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Even if you're not going to India, the Delhi belly plague can strike at any time. Don't think that because you're visiting a "developed" country, you're safe from food poisoning - you're not. Stomach upsets or food poisoning can happen anywhere. To try and combat problems of Delhi belly below, try the following;

• Break yourself into spicy foods if you're not accustomed to them.
• Wash your hands prior to eating.
• Buy bottled water, boil water first or use water purification tablets.
• Avoid ice cubes.
• Try to avoid raw fruit and vegetables unless you've washed or peeled them yourself.
• Eat only fresh, piping hot food.

And if you do get food poisoning

• Rest.
• Drink plenty of (safe) water.
• Try a rehydration tablet.
• Visit a doctor after 48 hours if symptoms have not gone away.
• Start eating only plain, light foods when you do feel better - like dry toast.