Diarrhea & Gut Recovery

Restoring Balance Quickly

Why it matters:
Occasional diarrhea can result from infection, food intolerance, or stress. It depletes fluids, electrolytes, and healthy gut bacteria, leaving the body weak and at risk of dehydration.

How it works:

  • Probiotics → restore healthy bacteria, especially after antibiotics.
  • Zinc → shortens the duration of diarrhea, especially in children.
  • Electrolytes → replace lost sodium, potassium, and fluids.
  • Chamomile → calms intestinal spasms.
  • BRAT diet (bananas, rice, applesauce, toast) → gentle foods to rest the gut.

Foods that help:

  • Bananas, white rice, applesauce, toast → BRAT basics
  • Yogurt or kefir → probiotics
  • Bone broth → hydration + minerals
  • Chamomile tea → calming effect

Lifestyle tip:

Avoid dairy (except yogurt), caffeine, and fatty foods until stools return to normal.

Helpful for:

  • Acute diarrhea
  • Post-antibiotic gut upset
  • Children and adults recovering from infections