 [ Symptoms ] i have a herniated lumbar disc l5 s1 and have weakness and numbness in my left leg and foot [ Disease ] you can basically eat anything you want    your normal diet whatever that might be your body will respond if this stomach virus is still rearing its ugly head for instance if you get nausea or diarrhea again  you may have to eat a bit more reasonably for a few more days viral infections last about a week but most people feel better on day four