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| | A few weeks ago, we talked about the safest way to wash dishes to avoid spreading foodborne illnesses. Today, we'll be covering a different angle of that subject: What to eat when you're recovering from a bout of food poisoning. Because even if you're super diligent about cleaning in your own kitchen, there's always the chance you may get sick. | | There are many degrees of food poisoning, but one thing is for sure: It's never fun. Leah Maschino, a registered dietitian at Healthline, is here to help you get nourished as you recover from this unpleasant condition. | | | | Get well,
Ginger Wojcik
Newsletter Editor, Healthline |  | | Written by Ginger Wojcik
August 15, 2024 • 3.5 min read | | | |  | | | Q: | What should I eat after food poisoning? | | | A: | Food poisoning is usually caused by bacteria-contaminated foods. Think: undercooked meat, eggs, unpasteurized dairy products, shellfish, and unwashed fruits and veggies. But it can also be due to eating foods that contain poisonous toxins, including certain mushroom species. Some of the telltale signs are stomach pain, diarrhea, vomiting, and fever.
The very first thing you want to do is throw away the food that upset your stomach in the first place so that no one else gets sick too!
A few hours after the onset of symptoms, you'll want to try to reintroduce fluids to your system. Food poisoning can cause severe dehydration, which can lead to serious complications. Start with small sips of water, electrolytes/sports drinks, broth, or non-caffeinated carbonated drinks, which can help settle your stomach. Once you are able to manage some liquids, start incorporating small amounts of bland foods that are easy to digest and low in both fat and fiber.
My post-food-poisoning go-to foods include some chicken broth (to help with hydration and protein intake), saltine crackers, and occasionally a bubbly water. Once I'm able to keep that all down, I like to have an electrolytes drink and some chicken noodle soup.
I recommend keeping a few of your go-tos on hand to prepare for the dreaded occurrences of food poisoning. To cut down on your risk of getting sick from food at home, make sure to store your food appropriately and practice good food safety habits.
Most food poisoning cases subside within 12 to 48 hours. If your symptoms persist or if you experience blood in your vomit, a high fever, or lingering dehydration symptoms, you should seek immediate medical attention. | | | | | Leah Maschino, Registered Dietitian | | | Want to learn more about food, diets, cooking, or some other nutrition subject? Let us know at nutritionedition@healthline.com and we'll look into it for you! (Heads up, we may use your response in an upcoming newsletter.) | | | | | | | So fresh and so clean | | | | | | |  | | Clorox Free & Clear Multi-Surface Cleaner | | One way to protect against foodborne illnesses is to properly clean kitchen surfaces after cooking. Warm, soapy water is a go-to cleaning solution, but it can also be a good idea to have a cleaning spray on hand. If you prefer to minimize the amount of bleach you use, consider this option from Clorox (which is totally bleach-free). | | | | Every product we recommend has gone through either Healthline's or Optum Store's vetting processes. If you buy through links on this page, we may receive a small commission or other tangible benefit. Healthline has sole editorial control over this newsletter. Potential uses for the products listed here are not health claims made by the manufacturers. Healthline and Optum Store are owned by RVO Health. | | | | | | | | | | | | What we're digesting | | 🟩 Are greens powders worth the money? A Healthline dietitian weighs in. | | 👓 Possible new remedy for dry age-related macular degeneration. A cocktail of over-the-counter antioxidant supplements may slow the progression of this disease. | | 🩺 Early signs and symptoms of diabetic nephropathy. Learn how to get a diagnosis and treatment for this diabetes complication. | | 😩 What causes excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS)? EDS is much more than just feeling fatigued. | | | Thanks for reading, friends! Here's to hoping that we all stay food-poisoning-free. See you on Sunday! | | | Until next time, |  | Take care of yourself, and we'll see
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