diarrhea?

"dan (ingatlah kisah) Ayub, ketika ia menyeru Tuhannya:

"(Ya Tuhanku), sesungguhnya aku telah ditimpa penyakit dan
Engkau adalah Tuhan Yang Maha Penyayang di antara semua penyayang." "
- Surah Al Anbiyaa' -
Dear my friend, the lil' girl.....
Everything happens for a reason.
Nothing happens by chance or by means of good or bad luck.
Illness, injury, love, lost moments of true greatness and sheer stupidity.
All occur to test the limits of your soul.
Without these small test,
if they be events, illness or relationships,
life would be like a smoothly paved, straight, flat road to nowhere.
So make every day count.
Appreciate every moment &
take from it everything that you possibly can,
for you may never be able to experience it again.....
XoXo, ain

Assalamualaikum,
i had a leave today..........
why? because m having diarrhea!
dah jumpa doctor tadi,
had to buy few medicine
(tak sukalah kene makan obat............)
urhm, today taknak type banyak,
just wanna share these infos that i googled up tadi --------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Top Eight Things to Eat When You Are Having Diarrhea

(source : about.com)

1. Bananas

Bland and easily digested, bananas are a good choice to settle an upset digestive system. The high level of potassium in bananas helps to replace electrolytes that may be lost by severe bouts of diarrhea. Bananas are also rich in pectin, a soluble fiber that helps to absorb liquid in the intestines and thus move stool along smoothly. Bananas also contain a good amount of inulin, another soluble fiber. Inulin is a prebiotic - a substance that promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria (probiotics) in the intestinal system.

2. White Rice and Mashed Potatoes

Talk about comfort food! Due to their low-fiber content, these starches are easily digested way up high in the GI tract. Eat your rice and potatoes plain; butter has a high fat content which could be irritating to your system and contribute to intestinal cramping.

3. Applesauce

Like bananas, apples are a good source of pectin. However, the high fiber in raw apples makes them too rough for a dicey intestinal system. Cooking the apples makes them easier on your system to digest, thus allowing you to benefit from the pectin, sugar and other nutrients that lie within.

4. White Toast and Crackers

When your intestines are acting normally, it is important to eat whole grain products. When you are experiencing acute diarrhea, it is better to turn to processed wheat foods. The removal of the outer husk of the grains in these foods results in easier digestion. As an added bonus, the salt (sodium) in crackers will be beneficial in terms of restoring the electrolyte balance.

5. Yogurt

It is generally recommended that dairy products should be avoided during acute diarrhea episodes. Yogurt is a major exception to this rule. Look for yogurt that contains live or active cultures, or more specifically Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacterium bifidum. These active cultures are probiotics and they appear to help to establish a healthier balance of bacteria in the digestive tract.

6. Steamed Chicken

Due to its bland nature, steamed white meat chicken is an easily digested source of protein, thus providing a fairly safe way to get some nutrients into your body. Butter and oils are very hard on a delicate system, so avoid deep-fried or sautéed preparations.

7. Blueberries

Reportedly dried blueberries have a long history of use in Sweden as a treatment for diarrhea. Dr. Varro Tyler in his book, Herbs of Choice recommends either chewing dried blueberries or making a tea by boiling crushed dried blueberries for about ten minutes.

The helpfulness of blueberries for diarrhea appears to be due to the fact that they contain tannins which act as an astringent, contracting tissue and reducing inflammation and secretion of liquids and mucous. Blueberries also contain substances called anthocyanosides, which have antibacterial properties, as well as being a good source of antioxidants. Lastly, blueberries are another source of the soluble fiber pectin.

8. Tea

Okay, this is a drink, but talk about soothing! There is nothing like sipping on a warm cup of tea for a feeling of comfort. Two teas in particular are especially good for quieting a diarrhea episode: Peppermint and Chamomile.

• Peppermint Tea: Peppermint has a soothing effect on the gastrointestinal system. It is thought to calm and relax the muscles along the intestinal tract, thus reducing spasms. Peppermint also seems to be effective in reducing intestinal gas.
• Chamomile Tea: Chamomile is a flowering herb. Chamomile tea appears to be effective in reducing intestinal inflammation and calming intestinal spasms.

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What Not to Eat for Diarrhea

(source : about.com)

1. Fatty Foods

Foods with a high fat content can speed up intestinal contractions and cause a reaction to a system that is already sensitized. Therefore, try not to eat anything that is greasy, fried, creamy, or covered in gravy.

2. Dairy Products

Even if you don’t suffer from lactose intolerance, it might be a good idea to avoid dairy products for a while after suffering from a bout of diarrhea. Diarrhea can cause a lessening of the amount of the enzyme lactase. Lactase is needed in order for the body to digest lactose, the sugar found in dairy products. If this “milk sugar” goes undigested, it can result in further symptoms of gas, bloating, nausea and diarrhea. Here are some common lactose-containing foods:

• Butter
• Cheese
• Ice cream
• Milk
  
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3. Sugar-free Foods

Some artificial sweeteners can have a laxative effect, as well as contribute to gas and bloating. So until you are feeling better, it is best to avoid:

• Diet soda
• Sugar-free candy
• Sugar-free gum
• Sugar substitute packets for coffee and tea
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4. Gas-Producing Foods

Certain vegetables have a well-documented reputation for increasing intestinal gas which could contribute to further diarrhea:

• Beans
• Broccoli
• Cabbage
• Cauliflower
• Onions
• Peas
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5. Alcohol, Caffeine and Carbonated Beverages

For healthy individuals, beverages containing alcohol, caffeine, and carbonation do not generally cause diarrhea. However, each has the potential to be a GI irritant, and thus are probably best avoided until your system returns to normal.

6. Unsafe Foods

Whether you have diarrhea or not, you should always make sure that you only eat food that has been safely washed, prepared and stored. Foods that are not safely prepared and stored put you at risk for a serious gastrointestinal illness. Always observe good food hygiene:

• Wash your hands thoroughly before preparing or eating any food.
• Thoroughly wash all raw fruits and vegetables.
• Clean food preparation surfaces with hot soapy water before and after use.
• Cook all foods to an internal temperature of 160 F.
• Refrigerate or freeze leftovers immediately after eating.

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urhm, apa yang saya kesalkan sekarang ialah :
- perut saya dah tak tahan pedas (i love spicy food!)
- perut saya dah ada gastritis (tak boleh lambat makan sket, nanti pedih....) sedehnye.....................................
doctor pesan tadi daya tahan tubuh saya tengah kurang
sebab exhausted & tak jaga makan, (ye ke?)
ok, maybe sebab stress juga (haa, yang ni betul)
saya nak final exam in less than a month!
ok2, pasni makan yang benar, then study......................
hrrhmmmmmmmm, nak makan apa ya?

p.s: dah bosan dgn food kat sini, rindu masakan mak.............. =(