How do I stop my Bali belly?

How can you avoid Bali Belly?
  1. Don't drink tap water.
  2. Don't use tap water to brush your teeth.
  3. Don't use ice made from tap water (though the government-issued ice is fine)
  4. Drink bottled water – carbonated is best.
  5. If you wish to drink tap water, you must boil it continuously for more than 5 minutes first.




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Your first symptom might be a sudden onset of rumbling stomach, bloating or nausea. Other symptoms can include: Loose or watery stools (diarrhoea) Urgency/frequency in going to the toilet.

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Avoid pre-chopped or packaged fruits that may have been sitting out for too long. Too much spicy food can make your stomach upset and make you more likely to get sick from food. Be cautious of dishes labeled as “extra spicy” or “very hot.”

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Learn some ways to treat travelers' diarrhea
  1. Drink lots of fluids. If you get diarrhea, drink lots of fluids to stay hydrated. ...
  2. Take over-the-counter drugs. Several drugs, such as loperamide, can be bought over-the-counter to treat the symptoms of diarrhea. ...
  3. Only take antibiotics if needed.


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While it isn't particularly common, tourists can get Bali belly twice. This is because many different bacteria and viruses are known to cause the ailment, and contracting it once will not make you immune to all of them.

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TREATMENT OPTIONS Antidiarrheal tablets such as Attapulgite with or without kaolin or pectin and activated charcoal can also be helpful. 3,4 Other treatments are usually given for specific symptoms, such as anti-nausea, painkillers or antipyretic (fever reducers).

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To reduce your risks, we recommend not eating these foods in Bali:
  • Food from street vendors - eat at hotels and reputable restaurants.
  • Leafy green vegetables and salads - they could be contaminated after being washed with tap water.
  • Rare or undercooked meats. ...
  • Seafood.
  • Chicken particularly if it's not fully cooked.


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Limit consumption of dairy foods as this can worsen diarrhoea. Avoid alcohol and spicy foods. Seek medical advice from a doctor.

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