What foods to avoid after Bali belly?

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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Your poor belly will be in turmoil, so don't make matters any more unpleasant by eating spicy, rich food, drinking caffeinated beverages or alcohol, and eating fruit or fermented foods. All of these foods are likely to cause further bloating, dehydration, diarrhoea or digestive turmoil generally.

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Unless you know it's a reputable venue, salads and raw foods are typically a no-go, as they're often rinsed in tap water. Fruit that has been pre-chopped or packaged is also risky, as there is a greater chance it's been handled.

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Some people believe that drinking Yakult for a few weeks before travelling and while in Bali will increase the good bacteria in their gut to fight off any nasty stomach bugs. This is not medically proven so still take all other precautions.

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Coke or soda water is not recommended to be consumed when we have Bali Belly. Drinking Coke or soda water could worsen the irritation in our bowels, and Coke could also make us feel more bloated. Mineral water with added sugar can be then consumed to replace soda water when we suffer from Bali Belly.

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The tap water in Bali isn't recommended for drinking, so avoid it and stick to sealed bottled water. That includes steering clear of more than you might think, including ice in drinks, brushing your teeth with tap water, ingesting water in the shower, and food that has been washed in tap water.

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You'll find plenty of Italian restaurants in Bali, serving up everyone's favourites like pizzas and pastas from nonna's kitchen, as well as contemporary inventions for the adventurous, fine-dining foodies.

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We have compiled a list of the top five most popular edible mementos from Bali guaranteed to have your family or friends asking you for more.
  • 1 | Sarang walet (Edible swiftlet nests) ...
  • 2 | Pie Susu (Milk Pie) ...
  • 3 | Jam and honey. ...
  • 4 | Kopi Kintamani (Kintamani Coffee) ...
  • 5 | Kacang Kapri (Roasted Peanuts)


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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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The water in Bali is perfectly safe to shower in. The same goes for washing your hands. It is not necessary to use purified water to wash yourself.

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