This simple diet is said to help your body recover after a bout of GI upset.
Its not meant to be followed long-term.
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Have you ever been nauseated or haddiarrheaor vomiting?
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What Is the BRAT Diet?
This diet is very restrictivelow in protein, fat and fiber.
Its imbalance of nutrients could put one at risk of caloric and nutrient deficiencies over time.
The foods included dont provide enough nutrients to help children recover.
Instead, they recommend children resume regular meals within one day.
They also haveenzymesthat assist in digestion, plus potassium, an important electrolyte.
What Is the Bland Diet?
Consider using salt and herbs like parsley and basil to flavor your food.
These foods include raw vegetables, whole apples, berries and more.
Gassy foods may exacerbate gut symptoms.
Whole Grains
Fiber puts the GI tract to work.
The Bottom Line
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