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home remedy for food poison vomiting - #16296

Pooja

I am in a bit of a panic here! Last night, my whole family got together for dinner, and we had this amazing pasta that I made, but I think I might’ve undercooked the chicken. Now, we’re all sick like no joke! Everyone’s been vomitting non-stop for hours. I am really worried about my kids who are only 6 and 8. I don’t know what else to do besides just letting it run its course, but I was wondering if there's a good home remedy for food poison vomiting? I heard ginger tea works wonders or something, but is that really enough? My stomach is churning too, and I feel nauseous just thinking about it! One of my friends mentioned she used peppermint for her kids when they got sick, but I’m not sure if that actually helps with food poisoning specifically. What's the best home remedy for food poison vomiting, and how can we make sure it works fast? Should I be doing anything else like keeping my kids hydrated? Should I be worried about long-term effects or is this just a phase? I’m just kinda freaking out here because I don’t want them getting dehydrated or worse! Help, please!

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First, let’s address the immediate concern. When it comes to managing food poisoning at home, especially with symptoms like vomiting, the priority is making sure everyone stays hydrated. Dehydration can happen quickly with continuous vomiting, so it’s crucial to replace lost fluids. Start with small sips of water or an oral rehydration solution to prevent further stomach upset. If commercial rehydration solutions aren’t available, a homemade solution can be made by mixing a small amount of salt and sugar into a liter of water. Avoid sugary drinks and juices, which could make symptoms worse.

Ginger and peppermint are common suggestions, as they can help settle the stomach and reduce nausea, but they may not address the vomiting caused by food poisoning specifically. If you want to try ginger, you can brew a weak ginger tea using fresh ginger slices in water, but again, just focus on staying hydrated alongside this. Avoid solid foods until vomiting subsides for a few hours, and then reintroduce light, bland foods like toast or crackers slowly.

For the kids, monitor their output—ensure they’re urinating at least a few times a day and acting relatively normally between bouts of illness. In young children especially, if they aren’t keeping fluids down or show signs of dehydration like dry mouth, decreased urination, or lethargy, seek medical help promptly. These symptoms can worsen quickly in children.

As for long-term effects, mild cases of food poisoning typically resolve on their own within a few days, but swift medical attention is needed if symptoms are severe or persistent. Lastly, thoroughly clean surfaces and any remaining food that may be contaminated to prevent further illness. So, focus on fluids and be vigilant with your kids—if there’s no improvement soon or if you’re worried, don’t hesitate to contact a healthcare provider.

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