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What is safe to eat after food poisoning?

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Dr. Howard Hack answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes: There's no harm in eating after food poisoning. It's important to keep up with fluids.

Answered 1/13/2012

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Listen to your body: Ideally, start with copious liquids, then add more substantial food as you feel like it. More gentle foods like broths, bland crackers, breads, etc. tend to be well tolerated. There is really no strict code on what not to eat.

Answered 1/14/2018

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