The BRAT diet is thought to aid individuals with digestive issues due to the fact permissible foods are low in protein, fat, and fiber, making them more digestible for a weakened digestive system.

This simple diet is said to help your body recover after a bout of GI upset. It’s not meant to be followed long-term. Here’s why. Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD Reviewed by ...

recommends starting slowly with small portions of easy-to-digest foods. The BRAT diet BRAT (bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast) has long been a popular strategy for managing gastrointestinal ...