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Diarrhea is a common ailment suffered by children and adults alike. It is defined as loose, watery, unformed stools occurring more than three times in one day.

When it comes to treating or preventing diarrhea, diet is an important factor to consider. Diet is important:

• During and after an acute diarrhea attack.
• In helping to diagnose causes of chronic diarrhea.
• In preventing traveler’s diarrhea.
• In treating conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and celiac disease.

Diarrhea diet during and after an acute diarrhea attack
During and shortly after an acute attack of diarrhea, a “Diarrhea diet” should focus on:

• Replacing lost fluids and electrolytes.
• Avoiding certain foods that can make diarrhea worse (such as fried foods).
• Including foods that are easy to digest (such as plain rice).

Read more: An Overview of Diarrhea and Diet