When we suffer from diarrhea accompanied by nausea and vomiting, we can often think of a gastroenteritis type infection. Epidemics of this type are very numerous and when they proliferate, it is usually the entire family and professional circle that is contaminated. In fact, it is not uncommon in schools to see classrooms gradually emptying when the virus is present. Whether it is viral or infectious, gastroenteritis requires special care that can be administered naturally.

Generally known as the stomach flu, gastroenteritis is noticed by an inflammation of the stomach and intestines which is then characterized by liquid stools, nausea and vomiting as well as pain and contractions of the stomach sometimes violent. Sometimes other symptoms are added such as fever, fatigue, severe dehydration, loss of appetite or headaches. Very complicated to live with, gastroenteritis requires considerable rest but not only.

2 interesting tips to implement when gastroenteritis invades your life

• L’objectif prioritaire est de compenser les pertes liquides et dès lors éviter la déshydration, principalement chez les jeunes enfants et chez les personnes âgées.  Aussi, il sera recommandé de boire beaucoup d’eau afin d’équilibrer ces perte hydriques. Bien évidemment, lorsqu’on souffre de gastro entérite, l’envie d’ingérer quoique ce soit est souvent inexistant. Dès lors, nous recommandons de boire de petites gorgées petit à petit tout au long de la journée afin de ne pas surcharger le système digestif.
• En terme d’alimentation, l’idéal serait d’instaurer un régime nutritionnel léger,  pauvre en sucre et en graisse. Le système digestif devrait être un maximum au repos tout en offrant à l’organisme les minéraux et les vitamines dont il a besoin pour se rétablir.  En général, lorsqu’on souffre de gastro entérite, on n’a pas envie de manger. C’est avec raison que le corps choisit de ne pas se nourrir pour permettre à son organisme de retrouver un équilibre, en laissant le système digestif au repos.

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There are many grandmotherly remedies

• Green clay: an absorbent remedy to drink, microbes are captured and transit is regulated in a natural way. Very effective solution for digestive disorders but nevertheless, some contra-indications are to be taken into consideration.
• Activated charcoal: very often sold in capsule form, vegetable charcoal is ideal for capturing microbes and evacuating them towards the outlet. Recognized as the essential remedy for digestive disorders.
• Psyllium seeds: mucilage seeds, they absorb water in the intestine and thus allow a better regulation of the transit.
• Aromatherapy is also essential. Indeed, many anti-infectious essential oils act on intestinal problems such as oregano compact or rosemary. The essential oils of peppermint or lemon will have a very positive impact on nausea and vomiting.

Enfin, les probiotiques sont indispensables lorsqu’on souffre d’une gastro entériteFinally, probiotics are essential when suffering from gastroenteritis. Indeed, probiotics restore the intestinal flora damaged by the frequent emptying of the intestine. Probiotics are beneficial bacteria that inhibit the growth of unwanted bacteria. They are therefore living bacteria which, when integrated in the right quantity, have beneficial consequences on health by improving the intestinal microbial balance. They should not be confused with antibiotics, which are chemical substances that kill unwanted bacteria. In the case of gastroenteritis, they allow to restore the intestinal flora, to strengthen it but they also serve to normalize the intestinal transit. Of course, they also help prevent and treat diarrhea.