Which of the following is NOT listed as a BRAT food in the diarrhea management plan?

• A. Applesauce
• B. Rice
• C. Bananas
• D. Yogurt

Answer: (D)

BRAT foods are chosen because they’re bland, low in fiber, and easy to digest, helping the gut work less while still providing some calories and electrolytes. The BRAT list traditionally includes bananas, rice, applesauce, and toast, each contributing something helpful: bananas and applesauce provide pectin to help bulk stool and replace potassium, while rice and toast offer gentle carbohydrates that don’t irritate the gut.

Yogurt isn’t part of that lineup because dairy can be harder to digest during an episode of diarrhea, especially for people who have temporary lactose intolerance. While yogurt with live cultures can be beneficial later on to support gut flora, it doesn’t fit the traditional BRAT criteria of being bland and easily binding, so it’s not listed among BRAT foods.