or probiotics which aid digestion and reduces acidity caused by diarrhoea.

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Moong Dal Is A Friendly Food For Diarrhea

Moong dal is the only pulse that is easily digestible and can be had with rice when you're suffering from diarrhoea. When you're consuming rice, remember to have smaller portions than usual until your symptoms subside.

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Oranges For Diarrhea

Oranges are rich in fiber and aid in digestion but what makes them a suitable snack for diarrhoea is that it also has a calming effect on the stomach, says Agarwal.