How to Avoid Traveler's Diarrhea

When visiting areas with poor sanitation, avoid traveler's diarrhea by taking extra precautions with water and food.

Things You'll Need

  • Water Filters
  • Bottled Water
  • Iodine Tablets
  • Thermometers
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Instructions

    • 1

      Consider the following safe to drink: commercially bottled water with an unbroken seal, canned or bottled carbonated drinks, beverages made with vigorously boiled water, and wine and beer in their original containers.

    • 2

      Check seals on water bottles carefully; if the seal has been tampered with, the bottle may have been refilled with tap water.

    • 3

      Wipe off the lip of any bottle or can before drinking or pouring from it.

    • 4

      Consider nondisposable glasses and cups unsanitary; drink from original containers and use sanitary straws, or carry your own cups.

    • 5

      Boil untreated water to purify it. Use both a filter and iodine tablets if bottled or boiled water is not available.

    • 6

      Avoid ice, fruit juice and any drinks made with tap water, such as mixed drinks or lemonade.

    • 7

      Brush your teeth with bottled water, and make sure to rinse your toothbrush with bottled water. Try not to swallow water when taking a shower.

    • 8

      Avoid any foods that may be rinsed in water, including salads, raw fruits and raw vegetables. Also stay away from dairy products if there's a question about pasteurization.

    • 9

      Eat meat, poultry and fish only if they are well-cooked, and make sure that cooked food is served hot. Some fish from contaminated waters may be toxic even after cooking; if there is any doubt, do without.

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