Traveler’s Diarrhea (Intestinal Flu, Grippe, or Turista)

Traveler’s Diarrhea
(Intestinal Flu, Grippe, or Turista)
What is it?
*Condition- with nausea, vomiting, intestinal rumbling, abdominal cramping,
headache, muscle pain, and diarrhea
What should I eat?
*Meats- should be done when eaten
*Check the Food Inspection Number and if not an Ado not eat at the
restaurant
*Peeled fruits and vegetables or cooked
*AVOID- salad bars
-any food that has been left out at a counter
What are the Symptoms?
*Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, intestinal rumbling, headache, muscle pain,
and abdominal cramping
*Mild and disappear without treatment
What do I need to do?
*See a Physician
*Check out restaurants carefully for sanitation
*All food cooked, all fruit peeled, water that has been boiled
*Eat a Bland diet
-See FFF Bland diet plan
*See a Registered Dietitian for more help with meal planning
*Increase fluids as tolerated
-See FFF Fluids