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What causes diarrhea?

There are many diarrhea causes – from the food you eat to the stress in your life; from catching a stomach flu while on vacation to taking medications or simply starting your period.1

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Eating habits and food
Certain foods and drinks can affect your digestive system.
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Food poisoning
Food poisoning can happen at home or on vacation, seriously spoiling any occasion.
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Stress & Anxiety
Stress can disrupt your digestive system and lead to diarrhea.
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Stomach Flu
Acute Gastroenteritis occurs frequently in Canada and can result in diarrhea.
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Menstruation
Hormonal changes during menstruation can cause women to experience diarrhea monthly, in relation to their periods.
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Medications
Some people may experience diarrhea as a result of taking certain medications.
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Do you have IBS-related diarrhea?
IBS can cause diarrhea. Consult your healthcare professional if you think you may have IBS.
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  1. Diarrhea. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases Web site. http://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/health-topics/digestive-dise.... NIH publication 11-2749. January 2011. Updated November 25, 2013. Accessed November 11, 2015.

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