Loose motion aka Diarrhea is a medical condition that is characterized by the recurrent passage of watery stools that are loose and unformed. In most cases, loose motions are caused by a viral or bacterial infection that upsets the natural balance of the digestive system.A digestive system related disorder can also lead to loose motions. And in rare cases, food poisoning can cause side effects like loose motions. Loose motions are in fact considered as the body’s way to expel certain toxins from the body before something serious happens.
As such, it is considered to be a natural mechanism that can prevent your body from contracting a more serious illness in the future. However, the symptoms of the condition (including dehydration, vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, watery stools, abdominal cramps, loss of appetite and fever etc.) can become unbearable at times.
Various Home Remedies For Loose Motion
This is where home remedies come into the picture! The symptoms of loose motion can be effectively curbed with certain home remedies, the more common of which are given below.
Keep Your Body Hydrated
Loose motions would lead to plenty of water being lost from the body. The best way to replenish the water levels and remain hydrated is to drink plenty of water during this period. In addition to being extremely soothing on the irritated stomach walls, water can effectively flush out the toxins and pathogens causing the condition as well. It is recommended that you drink at least 10 cups of cold water at regular intervals throughout the day during this period. You can also opt for fresh fruit and vegetable juices to replenish the water levels in your body. Note: Do not drink apple and prune juice which are known for their laxative properties.
Drink OTC Electrolyte Replacement Formulae
Suffering from loose motions would mean that your body would lose out on essential nutrients like potassium and magnesium along with water. Drinking an electrolyte replacement drink that contains an appropriate blend of minerals and fluids can replenish the declined nutrient levels in the body and promote quick recovery from the condition.
Take Mint, Honey And Lemon Concoction
Mint is known to be a very good home remedy for recurrent loose motions, and can be taken in any form. But the best benefits can be obtained from its juice which when mixed in equal parts with honey and consumed, can effectively stop loose motions and reduce their symptoms as well. Make sure you take a tablespoon of this concoction at least thrice every day for quick and effective results.
Gorge On Starchy Foods
An irritate stomach can be easily soothed by eating foods rich in starch. These include rice, carrots, potatoes and tapioca cereals etc. Eating these foods would help curb loose motions and bring down the symptoms of the same quickly and effectively.
Note: Potatoes and carrots need to be boiled and not fried in order to stop loose motions effectively. Adding too much salt or sugar to the dishes can also aggravate the symptoms of the condition. And staying away from foods rich in fiber is considered good as these foods can have laxative effects on the stomach and intestines, and can aggravate the condition instead of curing it.
Drink Buttermilk
Buttermilk is loaded with plenty of healthy bacteria that can fight off the infectious pathogens from the system, thereby effectively treating conditions caused by them, including loose motions. All you need to do is drink a glass of buttermilk at least thrice a day during this period. You can opt to add a pinch of salt to the buttermilk for taste (not advised though). Follow the remedy for at least a couple of days until the symptoms of the condition abate.
Drink Chamomile Tea
Chamomile has potent antispasmodic properties that would soothe the stomach and intestinal walls to a great extent. It is also known as an effective home remedy for intestinal inflammation (which can contribute to loose motions). Therefore, drinking chamomile tea regularly during this period would effectively curb loose motions and provide relief from the symptoms of the same. You can opt to brew the tea using tea bags, or use chamomile flowers for the same. Accordingly, add chamomile flowers (1 teaspoon) and peppermint leaves (1 teaspoon) to a glass of boiling water. Let them steep in the water for about 20 minutes. Cool the resultant solution and drink a cup of it at least three times a day to stop loose motions.
Drink Black Tea
A strong cup of black tea can also stop loose motions quickly. Black tea is loaded with antioxidants that can clear out the toxins causing the condition. The tannins present in black tea also have strong anti-diarrheal effects that can curb loose motions almost instantly.
Drink Orange Peel Tea
Considered to be very effective in treating digestive system related disorders, orange peel tea can be recommended for individuals suffering from loose motions. Peel an orange and chop the peel into small pieces. Place the peels inside a pot and add a pint of boiling water to them. Cover the pot for a few minutes until the water cools down. Strain the resultant tea and drink a cup of it at least twice a day to get relief from loose motions and its symptoms.
Drink Bottle Gourd Juice
Drinking bottle gourd juice regularly can treat loose motions and prevent recurrences as well. A glass of bottle gourd juice every day can also replenish lost water levels in the body during this period. Grind fresh bottle gourd and extract its juice. Add some water to the extract and drink the resultant juice every day for quick and desirable results.
Eat Blueberries
Blueberries are considered as very effective home remedies for loose motions. They contain substances called anthocyanosides and tannins which are known to contain plenty of antibacterial and antioxidant properties that can get rid of the infection causing the condition. Eating raw blueberries during this period can be considered beneficial. You can also opt to make blueberry soup using dried blueberries, and drink the same at least twice a day for extended relief from the symptoms of the condition.
