By Robert Stack
The BRAT diet includes Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, and Toast — simple foods that help calm your stomach during diarrhea or nausea.
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Bananas are rich in potassium and gentle on your stomach. They help replace nutrients lost during vomiting or diarrhea.
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White rice is easy to digest and gives you quick energy without irritating your gut.
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Unsweetened applesauce provides natural sugars and fiber that calm inflammation in the stomach lining.
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Plain, white toast absorbs stomach acid and helps reduce nausea symptoms.
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Begin after 6–12 hours of no vomiting. Start slowly and eat small portions.
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Avoid dairy, spicy foods, greasy meals, caffeine, and raw vegetables during recovery.
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Sip water, oral rehydration solution, or clear broth to prevent dehydration.
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Once your stools normalize, slowly return to a balanced diet with cooked veggies and lean protein.
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– The BRAT diet is a short-term plan to support gut healing. Use it wisely and consult a doctor if symptoms persist. –
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