Home remedies to stop loose motion
Home Remedies for Loose Motion
In
simple terms, loose motion means you are having watery stools that occur more
frequently than usual. It is also known as diarrhea, which most people have
experienced. It can be acute or chronic.
This common
problem occurs when the food and fluids you ingest start passing too quickly or
in too large an amount through the colon.
Along with frequent
loose, watery stools, you may even have symptoms like abdominal
cramps, abdominal pain, a fever, bloating and weakness.
Due
to having too frequent bowel movements, there may also be itching, burning,
soreness or pain in the rectal area.
There can be
many reasons behind this sudden change in your bowel movements, including a
viral infection, bacterial infection, parasitic attack, food poisoning, a side
effect of antibiotics and lactose intolerance, to name a few.
In most cases, loose motion last a couple of days. However, if it
continues for a week or more, it is important to consult a doctor.
It can be a sign
of a serious digestive disorder. Plus, it can lead to dehydration and weakness,
which is not good for your overall health.
1. Yogurt
Yogurt
is a good source of probiotics-strains of bacteria that are similar to the
healthy bacteria normally found in your digestive system.
These bacteria
help restore the good bacteria in your gut. This in turn helps fight the
diarrhea-causing germs in your digestive tract.
A 2010 study
published in Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews states that, when used
alongside rehydration therapy, probiotics have beneficial effects in shortening
the duration and reducing stool frequency in acute infectious diarrhea.
2. Apple
Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is a great remedy to stop loose motion.
This natural antibiotic helps cure diarrhea by killing the diarrhea-causing
organisms in the intestine. Its high pectin content soothes the
irritated lining of the colon. Plus, it helps maintain proper pH level in the
stomach, which in turn helps restore regularity.
- Mix 1 to 2 tablespoons of raw,
unfiltered apple cider vinegar in a glass of lukewarm water.
- Add a little honey and stir.
- Drink it 2 or 3 times a day
until your condition improves.
3. Bananas
Both
raw and ripe bananas can help treat diarrhea due to their pectin content. This
water-soluble fiber helps absorb fluids in the intestines, which in turn helps
add bulk to the stool.
Being high in
potassium, it even helps replace electrolytes that may be lost during diarrhea.
A 2001 study
published in Gastroenterology found that the pectin in green bananas is useful
in the dietary management of persistent diarrhea.
It can reduce
the amount of stool, frequency of vomiting and duration of diarrhea, as well as
reduce the need for oral rehydration solutions or intravenous fluids.
Another 2012
study published in the Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry also confirms
that intake of bananas is beneficial for people suffering from diarrhea.
- When dealing with loose
motions, eat a ripe banana every few hours.
- You can even have ripe banana
and yogurt smoothies, 2 or 3 times a day.
- Another option is to steam or
boil a raw banana, mash it and then add a little lemon juice and a pinch
of salt before eating.
4. Ginger
According
to traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine, ginger is a good remedy for
loose motion.
It helps
strengthen your stomach muscles and reduce food stagnation. This in turn stops
loose motion. It even stimulates intestinal enzymes that promote proper
digestion.
A 2007 study by
the American Chemical Society reports that ginger may combat deadly infant
bacteria-induced diarrhea in developing countries.
- Add 1 tablespoon of minced
ginger root to 1½ cups of water. Bring the water to a boil, cover and let
it steep for 5 to 10 minutes. Strain and drink this tea 2 or 3 times a
day.
- Alternatively, mix together 1
teaspoon each of dried ginger powder, cumin powder, cinnamon powder and
honey and have it 2 or 3 times a day.
Note: Those suffering from high blood pressure
should avoid ginger in high amounts.
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