Drink plenty of clear fluids (water, oral rehydration solution, broths)
Use oral rehydration solution if available
Take small, frequent sips if nauseated
Eat bland, easy-to-digest foods (rice, bananas, toast, oatmeal, applesauce, crackers)
Avoid fatty, spicy, or high-fiber foods
Avoid alcohol
Avoid caffeine
Avoid dairy if it worsens symptoms
Avoid sugary drinks and juices (can worsen diarrhea)
Consider probiotics (especially if symptoms last more than a day or after antibiotics)
Consider an anti-diarrheal only if there is no fever and no blood in the stool (loperamide)
Avoid anti-diarrheals if you have bloody stool or high fever
Wash hands often with soap and water
Stay hydrated during and after symptoms improve
Seek medical care urgently if you have any of the following:
Blood or black/tarry stool
Fever ≥ 38.5°C (101.3°F)
Severe or worsening abdominal pain
Signs of dehydration (very little urination, dizziness, dry mouth, extreme weakness)
Persistent vomiting or inability to keep fluids down
Diarrhea lasting more than 2 days in adults (or more than 24 hours in children)
Recent antibiotic use with severe diarrhea
Diarrhea in infants, older adults, or people with weakened immune systems
If traveling, recent antibiotics, or suspected foodborne illness occurred, contact a clinician for guidance