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Norovirus Saviors
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items A list of basic supplies, medication, and food to get you through Norovirus!
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BRAT Diet Food & Bev
Misc. Bland Food
Medication
Tools
BRAT Diet Food & Bev
Once your stomach settles enough to eat, these are your physician-approved go-tos. Keep your strength up! Don't stuff yourself or eat too quickly, and you'll probably recover as planned. Don't forget to visit your doctor if nausea/vomiting and diarrh...
Bananas are the B in BRAT. When I'm really sick, I slice them up for some potassium in cold cereal to regulate my electrolytes.
Whole Foods Market | Whatever Makes You Whole
Applesauce is the A in BRAT. It's natural to eat it chilled, but if you eat it at room temperature, it's less likely to upset your stomach.
Whole Foods Market | Whatever Makes You Whole
Bread is the… T? In BRAT? Toast! It's easier to digest in toast form. Dunk it in some green tea!
Whole Foods Market | Whatever Makes You Whole
Rice is the R in BRAT. It's best to go with white rice because it's easier to digest. Less taste (blander) also means less chance of nausea!
Whole Foods Market | Whatever Makes You Whole
Misc. Bland Food
Treat yourself with some fancy shortbread - the go-to cookie for hospitals everywhere!
Whole Foods Market | Whatever Makes You Whole
Recover sports drink is good to sip on. The peach mango flavor works for my stomach when I'm really sick.
Whole Foods Market | Whatever Makes You Whole
Chicken noodle soup is a great way to build up your strength.
Whole Foods Market | Whatever Makes You Whole
Medication
Pick and choose at your discretion based on your symptoms, or, if under the care of a physician, please follow your physician's instructions.
Immodium is what I use when I get a lower intestinal bug. It's good to buy the 24-pack in case the illness is around for the long-haul and you're too weak to make a 2nd trip to get medication.
Imodium Multi-Symptom Relief Caplets, 24 Count
This is the best tasting formula of ZzzQuil. If you're nauseous or your stomach is troubling you, sleep can sometimes be an issue, especially sleeping through the night.
ZzzQuil Soothing Sleep Nighttime Sleep-Aid, 24 FL OZ
Tools
Tools and Supplies to help you through your tough time experiencing this illness.
A non-contact thermometer is the most hygienic way to take your temperature. There's no hassle of cleaning earwax or saliva from the tool when you're already feeling lethargic and lousy.
CVS One Touch Non-Contact Infrared Thermometer
When you're puking and having diarrhea, your blood pressure is in question, whether it runs high or low. It's never a bad idea to have one of these around.
Omron 3 Series Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor
If you're like me, when you get a fever and you lose fluid, you get cold. I have one of these blankets, and it is SO soft and warm.
COZY BLISS Bubble Faux Fur Electric Blanket - Light Grey