Soothing Recovery Drink for Food Poisoning
A simple, natural drink designed to help rehydrate the body, soothe an upset stomach, and begin replenishing lost electrolytes during recovery from a mild case of food poisoning. This gentle remedy uses ginger to calm nausea and lemon, salt, and honey to provide comfort and essential minerals.
Equipment
- 1 Mug or heat-safe glass
- 1 Kettle or small saucepan For boiling water.
- 1 Spoon For stirring.
- 1 Knife & Cutting Board Optional, for slicing ginger.Export to Sheets
Ingredients
- 1 cups 12 oz water
- 1 inch fresh ginger peeled and thinly sliced or grated
- 1 pinch sea salt or pink Himalayan salt
- 1 tsp honey (optional, for soothing throat and taste)
- 2 lemon juice of
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Wash and slice/grate the fresh ginger.
- Boil Water: Bring the 1
- 2 cups of water to a boil using a kettle or a small saucepan on the stove.
- Steep Ginger: Place the ginger slices into your mug. Carefully pour the hot water over the ginger. Let it steep for 5-7 minutes.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Stir in the fresh lemon juice, the pinch of salt, and the honey (if using) until everything is fully dissolved.
- Sip Slowly: Allow the drink to cool to a warm, comfortable temperature. Sip it very slowly over the course of 30-60 minutes. Drinking too quickly can further upset your stomach.
- Assess Tolerance: Wait to see how your body tolerates the drink. If you keep it down comfortably, you can continue to sip on water or make another recovery drink later in the day.
Notes
- MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This is a home remedy intended for mild cases of food poisoning. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe symptoms such as a high fever, bloody stool, signs of dehydration (e.g., no urination, extreme thirst, dizziness), or if vomiting/diarrhea persists for more than 24-48 hours.
- Hydration is Key: The most important step in recovery is preventing dehydration. Sip small amounts of clear liquids (water, this drink, oral rehydration solutions) throughout the day.
- BRAT Diet: Once you can tolerate liquids, gradually introduce bland, easy-to-digest foods. Follow the BRAT diet: bananas, plain white rice, applesauce, and dry toast.
- Foods to Avoid: Stay away from dairy products, caffeine, alcohol, and fatty, greasy, or spicy foods until you are fully recovered, as they can irritate your digestive system.
- Rest: Your body needs energy to fight off the bacteria or virus. Get as much rest as possible.