If you have severe diarrhea that lasts more than a few hours, it is typically wise to make a doctor's appointment or visit an urgent care facility for treatment. But milder, short-lived diarrhea can often be treated at home. In fact, there are a few natural and herbal remedies that can help ease mild diarrhea. Check them out below.

Chamomile Tea

Chamomile tea is best known as a sleep aid, but it can also help calm your digestive tract. If you have any reason to suspect your diarrhea is caused or made worse by anxiety, this is a great remedy to try. Simply brew a cup of chamomile tea, and sip it slowly. Avoid adding milk or sugar to it, as these additions could worsen your stomach irritation. For best results, keep sipping chamomile tea throughout the day, even once your initial diarrhea passes. This will reduce your chances of the diarrhea coming back.

Ginger

Ginger has long been used as a general remedy for stomach and gastrointestinal irritation of all sorts. If your diarrhea is accompanied by gas, bloating, or heartburn, this is a great remedy to try. If you can find some candied ginger, simply nibble on a few pieces. If you have fresh ginger, the best way to enjoy it is often to brew a tea. You can pour some boiling water over finely sliced ginger, let it steep, and then sip the liquid. Some health food stores also sell ginger capsules, which can work well for mild diarrhea and GI upset.

Psyllium Husks

Psyllium husks are a common supplement used to add fiber to the diet. Taking a dose when you have diarrhea can help absorb some of the excess fluid in your colon, making your stools more solid. This remedy will generally take a few hours to work since it has to pass through your intestines before it can really take action. So feel free to combine it with one of the other diarrhea remedies on the list. Also, make sure you drink plenty of water when taking psyllium husk supplements. Diarrhea makes you prone to dehydration, and psyllium husks also absorb a lot of fluid.

All three of these natural remedies are good ones to keep on hand, not only for mild diarrhea but also for other GI ailments and nausea. If your diarrhea does not clear up soon, contact your doctor for more intensive care.

Contact a clinic like Gastro Health to learn more.