Chances are that you’re losing a lot of fluids and valuable electrolytes if you have diarrhea. Making sure you stay hydrated not only can help you feel better but also flush out your system more quickly.  Try and get at least 8 ounces of clear liquids every hour. Clear liquids include water, broths, juices and even clear carbonated beverages. Broth and clear soups such as chicken soup and 100% fruit juices are good choices because they will also help replace electrolytes.  Consider carrying your liquid with you in a bottle or Thermos. Let your teacher or the school nurse know why you have it in case there is a problem. For example, say, “I know it’s against policy to have a drink, but I’ve been very sick and need to make sure I’m drinking enough water throughout the day.” You can also ask your parent or a school nurse to provide a note as an explanation for your teacher. Avoid drinking any caffeinated drinks like coffee or black tea. You should also not drink alcohol. If you have diarrhea, your stomach is probably very upset and needs a chance to rest. Eating according to the BRAT diet-- which stands for bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast-- can settle your stomach and intestinal tract as well as replace electrolytes.  Have boiled potatoes, crackers, and gelatin at lunch if you can. Consider carrying your lunch and snacks such as soda crackers can also help ease your stomach. Other good options are bananas, apricots, and sports drinks.  If you bring perishable foods to school, make sure that you can put your lunch in a refrigerator until it's time to eat it. You can also keep your food cold with ice packs in your lunch box. Try eating foods such as soft fruit, vegetables, and cereal if you are feeling better. It’s important to be gentle on your stomach if you are hungry when you have diarrhea. Stay away from spicy, fatty, or fried foods as well as dairy products. These could further upset your stomach and make your diarrhea worse  Avoid adding any spices to your food or eating spicy meals at lunch, such as Mexican food. These can irritate your stomach lining. Ask if there are alternatives to eat and drink for lunch if you can’t find something other than the daily meal and milk. Consider trying an anti-diarrheal medication such as loperamide (Imodium A-D) and bismuth subsalicylate (Pepto-Bismol). These may reduce the number of bowel movements you have and put your mind at ease in class or when you’re walking through the halls.  Be aware that anti-diarrheal medications don’t work for all kinds of diarrhea and may not be safe for children. Take anti-diarrheal medications only if you are sure your diarrhea isn’t caused by a bacteria or parasite and/ or if you are over the age of 12. If not, you may need to see your doctor to get proper treatment. Make sure to follow the packaging instructions if you do take an anti-diarrheal medication. If you don’t, it could make you more sick. Ask your doctor to prescribe a medication such as codeine phosphate, diphenoxylate, or cholestyramine if you have severe diarrhea. These medications should only be used under the supervision of your doctor to prevent serious and potentially life-threatening complications. Moving around too much may also make you feel worse and as though you need to use the bathroom more often. Don’t exert yourself more than you need in classes. Consider sitting out for classes such as gym or extracurricular sports. Take your teachers a note from your parents explaining that you are sick and need to not exert yourself too much. It’s common for your bum to get irritated by wiping too often and rough school toilet paper can make this worse. Keep some soft and moist wipes in your bag to prevent or soothe any discomfort you may have. Try either regular moist wipes or even baby wipes, which are generally gentle on skin. However, don't flush anything except normal toilet paper down the drain, as baby wipes can clog sewers. Put them in a sanitary bin.

Summary: Drink plenty of clear liquids. Eat simple foods. Avoid heavy or spicy foods. Take an anti-diarrheal medication. Take it easy as much as possible. Carry wipes.


Less friction equals less static electricity. Running your fingers through your hair will reduce the amount of friction on your hair, while using a brush can increase it. The more friction and static electricity, the more flyaway hairs. A couple things to note about using shampoo and conditioner to control flyaways:   You don't have to shampoo your hair every day. Shampooing every day is a recipe for dried-out hair. Unless you work in a greasy, sweaty, or dirty place — or your hair desperately needs to be cleaned every day — try to only wash it once every two or three days.   But when you do shampoo, choose an anti-frizz or moisturizing shampoo. Anti-frizz and moisturizing shampoos are packed with moisturizing agents like aloe vera, essentially providing extra safeguards against dryness. When shampooing, focus most of your energy on cleaning your scalp, not drying out your ends. Choose a shampoo that is made for your hair type. For example, if you have curly hair, choose a shampoo that is labeled as curly.  Every time you shampoo, condition. Conditioning your hair helps keep it from drying out and breaking into flyaways and split ends. When you condition, focus mainly on your ends. If you use many styling products in your hair, the build-up over time can cause flyaways. To combat this, use a clarifying shampoo at least once a month. Be sure to condition your hair afterwards. Look for products that have the words "quat" or "amine" in them, as they do a better job of conducting electricity than silicone- or alcohol-based products. Products that conduct electricity better mean fewer flyaways. Hair with too much breakage can cause flyaways as well. It is easier to prevent hair breakage than treat it. Handle your hair gently. Some ways you can prevent hair breakage include:  Using silk pillow cases Putting heat tools such as hairdryers and curling irons on low settings Reducing chemical treatments Choosing cloth elastic bands Remember that taming flyaways is all about keeping moisture locked in your hair. If you shampoo and condition the right way, use the right products, and control any flyaway frizz that crops up with anti-static cheats, you'll be golden.
Summary: Run your fingers through your hair instead of using a brush if you're prone to flyaways. Use a shampoo especially for frizzy hair, and don't forget to condition! Use a clarifying shampoo once a month. Make your hair more conductive by applying special leave-in products. Avoid hair breakage. Finished.