Florida Gastroenterologist: Food Poisoning Recovery Guide
- Stomach cramps not only drain your energy, but also lead to dehydration and electrolyte loss.Recovery frequently enough depends on how quickly you can rehydrate, calm your stomach, and...
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Recovering from Food Poisoning: Expert Tips from a Gastroenterologist
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Stomach cramps not only drain your energy, but also lead to dehydration and electrolyte loss.Recovery frequently enough depends on how quickly you can rehydrate, calm your stomach, and ease your digestive system back into balance.
[Image of a sick person – caption: Follow these tips to effectively recover from food poisoning.(Unsplash)]
Dr. Joseph Salhab, a Florida-based gastroenterologist specializing in digestion, liver, pancreas, and nutrition, has shared his expert-approved tips for recovering after food poisoning.
In an Instagram video, Dr. Salhab outlines a complete guide to recovery – from managing nausea and staying hydrated to recommending gentle foods for the stomach.
1. For Nausea
Ginger Candy or Ginger Juice
Dr. Salhab explains that ginger is rich in natural compounds that effectively relieve nausea and have been proven helpful in managing food poisoning. he states, “Gingerols and shogaols calm stomach spasms and block nausea signals in the brain. Proven effective in clinical studies for food poisoning, motion sickness, and chemotherapy-related nausea.”
Canned Pear Juice
Pear juice is gentle and low in acidity, making it soothing on the stomach lining.The mild sugar helps stabilize blood sugar when solid food is difficult to tolerate.
Sniffing Isopropyl Alcohol
according to ER-based studies, inhaling the scent of isopropyl alcohol for 30 to 60 seconds can provide rapid relief from nausea.