Diarrhea (Children and Infants) Level 3

Diarrhea
What is it?
*Diarrhea- Natural, Necessary Process, Elimination of what is
making the body sick, can Cause Dehydration
*Increase- in Volume, Wateriness, Frequency of Bowel Movements
Remember to:
*Wash- your hands before cooking, serving or eating foods
*Artificial Sweetners- Sorbitol, can cause diarrhea
*Learn to- Manage Stress, Exercise Regularly
*Store and Serve- food properly Hot foods 140 or higher and Cold
foods 40 or lower, if Fever increase calories and fluids
*Replace Sodium and Potassium with- Banana, crackers, cheeses,
buttermilk, broth. potato chips
What do I need to do?
*See a Physician- he may prescribe antibiotics or Pepto-Bismol
*Drink- Plenty of Fluids See FFF Fluids, Clear Liquid Diet
*AVOID- Milk and Dairy Products, Gluten, Fried/Fatty Foods,
High Sugar Foods
*See a Registered Dietitian- for more information
*Follow- Clear Liquid Diet for 24 hours then a
Bland diet for 1-2 days- See FFF Bland diet plan