Ailments & Conditions

What to Eat When You Have Diarrhea

Possible Side Effects of a Diarrhea Diet

Sticking to the diarrhea diet in a long period may increase the risk of nutrient deficiency. For instance, some people experience symptoms of anemia due to low iron intake. They may have short of breath or unusual tiredness. A severe deficiency of vitamin C would result in scurvy, which would subsequently cause skin rashes and gum bleeding. Most foods in the diarrhea diet may slow digestion. This would increase the risk of constipation. What you can do is to drink a lot of water. [10]