Most people have suffered from food poisoning at some point in their life. This condition is caused by viruses, bacteria, or other toxins in food. Some symptoms of this condition are diarrhea, abdominal cramps, dizziness, headache, vomiting, and nausea. It is very important to know that you should not ignore food poisoning.
When someone suffers from food poisoning, then his/her body is likely to lose more water than normal. This is a reason why you should drink more water to stay hydrated. Also, this will help you to flush out the toxins which are causing the symptoms of food poisoning.
When you experience vomiting and diarrhea, then the best natural treatment you can do is to increase your fluid intake with water and clear liquids, and also, you should avoid taking solid foods.
But there are many natural cures that are available in your kitchen, and you can take them for this condition. If you have severe dizziness, vomiting, diarrhea, or symptoms of dehydration, then you should talk with your doctor as soon as possible.
16 Home remedies for food poisoning
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- 1 16 Home remedies for food poisoning
Garlic
This is one of the best home remedies for fighting against food poisoning due to its strong antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties [1].
Also, this home remedy can give you relief from abdominal pain and diarrhea. You should eat one fresh garlic clove swallowing it with water.
If you can tolerate the smell of garlic, then you should use garlic juice.
Also, you can make a mixture of soybean oil and garlic oil, and you should rub this home remedy on your stomach after eating.
Rest
You should take rest as much as possible because illness and dehydration can weaken and tire you.
Avoid certain foods and substances until you feel better
Fatty or highly seasoned food, nicotine, alcohol, caffeine, and dairy products should be avoided.
Ample yogurt
You should take some natural and organic yogurt and eat one to two cups of it every two to three hours. This home remedy will provide you with a huge amount of probiotics in a very short span of time. These probiotics, like lactic acid, aid the body in getting rid of dangerous infections such as Salmonella E. Coli, which is one of the most common causes of food poisoning.
Let your stomach settle
In most cases, the food poisoning improves without treatment within 48 hours. You should stop eating and drinking for a few hours because this will make you feel more comfortable, and it will prevent dehydration while you recover.
Basil
This is one of the best home remedies which can help you to soothe the abdominal discomfort that is caused by food poisoning. This home remedy has antimicrobial properties which can help you to fight microorganisms [2].
There are many ways in which you can get the health benefits of this herb. You should drink basil juice extracted from a few basil leaves with one tablespoon of honey, and you should drink this home remedy several times per day.
Also, you can add some fresh coriander juice to this mixture. In four cups of drinking water, you should put a few drops of basil oil. You should drink this home remedy slowly throughout the day because, in this way, you will kill the bacteria which are the reason for the stomach pain and other problems.
Also, you can make another home remedy from basil. In 3 tablespoons of plain yogurt, you should add a pinch of black pepper, some sea salt, and basil leaves. You should eat this home remedy 3 – 4 times per day until you have noticed that the symptoms of this condition are gone.
Lemon
Lemon has antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties, which can help you to get relief from the symptoms of food poisoning [3].
Also, this home remedy has acid, which can help to kill the bacteria that are caused by this condition. You should add a pinch of sugar to one teaspoon of lemon juice, and you should drink this home remedy 2 – 3 times per day.
Also, you can sip on warm water with lemon juice to clean out your system.
Fenugreek seeds and yogurt
Fenugreek seeds can help you to treat abdominal discomfort. Yogurt has antimicrobial and antibacterial properties, which can help you to fight the bacteria which are cause food poisoning.
You can take one teaspoon of fenugreek seeds along with a tablespoon of yogurt. You should just swallow the seeds. You should not chew the fenugreek seeds. Fenugreek seeds have a combined effect, which in combination with the yogurt, can give you immediate relief from vomiting and stomach pain.
Apple cider vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is acidic in nature. It has an alkaline effect due to the way it is metabolized in our bodies. Also, this home remedy can alleviate many food poisoning symptoms [4].
It can kill bacteria, soothe the gastrointestinal lining, and also it can give you instant relief. In one cup of hot water, you should add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, and you should drink this home remedy before you eat your food. Also, you can drink 2 – 3 teaspoons of undiluted apple cider vinegar.
Ginger root
This is one of the best natural treatments for curing almost all types of digestive problems in which are also included those that are caused by food poisoning. You should drink one cup of ginger tea after eating lunch or dinner to stop nausea, heartburn, and other symptoms which are associated with this condition [5].
In one cup of water, you should add one teaspoon of grated ginger, and you should boil this tea for a few minutes. You should add a small amount of sugar or honey to it, and then you can drink it.
Also, there is another option that you can use from the ginger, and that is to add a few drops of ginger juice to one teaspoon of honey you should swallow this home remedy several times per day to reduce the pain and inflammation. Also, you can eat raw ginger slices.
Cumin
Cumin seeds are also known as jeera. They can ease stomach inflammation and abdominal discomfort due to food poisoning [6].
In one cup of water, you should add one teaspoon of cumin seeds, and you should boil it. Also, you should add a small amount of salt and one teaspoon of coriander juice extracted from fresh coriander leaves. You should drink this home remedy two times per day for a period of a few days.
Also, you can make an herbal drink from asafetida, salt, and cumin seeds. You should drink this home remedy 2 or 3 times per day. This will give you relief from the symptoms of food poisoning, and also it will cleanse your system.
Cold milk
One glass of chilled milk is one of the most effective home remedies which can calm an angry stomach. If you wish, you can add a flavor of your choice. But plain and cold milk is one of the best home remedies that will do a good job of giving you the strength you need to cope with the constant vomiting.
Banana
Bananas are easy to digest and this is a reason why they are easy on your stomach. Also, this fruit is rich in potassium. This component of banana helps your potassium stores depleted due to diarrhea and vomiting.
Also, when you eat just one banana, this can help you to restore your energy level. You can eat a ripe banana. Also, you can make a healthy and tasty banana shake, and you should drink it 2 or 3 times per day.
Tulsi with elaichi
Tulsi is a very effective treatment for many diseases, such as skin ailments, heartburn, and digestion problem. Tulsi can soothe all the mentioned conditions. You should chew a few leaves with a pod of elaichi and you will notice that your stomach will begin to unknot itself from the cramps.
Honey
This home remedy has antibacterial and antifungal properties, which are very effective in treating indigestion and other symptoms associated with food poisoning [7]. You can add honey to tea, or you can take it in its pure form. When you eat a teaspoon of honey 3 times per day, then this can do wonders to heal an upset stomach. Also, this home remedy controls the formation of excess acid in your stomach.
Herbal tea
Sipping on different types of herbal tea can help you to soothe your disturbed system, and this can keep your body well hydrated. Peppermint tea has a soothing effect on the stomach, and it can give you relief from stomach cramps. Comfrey root and meadowsweet tea can help you to treat stomach infections.
If you suffer from nausea, then you should try chamomile tea or licorice root because these food-poisoning hombe remedies can calm your stomach and reduce inflammation.
References
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[3] Kisla D. Effectiveness of lemon juice in the elimination of Salmonella Typhimurium in stuffed mussels. Journal of Food Protection. 2007;70(12):2847-50.
[4] Entani E, Asai M, Tsujihata S, et al. Antibacterial action of vinegar against food-borne pathogenic bacteria including Escherichia coli O157:H7. Journal of Food Protection. 1998;61(8):953-9.
[5] Lete I, Allue J. The effectiveness of ginger in the prevention of nausea and vomiting during pregnancy and chemotherapy. Integrative Medicine Insights. 2016;11:11-17.
[6] Hanafy MSM, Hatem ME. Studies on the antimicrobial activity of Nigella sativa seed (black cumin). Journal of Ethnopharmacology. 1991;34(2-3):275-78.
[7] Malangu N. Risk factors and outcomes of food poisoning in Africa. Intech Open. 2016. Retrieved from www.intechopen.com/books/significance-prevention-and-control-of-food-related-diseases/risk-factors-and-outcomes-of-food-poisoning-in-africa
