An excellent home remedy for diarrhea during pregnancy is cornstarch porridge, however, red guava juice is also a good option.
These home remedies contain substances that regulate intestinal transit and reduce the amount of water eliminated in feces, helping to treat diarrhea. Furthermore, they are free from properties that cause contractions or increase the risk of miscarriage, and can be used during pregnancy. See also: What to eat for diarrhea.
Before using medication for diarrhea, the pregnant woman should consult her obstetrician to find out if she can take something, as diarrhea is often of infectious origin, as in the case of spoiled food, and it is important to eliminate the feces.
Cornstarch porridge
Cornstarch porridge helps to tighten the intestines, making stools more solid.
Ingredients
- 1 glass of milk
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- sugar to taste
Preparation mode
Mix the ingredients while they are still cold and then heat for a few minutes, until it thickens. Eat warm or cold.
Red guava juice
Red guava juice is good for diarrhea because it contains tannin and lycopene, which are substances capable of combating diarrhea and regulating intestinal transit.
Ingredients
- 1 glass of water
- 1 peeled red guava
- sugar to taste
Preparation mode
Place the ingredients in the blender and blend until you obtain a homogeneous mixture. Strain and drink afterwards.
