What should I not eat in Bali to avoid Bali belly?

How can you avoid Bali Belly?
  • Sushi.
  • Unpasteurised dairy products milk/cheese/ice cream.
  • Raw and peeled fruit and vegetables.
  • Green leafy vegetables like spinach or lettuce.
  • Sauces or mayonnaise.
  • Street vendor food.
  • Buffet food.
  • Food that was hot but has been left to cool.




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Be picky about where you eat In general, you need to be careful with consuming raw fruits and vegetables because occasionally they are washed with tap water – but, if you're eating at nice restaurants in Bali, or at a resort, you are going to successfully avoid Bali Belly . And don't worry about ice!

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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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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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Bland diet is a way to go, options are those easily digested foods. You can eat soup and stews, bananas, potatoes, rice, bone broth or clear soup, apples and applesauce, also white bread. The key is to consume simple carbohydrates, minerals from vegetables, fiber and salt.

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Yes, Bali belly happens. But NO it does not happen to everyone, and YES you can easily prevent it happening to you by preventing and being prepared to fight any indigestion/stomach issues that come up while traveling!

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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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Here are some examples of over-the-counter medications for travelers diarrhea that you may find in Bali:
  1. IMODIUM (loperamide): This medication helps reduce the frequency and severity of diarrhea by slowing down the digestive system. ...
  2. DIATABS: or similar Antidiarrheal.


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Taking probiotics, which are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your gut health, can help prevent Bali belly. They can be found in supplement form or in certain foods such as yogurt. Taking probiotics can help prevent and treat Bali belly by restoring the balance of good bacteria in your gut.

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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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On average, 30% to 50% of tourists are affected by 'Bali belly' during their vacations. 'Delhi belly', 'Montezuma's revenge', and 'Traveller's diarrhoea' are just some of the other names for similar cases. No matter what you call it, even the most well-travelled person can succumb to the unfortunate belly ache.

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