Medically reviewed by Kumkum S. Patel, MD Diarrhea can often be stopped by using over-the-counter (OTC) medications such as loperamide (Imodium) or bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol). When managing ...

Bland foods, such as applesauce, bananas, crackers, and toast, are good to eat when you have diarrhea. It's also important to stay hydrated with water or tea to replenish lost fluids. Diarrhea is ...

"Probiotics are live microorganisms, often called 'good bacteria,' that help maintain a healthy balance in your gut by promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria and suppressing harmful ones," said ...

Nothing can make you regret eating that gluttonous meal quite like diarrhea. Too much of some common foods can trigger the runs. One of the most common? Sugar substitutes. There's no faster way to ...

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