Gastrointestinal Diet

A Gastrointestinal Diet for People suffering fromIf you feel the same or are worse in any way call
stomach flu, food poisoning and other stomachand see the doctor.  Eat small amounts
related problems.frequently.  DO NOT eat a big meal. This can
For the remainder of the first day of illness takemake your symtoms return again. If you feel
only small amounts of clear liquids such as water,better by the next day, slowly resume a regular
Gatorade, Kool-Aid, soup broth, weak dilute nondiet over the following 2 days.  Limit your
caffeinated coffee or tea, diluted juices, Sprite orportions and eat much smaller meals. Again, eating
non-caffeinated Coca-Cola (let stand at roomlarger meals even if you feel better, your
temperature and stir out the fizz) as tolerated. symtoms can return again and with a vengence.
Jell-O and ice pops are considered clear liquids. IfIf there is no improvement, new symptoms,
the pain or symptoms get worse or newfever or you are worse in any way, please call us
symptoms develop; immediately see the doctor.at (770) 232-1101 if you have any questions or
The following morning for breakfast, eat toast,concerns. Immediately go to the Emergency
crackers and clear liquids.  If there is lessRoom. Doctors Medical Center is open 7 Days A
stomach upset and obvious improvements, forWeek (Closed Christmas) From 9:30AM through
the remainder of the day, eat skinless roasted or9:30PM.
broiled chicken or turkey, rice, applesauce, and/orJohn Drew Laurusonis M.D.
bananas.