BRAT Diet Benefits, Foods & More
Article Sources
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The BRATT and BRATTY Diets
The BRATT diet is the same as the BRAT diet with the addition of weak, warm or cooled tea. Decaffeinated tea is best. The BRATTY diet adds yogurt to the BRATT diet. Plain yogurt without any sugary fruit may be helpful. Fruits such as applesauce or mashed banana can be mixed with the yogurt to improve its taste if desired.
Consuming yogurt offers the added advantage of supporting healthy intestinal flora, which may aid in managing diarrhea. Plain, unsweetened kefir is acceptable, as well.
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