Upset Stomachs

Diarrhoea affects at least 50 percent of travellers in Africa: you won't be the only one leaping off the truck with a toilet roll in hand.

Most upset stomachs last just a day or two and are a result of a simple change in diet and water.

The best way to deal with it is drink plenty of fluids and avoid food until the bugs have been flushed out of your system.

It's a good idea to pack oral rehydration salts in your medical kit. Always follow the advice of your tour leader and if the problem persists you may need to consult a doctor and get medication.

Avoid buying snacks from the side of the road, particularly fried items which often contain bacteria.

Generally speaking, food cooked on an overland trip is fresh and healthy, which along with a strict hygiene regime, means you are unlikely to get sick from truck grub.

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