BRAT DIET FOR DIARRHEAL ILLNESS

While there are many causes of diarrhea, most are either due to dietary indiscretion or viral and food borne illnesses. Most are self limiting. The below diet is helpful for the initial management of many of these.


No milk or milk products for 4 days

EAT ONLY:

• baked potatoes
• boiled rice
• dry toast
• bananas
• apple sauce

DRINK ONLY:

• Coke
• Pepsi
• Gingerale
• water
• tea without milk

Do not try to be creative. STICK TO THE DIET!


If the diarrhea persists despite the diet or if you should develop a persistently elevated temperature, have blood in your stool or have significant cramping please call to arrange for a stool culture and possible more extensive evaluation.