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Posted 1/2/2011 7:57 PM (GMT -5)
Hi - I am just coming off of a 4 month flare still tapering with cortenemas.  I have had the stomach bug for 2 days.  In the past if I get the stomach flu/virus I usually start flaring.  Does anyone have any suggestions on how to prevent a flare after a stomach virus?

Thank you!

Stacy

Posted 1/2/2011 8:03 PM (GMT -5)
big time probiotics....you should be on them regardless. But if you are taking them, double the dosage.
Fibre supplements...can aid in absorbing and eliminating invaders/bugs, etc.
They also help to strengthen the workings of the probiotics.

q
Posted 1/3/2011 7:55 AM (GMT -5)
Fiber supplements are confusing to me! I thought that you needed it when you were constipated but I often read on here that it will help bulk your stool. I am primarily having severe D.

I am already taking VSL at the maximum recommended dose - should I take more?

Thank you!
Posted 1/3/2011 12:48 PM (GMT -5)
You can delete your second post...just click on the x in the upper right hand.

Regarding the fibre supplements, yes, they bulk the stool for diarrhea. I originally used the metamucil smooth with a half glass of water between meals.
No glass of water afterward chaser...it helped a lot.

Max of vsl is 4 a day?

I wouldn't think to up the vsl if it's 4...

What makes you believe you had a stomach bug...did you have vomitting?

q
Posted 1/3/2011 1:51 PM (GMT -5)
I will try the metamucil. Yes vomiting and D and my children both had it as well.

Thank you!
Stacy
Posted 1/3/2011 2:44 PM (GMT -5)
Second the suggestion to increase probiotics. In particular, I've had good luck with Natren's powdered, non-dairy Bifido Factor after a stomach virus.
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