Posted by Larry Hoover on November 1, 2004, at 12:24:46
In reply to I need some feedback - regarding B.R.A.T., posted by tootercat on November 1, 2004, at 11:47:57
> Hi folks,
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> Mt sweetie and I are having a disagreement regarding BRAT (Bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast) as aftercare for vomiting. He says, and I quote "Whoever came up with that is full of ****"
> He was specifically commenting on bananas which he declares are full of acid and actually irritate the stomach. Every doctor I've ever been to or talked to and the home rememdy books I've read all say BRAT for vomiting and/or diarrhea. Any thoughts on this? We are both very stubborn so he suggested I do a "survey".
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> Thanks! I'll be checking frequently for responses.
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> TooterJust to be very sure about the answer, a child who is actively vomiting should not be given anything other than clear fluids. After vomiting has subsided, or, to treat loose stools, the BRAT diet is recommended. That said, there are other members of the bland foods list. BRAT is just a mnemonic, to help your remember some acceptable foods. Bananas do not irritate the stomach. They are also high in postassium, helping to restore lost electrolytes from vomiting or diarrhea.
If you go to google, and just type in bananas rice applesauce toast BRAT in the search window, you'll get page after page of confirmatory evidence for this list. One example:
http://www.babycenter.com/refcap/toddler/toddlerills/todstomach/11393.htmlLar
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