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By Vijay Koragappa Shetty

 Travelers diarrhea or TD occurs when a traveller has three or more unformed stools in 24 hours. This is accompanied by abdominal cramps, bloating and nausea. Escherichia coli is common in people suffering from TD. This could be due to contaminated food and water consumption. Travellers often suffer from this TD as they are not sure of how hygienic is the food they eat. He should always check for the expiry date before consuming any food and ensure that the mineral water is sealed properly and is of a good brand.

This diarrhea occurs within the first week of travel, but may occur at any time while traveling. In few cases it can happen after one returns back home from his trip.

Symptoms of TD are:

Symptoms of TD are diarrhea as the name implies, vomiting at times, abdominal cramps, experiences four to five loose or watery bowel movements each day, bloating, low fever, urgency and uneasiness. Dehydration is also common and one should not ignore this as it may lead to death in serious cases.

Eat plenty of natural yoghurt, soy milk and other fermented products which comprises of live Lactobacillus bacteria during your treatment. These bifido bacteria help to restore the stocks of friendly bacteria in the large intestine and gut. It thus fights the disease causing bacteria like salmonella and others. Diarrhea is caused due to bad bacteria such as Salmonella, Campylobacter, Yersinia, Aeromonas, and Plesiomonas spp. Sometimes Cryptosporidium and Giardia lamblia may also be responsible for it.

Over the counter antimotility agents have been helpful in treating travelers’ diarrhea by decreasing the duration of diarrhea. However, these agents should never be used by travellers who are suffering from fever or bloody diarrhea, because they can increase the severity of disease by delaying clearance of causative organisms.

As travellers suffering from TD experience dehydration, oral rehydration therapy proves to be beneficial to replace lost fluids and electrolytes. There is a need for proper water quality management systems in hotels and resorts. Travellers should also take some safety measures when they travel to a foreign country. Always make sure that the water or food you consume is safe. Do not eat anything on the roadside, go to hotels which are hygienic. Drink plenty of water. Eat curds, but do not eat packed curds which are expired. Avoid salads and half cooked meat. Unpasteurised milk and seafood should be avoided. dairy products, mayonnaise and pastry icing consumption can increase the symptoms of TD. Therefore avoid it.

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Better Digestive System
Enhanced In Several Ways!

By Gyan K

 Eating food products rich in fibre allays your digestive problems such as constipation, bloating of stomach or uneasiness. Get a normal bowel movement and continue to have proper bowel movements. It is said that people who have a bowel movement at least once in a day is said to have good digestive system. Frequent bowel movement is also not considered normal, this might be due to diarrhea.

Insoluble fibers stimulate intestinal functioning for proper stool excretion. It absorbs water and facilitates good digestion. Add fruits and vegetables in your diet and have them regularly. Exercise or walk every day in the morning alleviates your digestive problems and keeps constipation away from your life. It will be away from you for as long as you follow the above tips.

Water consumption is also very essential. No one will suffer from constipation problems if he has a good portion of water every day. Ideally it is considered to be 2-3 litres daily. It is better to have water as soon as you get up from bed and it should be before brushing your teeth. Dont eat anything before or after thirty minutes of water intake. Fruit juices or other fluids can also help you.

Soluble fibre and insoluble fibre both are good for digestive system. Soluble fibre is found in fruits and vegetables and insoluble fibre is found in cereals, whole wheat bread, wheat grain etc. Keep your intestines healthy and in good shape by consuming right portion of both soluble and insoluble fibre. Do not consume too much of fibre as it may lead to gas. Also avoid too much of fibre all of a sudden, be sure to take fibre in your diet in different intervals rather than having at once. Dietary fiber comprises of carbohydrates where their polysaccharides were arranged in different fashions. The four basic fibers are cellulose, hemicellulose, lignin and pectin. Gum, mucilage and pectin are categorised as soluble fibre while hemicellulose, lignin and cellulose are categorised as insoluble fiber.These insoluble fibres prevent the re-absorption of estrogen, cholesterol, and toxins. It is essential to understand that not all insoluble fibres are good. Certain food products like lentils, potatoes, cabbage, corn, bananas and broccoli are good insoluble fibres.

Linseeds, Chinese green tea, Psyllium husks, Fenugreek can be consumed with lots of water every day. The exterior part of aloevera can be consumed on a daily basis to keep your digestive problems at bay.

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Moving Your Pets Overseas

By Gerry Lamb

 There are lots of guidelines and issues you should follow and take into consideration when moving your pets overseas.

The first thing you have to know is if your pet will be allowed in that destination. Keep in mind that some countries do not allow pets to be brought in. For those who do, they require a health certificate from your veterinarian. Included in the certificate are records that show that your pet is rabies-free and has been vaccinated.

Once you got all these, you also need to know the duration with which the permit will remain valid. If it is only good for a few months, then you can inquire where you can get the following entry permits so that you will not violate any of the laws in the country.

Breed and age are also a major consideration. There are countries that require pets to be quarantined for a period of time before they are brought to their owners. This is because there is some breed of animals that are considered safe and some are not. The best thing to do is check with the consulate of that country so you will know the specifications that they have regarding quarantine.

If all these are not enough to cause you headaches, the cost will. The fee for quarantine in that country is charged to you. If your pet is required to be placed in a quarantine facility, make sure that you check out that certain first before agreeing.

Check out the cleanliness of the area, the care they provide and the staff that will cater to your pet’s needs. Oftentimes, there are a number of facilities available around the country. If you were given the option of choosing one, opt for the best one you can find. It will be your assurance that your pet will remain safe and in capable hands.

It can be noted that there are a lot of issues regarding the transport of pets from one country to another. One issue is about the sedation that is given to these animals in order for them to be boarded on planes.

Many animal deaths are attributed to the effects that sedation can cause. If you feel that you pet is capable of being transported without any incident, you must therefore inform the veterinarians about this. They are not really required to use sedation in case some pets show good behavior and obedience during the course of the transport.

Another issue that veterinary associations are concerned about is the pressure of the confined spaces and altitude that the animals are subjected to if they are boarded in airplanes.

There are animals that do not easily adapt the chance in their usual environment. If you feel that your pet is not acting like its usual self, seek the help of a veterinarian immediately. They will be able to tell you the cause of that behavior and may even require some medications to counter them.

The rules and regulations, along with the effects of the transport are enough reasons to discourage your from moving your pets overseas. But if you think of the alternative of never seeing your pet again, then all these measures will be worth it once you and your pet have finally settled down in your new home.

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