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What drinks to avoid with diarrhea?

I have diarrhea. What drinks to avoid with diarrhea?

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Sugary drinks can often make diarrhea worse, avoid high sugar drinks, including soda. Diarrhea can dehydrate a body quickly. Drink plenty of fluids, like pedialyte or other electrolyte replacement water. A good diet to follow is B.R.A.T (banannas, rice, apples/applesauce, toast). this temporary diet during diarrhea episodes will help diminish both diarrhea and vomitting, make the stool more firm and aid in proper bowel function.