The BRAT and CRAM gastrointestinal diets are often recommended by physicians for gastroenteritis and/or severe diarrhea.
The BRAT acronym stands for Bananas, Rice, Applesauce and Toast.
CRAM is an abbreviation for Cereals, Rice and Milk.
When a person suffers from severe dehydration due to diarrhea and/or vomiting, it is necessary to replace the loss of body fluids. Years ago, doctors recommended the BRAT diet for several days until the gastroenteritis subsided, but that diet has now been replaced by the CRAM diet because it contains more protein and fat than the BRAT diet. .
Symptoms of dehydration include but are not limited to: dry mouth, decreased urination, dark urine, headache, rapid heart rate, dry skin, flushing of the skin, fatigue, fever, chills, extreme thirst, and muscle aches Twitch.
It is also important to start oral re-hydration therapy as soon as vomiting has subsided and the patient can tolerate fluid intake. It is highly recommended that patients start with caffeine-free soft drinks, less acidic juices, and soup broths to help replace fluid losses. These beverages are usually recommended for 24-48 hours.
Here is a suggested list of food and beverages to try:
plain oatmeal
rice cereal
bake
cream of Wheat
pudding
gelatin (jello)
chicken or beef broth
ginger ale
caffeine free cola
water
italian ice
Popsicles (fruit juice or rootbeer flavor)
bananas
plain rice
Flattery
Curd
If your symptoms last longer than 24 hours or if they are accompanied by abdominal pain, blood in your vomit, blood in your stool, or a fever over 101 degrees, it is time to call your doctor or visit your local Visit a hospital or health center clinic.
Source by Shelly Hill
