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Blackberry Brandy
Posted by Molly (Madison, USA) on 04/12/2008
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For SERIOUS seemingly intractable diarrhea, take one shot glass of blackberry brandy. I learned this decades ago from a neighbor whose grandmother would but one-eighth TEASPOON, an infintesimal amount in the baby bottle for youngsters whose diarrhea hung on for many days.
The stuff is STRONG, it's an old folklore remedy which almost always works, for anybody, any age, any reason.
For long term loose stools with intermittent diarrhea, try a wheat-free gluten free diet for a month. Research this online, as wheat is hidden "everywhere," for instance there is apparently only one spice company which does NOT add wheat flour to its spices --- SO, you see, it's VERY easy to be exposed to wheat gluten in processed foods or eating in restaurants, no matter what one orders.
HIGH dose biotin can be "miraculous" for some folks -- get the FIVE-MILLIGRAM bottles at the health food store. I was amazed the first time that I swallowed 25-MILLIGRAMS of biotin, as that "expensive" bottle of this B-Vitamin was certainly cheaper than the many medical tests.
For a long term solution, massive supplementation with very large amounts of acidophilus has been successful.
Replied by Cheryl
(California)
03/12/2021
Blackberry Juice
Posted by Casondra (Denham Springs, La) on 08/16/2009
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I would like to add that blackberry juice is great for diarrhea in children. It works for adults as well. Boil fresh or frozen blackberries, strain. Let cool before drinking.I often make a large batch and freeze it so we always have it on hand.
Replied by Lisa
(Mid, Michigan)
12/27/2010
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Blackstrap Molasses, Baking Soda
Posted by Mary Lou (Harwich, MA) on 11/24/2007
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When I was a little girl if I had an upset stomach my grandmother would mix up black strap molasses and a small amount of baking soda. She would wait for a while as it puffed up and then would give me a spoonful. It always worked , so I tried recently and after 45 years it still does.
Blueberries
Posted by Melissa (San Diego, Ca, Usa) on 02/03/2012
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Blueberries, especially dried blueberries, will stop diarrhea--if you want to stop it. Sometimes it might be a good idea to purge the offending... Whatever. But other times, if you are suffering travelers' diarrhea, an overdose of Vitamin C, or too much gourmet coffee (which can have 8x the caffeine of regular coffee) a serving of blueberry yogurt, or a blueberry muffin might set you right again.
Blueberries
Posted by TAN KOON PENG (SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE) on 06/20/2008
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Blueberries are effective for severe diarrhea. China brown sugar is useful for diarrhea too.
Boiled Milk
Posted by Gus (Ireland) on 01/31/2017
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To cure diarrhoea my father said, boil cows milk, add a pinch of salt and pepper and full fat natural butter, then drink. It works. I don't know why.
Boiled Milk
Posted by Lou (Tyler, Tx) on 08/18/2015
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My mom used to boil milk and make us drink it after it cools. It tastes awful and do not add sugar. Just hold your nose and drink it. It works like a charm!
Boiled Milk
Posted by Amanda (Osburn, Idaho, USA) on 09/05/2009
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I was once told by my great grandmother this, I tried it and it worked---I couldn't believe it, I couldn't tell you why it works, it just does.
To stop diarrhea boil two cups of whole milk (IT HAS TO BE WHOLE MILK).
Let it cool to a drink able stage.
It forms a skim of "skin" on top as it cools on the surface---peel it off.
Drink it.
I have had it work every time for me.
Boiled Milk
Posted by Carole (Bridgewater, Nova Scotia) on 12/19/2008
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This quick, safe and easy "cure" for diarrhea is ideal for adults, children and even babies. It is a remedy passed down through generations and never fails. I've used it myself, for my son, my husband and just about everyone I've ever known has found relief. What is it? Boiled milk. Simply measure out a cup of regular milk on the stove (not in the microwave) and bring just to a boil. Allow to cool and remove the skin off the top. You can drink it while it's still a bit warm. Ideally you would use 2% milk or even homo (skim milk might be too 'thin'). If you have diarrhea with gas, nausea and/or lots of gut noises, add a few pinches of ginger powder to the milk while heating it. For babies, they should be at an age where they can drink cow's milk. A cup of boiled milk should be enough for anyone at any age and you can drink as much as you want. Why the milk works only when boiled is a mystery to me - but it's easy enough for anyone to try and tastes good too. Results should be within an hour or less.
Boiled Milk
Posted by Carole (Bridgewater, Nova Scotia) on 12/19/2008
★★★★★
This quick, safe and easy "cure" for diarrhea is ideal for adults, children and even babies. It is a remedy passed down through generations and never fails. I've used it myself, for my son, my husband and just about everyone I've ever known has found relief. What is it? Boiled milk. Simply measure out a cup of regular milk on the stove (not in the microwave) and bring just to a boil. Allow to cool and remove the skin off the top. You can drink it while it's still a bit warm. Ideally you would use 2% milk or even homo (skim milk might be too 'thin'). If you have diarrhea with gas, nausea and/or lots of gut noises, add a few pinches of ginger powder to the milk while heating it. For babies, they should be at an age where they can drink cow's milk. A cup of boiled milk should be enough for anyone at any age and you can drink as much as you want. Why the milk works only when boiled is a mystery to me - but it's easy enough for anyone to try and tastes good too. Results should be within an hour or less.
Brat Formula
Posted by Kristina D. (WVC Ut.) on 03/03/2020
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I love your sitet Thank you so much for it has helped so many times. I was just looking up for Diarrhea and noted the Brats formula which I have used for myself and others many times is written incorrectly. It says; (While you are suffering with diarrhea, eat simply. The traditional BRAT diet is a good one. (Bread, rice (white), applesauce, toast.) Dairy products, fried foods, and spicy foods are best avoided until the diarrhea problem is resolved.) It should say;"BANANA" rice, applesauce and toast. I use the baby cereal Non GMO Organic Whole Grain Rice cereal. That way it is always ready to go. Also Dry Baby food Banana should work too.
Bratt Diet
Posted by Chandra (Hammond, USA) on 09/15/2007
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Cure Diarrhea: Children and Adults -- The BRATT diet:
Bananas
Rice
Applesauce
Toast
Tea
Obviously as plain as you can tolerate... I found the best meal (tolerable) was plain rice (obviously cooked), plain toast, and chamomile tee... bananas for "snacks"
Within 24 hours my daughter's (then 2yo) and mine had stopped. We were also nauseated and within 2 days, or 24 hours after the "runs" stopped, we were able to tolerate soup... then other things
Bread Pudding
Posted by Nicole (Jacksonville Florida) on 06/27/2006
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My mom told me to try bread pudding for my daughter who was 5 at the time for diarrhea. I had no idea how to make so I just winged it. My mom told me the milk had to be scorched so I boiled enough milk to cover the bottom of the pot until it seemed to be over cooked and cubed a piece or two of bread, crust and all, put some cinnamon and brown sugar in, mixed it until it was thick and gooey and not only did she love it, her diarrhea was gone. Even my mom was shocked when I told her it worked. Any time my daughter has any signs of diarrhea, I make it for her and it's worked every time. I hope this helps!
Brown Sugar
Posted by TAN KOON PENG (SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE) on 06/22/2008
China Brown sugar is effective for diarrhea, vomit and stomache.
Burnt Toast Charcoal
Posted by Dennis (Grand Forks, N.d.) on 08/08/2011
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From the military I learned about charcoal for the runs. Hence if plagued by this nuisance, I put some bread in the toaster, burn it, apply butter & jam liberaly, eat & within 2 hours all symptoms are gone. Cheapest remedy ever.
Replied by Mrs. Betty
(Colorado)
04/15/2018
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