Delhi-belly [exclusive] 〈UHD〉

It is a phrase that evokes a mix of laughter and dread. Formally known as Traveler’s Diarrhea (TD), this gastrointestinal affliction is the most common health complaint among visitors to the Indian subcontinent. While the name singles out India’s capital, the condition is a rite of passage for anyone moving from a low-risk region (like North America or Europe) to a high-risk region (South Asia, Southeast Asia, Africa, or Mexico).

So, what exactly is Delhi Belly? Is it inevitable? How do you treat it when you are stuck in a hotel room eight time zones away from your doctor? And most importantly, what are the scientifically proven ways to avoid it without surviving solely on packaged biscuits? delhi-belly

The passage of three or more unformed stools within 24 hours, usually accompanied by at least one of the following: abdominal cramps, nausea, bloating, fever, or urgency. It is a phrase that evokes a mix of laughter and dread