Infectious diarrhea

• Wash your hands frequently with soap and water, or with an alcohol-based gel is the most effective sure prevent contagion (especially before eating, during food preparation and in the bathroom);
• Do not drink thewater from a source of unknown purity (boil water for at least 1 minute or use an appropriate water filter);
• Always keep the perishable food in the refrigerator ;
• Avoid buffets where food remains at room temperature for a long time;
• Monitor and respect the expiration date food ;
• Isolate yourself or isolate her child during the illness, since the virus is very contagious;
• For people at risk, consume preferably pasteurized dairy products. The pasteurization kills bacteria with heat.

Traveler’s diarrhea

• Drink water, soft drinks or beer straight from the bottle. Drink tea and coffee prepared with boiled water;
• Avoid ice cubes;
• Sterilize the water by boiling it for at least 5 minutes or by using filters or water purifiers;
• Brush your teeth with bottled water;
• Eat only fruit that you can peel yourself;
• Avoid salads, raw or undercooked meat, and dairy products.

Diarrhea associated with taking antibiotics

• Take antibiotics only if absolutely necessary;
• Strictly follow the instructions given by the doctor regarding the duration and dose of antibiotics.

Make sure you rehydrate (see below).