Home remedies for intestinal bug?

The traditional remedy is the so-called, BRAT diet. That is Bannanas, Rice, Applesauce and Toast. This will bind the diarrhea and reduce it. Flat ginger ale or coke syrup on shaved ice can be effective to reduce the vomiting. In serious cases, medical attention can become necessary as dehydration is dangerous. Gatorade cut in half with water is effective in re-hydration and restoring electrolytes. This half-and-half mixture is sold for children under the brand name Pedialyte.