Soothe an upset stomach naturally

You don’t have to let GI issues keep you from enjoying your favorite activities. Research shows that a few simple tricks can ease everything from constipation to diarrhea to gas pains without the need for over-the-counter medications. Here’s what works:

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For diarrhea

Savor plain pasta and chicken. Carbohydrates such as pasta, bread and rice, along with lean proteins like baked chicken, fish or tofu, can be your BFFs when battling diarrhea. “These foods make for more formed stools and aren’t likely to irritate your stomach,” says gastroenterologist Angela K. Pham, M.D.

• For constipation