* eat yogurt
* Studies suggest that eugenol, a compound in basil, can keep your gut safe from pain, [[nausea]], cramping, or diarrhea by killing off bacteria such as Salmonella and Listeria.
*pectin increases viscosity and volume of stool so that it is used against constipation and [[diarrhea]]. (pectins found in apples : 1–1.5%, [[apricot]] : 1%, cherries : 0.4%, oranges : 0.5–3.5%, carrots : 1.4%, citrus peels : 30% )
== Warnings ==