4Safety of the BRAT Diet
Though adopting the BRAT diet in a limited period, typically fewer than 48 hours, would not do harm, you should not eat these foods in the long run. Otherwise, it might lead to low energy and malnutrition due to the deficiencies of different nutrients, such as calcium, vitamin B12, vitamin A, fiber, fat, protein, as well as calories. As the restrictive nature and risks of the BRAT diet can be relatively high, many experts do not recommend it for kids with diarrhea. However, it is a good idea to combine these foods with different options to maximize the benefits. [4]
