Diarrhea

Nutrients connected to Diarrhea

A link means the body needs the nutrient for this, or that low intake is linked to it. It does not mean extra supplements help if your intake is already adequate; each link shows how strong the evidence is.

• Vitamin AClinically supported

  In children aged 6 months to 5 years where deficiency is common, supplements cut diarrhoea deaths by 12% and diarrhoea cases (low-certainty). Does not apply to well-fed children.

• MagnesiumDocumented risk

  Higher amounts of magnesium taken short term can cause diarrhoea and cramping; magnesium is also used in laxatives.

• ElderberryDocumented risk

  Raw or unripe berries and other plant parts can cause severe diarrhea.

• Aloe veraDocumented risk

  Oral aloe latex can cause diarrhea and cramps.

• SennaDocumented risk

  Diarrhoea is a common side effect and can lead to low potassium.

• Cascara sagradaDocumented risk

  Diarrhoea and belly pain are listed side effects.

• Vitamin B5Documented risk

  Large doses may possibly cause diarrhea.

• ZincDocumented risk

  Large supplement amounts may cause diarrhea, cramps and vomiting.

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