Food poisoned....

Ashley78 · 02-23-2006, 03:31 PM

...from undercooked kidney beans. Called poison control and they told me I'll be ok, but I'll probably throw up/have diarrhea. I read on the internet that this type of poisoning usually lasts a short while (about 3-4hours).

How do I know that the food poisoning is over and its alright to consume food again? Is it a definite thing I'll throw up/have diarrhea? I'm assuming it is, or else how would by body rid itself of the toxins, right.

It's been about 5 1/2 hours since I ate the beans, and I feel like crap. I took a nap. Have yet to throw up or go to the bathroom. The nausia (sp?) is in and out. Should I at least try to get a whey protein shake down? Or some cottage cheese/pb?

Lax891122 · 02-23-2006, 03:44 PM

Dont eat anything.. eating will probly make you puke. Wait till you feel better.

WSUguy · 02-23-2006, 03:44 PM

eat whatever you think you can keep down, even if it's chicken broth and saltines.

Ashley78 · 02-23-2006, 05:42 PM

Thanks for the feedback. I've been sleeping since 3:00 (7:40 pm now). I feel MUCH better. Didn't throw up, don't feel nausious at the moment. Just a little lightheaded.

I'm trying to drink plenty of water and such. What should I eat now? I'm actually craving some cottage cheese and peanut butter if you could believe that. haha. But, should I get carbs in me even though its late and all I'm going to be doing is sitting here watching tv/surf? I'll probabably end up going back to sleep in a couple hours also...