Why does my stomach act up when I travel?

Traveling often involves eating out at local restaurants. This can mean eating more sugar, caffeine, and greasy foods than usual, which can disrupt the composition of bacteria in your gut. This can lead to stomach issues like bloating, constipation, and diarrhea.



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Traveler's diarrhea is a digestive tract disorder that commonly causes loose stools and stomach cramps. It's caused by eating contaminated food or drinking contaminated water.

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You can lower your risk of stomach issues on your next trip by:
  1. Drinking plenty of water.
  2. Eating whole foods whenever possible.
  3. Staying physically active.
  4. Managing emotional and physical Stress.
  5. Being mindful about food habits to avoid overeating.


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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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Gas expands when you go up in altitude, meaning the gas in your tum inflates too. This can cause a distended tum and a pretty uncomfortable bloat. Pairing that with the lack of movement, dehydration and seating position, it can be pretty uncomfortable!

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Your doctor may recommend medicines to help lower your chances of getting sick. Taking 2 tablets of Pepto-Bismol 4 times a day before you travel and while you are traveling can help prevent diarrhea.

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