How to Reintroduce Food After Food Poisoning

According to the Centers for Disease Control, food-borne illnesses, frequently called food poisoning, affect 76 million people in the United States annually. Food poisoning typically consists of 24 to 48 hours of nausea and vomiting as a result of parasites, bacteria and viruses. Improper food-handling techniques at any stage of food production and preparation are primary causes of the affliction and in many cases serious dehydration can result. Consult a physician for cases lasting longer than 48 hours, particularly in young children, the elderly and pregnant women.

Things You'll Need

• Liquids
• Bland foods (such as bread, rice, crackers)

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Instructions

Reintroduce foods after food poisoning

• 1

  Give your stomach some time to settle. Once it does, begin to reintroduce liquids. This will help prevent dehydration.

• 2

  Take small sips of water or suck on ice chips. Clear sodas, diluted sports drinks and broth may be consumed in addition to or instead of water.

• 3

  Eat small amounts of bland foods as your stomach condition improves. Crackers, rice, bread and bananas are typically suggested as foods that are easy on the stomach.

• 4

  Add bland, lean meats, such as chicken, to your diet as the severity lessens.