Now’s the time to lean in to your love for white rice. “You may be wired to go for whole grain, high fiber options when it comes to carbs — but trust me when I say that gentle is best when your tummy is uneasy,” Stamm says. Since it’s low in fiber, white rice is easy to digest, and its starchy quality may help turn loose stools into firmer ones.
Getting a bit of protein is important, even when you’re feeling icky, but reach for things like chicken or fish, which are easier to digest and prepared plainly compared to fattier red meat. “Unseasoned proteins can be a good addition to your plain white rice or a baked sweet potato,” Stamm says.