[header] How to ease a stomach virus [title] Avoid solid foods for a few hours to let your stomach settle. [step] When you first notice symptoms of the stomach virus, you should allow your stomach to settle. Eating food early on could irritate the stomach lining more, worsening your symptoms. <sep> (A) For a few hours, avoid solid foods. [title] Take small sips of water or chew ice chips. (B) [title] Avoid eating something for at least 10 minutes. [step] Studies have not found that eating for a few hours can relieve stomach symptoms. (C) Trying to eat a solid meal a few hours before your nausea attack will only make symptoms worse. If you feel ill after the onset of the symptoms, stop eating. (D) [substeps] Try to eat a few hours before work or school, particularly if you're feeling sick. Moving around a bit can also minimize your nausea and help your stomach to settle.
A