Please provide some do's and don'ts on dealing with the stomach flu.

Ignore: Do feel free to eat anything that sounds good to you, maybe just not in large amounts.

Ignore: Bowel rest and dehydration is the key.

Focus: Focus on electrolyte replacement fluids like gatorade. Small sips. Iced. A shot glass every 30 min.

Ignore: Keep hydrating: 2 types of fluids: 8-10 glasses of Powerade/3-4 bowls of luke warm broth or boullion.

Ignore: It is important to drink small sips of water to avoid becoming dehydrated.

Do: Do try and suck on some ice chips to help hydrate yourself.

Ignore: Only eat (simple carbs) when hungry.Before this,small sips of electrolyte fluids r needed.

Ignore: Plenty of clear liquids, small portions of toast, rice, crackers, no spicy foods or dairy products.

Ignore: The stomach flu is caused by a virus that attacks the walls of the intestinal tract.

Ignore: Staying hydrated is key. The more dehydrated you get, the worse the vomiting can get.

Ignore: Heavy, greasy foods will not agree with you when you have the stomach flu.

Ignore: Avoid using anti-diarrheal agent if you notice blood in your stool. See your doctor ASAP if present.

Ignore: Small sips often as can keep down. Eat only if stomach settled.

Ignore: Some OTC Dramamine (dimenhydrinate) (no Rx needed) and frequent small sips of liquid and rest in a comfortable place.

Ignore: Don't eat and stay hydrated-water,juice,soda.Loperamide for diarrhea.

Ignore: Plenty of water, pedialyte. Avoid milk for 24 hours. Brat diet.