How do I prepare my stomach for international travel?

Make sure your pre-travel diet includes plenty of fiber, which makes stools softer and more comfortable to pass. Foods high in fiber include many fruits, like apples (with the skin), raspberries, and pears; beans; and whole-grain foods such as bran cereal.



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These drugs are usually taken shortly before a flight. They include: Anti-anxiety medication, such as diazepam (Valium) or alprazolam (Xanax). Motion sickness medication, such as dimenhydrinate (Dramamine).

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Over-the-counter medicines
  • Diarrhea medicine (Imodium or Pepto-Bismol)
  • Antacid.
  • Antihistamine.
  • Motion sickness medicine.
  • Cough drops, cough suppressant, or expectorant.
  • Decongestant.
  • Pain and fever medicine (acetaminophen, aspirin, or ibuprofen)
  • Mild laxative.


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Most people improve within 1 to 2 days without treatment and recover completely within a week. However, you can have multiple episodes of traveler's diarrhea during one trip.

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Below are some tips to help prevent or manage jet lag.
  1. Adjust to a new time zone by following the local sleep and meal schedules as soon as possible.
  2. Listen to your body and rest when needed.
  3. Avoid drinking too much alcohol.
  4. Eat well-balanced meals and avoid overeating.
  5. Exercise as much as you can.


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  • Do not eat raw fruits and vegetables unless you peel them. ...
  • Do not eat raw leafy vegetables (e.g., lettuce, spinach, cabbage) because they are hard to clean.
  • Do not eat raw or rare meats.
  • Avoid uncooked or undercooked shellfish.
  • Do not buy food from street vendors.
  • Eat hot, well-cooked foods.


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